Electrical Commissioning Agent

Hanley Energy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology firm in Chicago is seeking a dynamic Electrical Engineer to support projects across AMER. The role involves collaborating with teams and providing technical support to clients and commissioning agents. Ideal candidates have 2-3 years' experience, strong electrical theory understanding, and skills in project and people management. You must possess a valid U.S. passport or working visa and be fluent in English. This position promises a challenging environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience or equivalent training in product development projects, preferably in the switchgear industry.
• Strong project management and people management skills.
• Ability to recruit and grow a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Electrical Lead Cx Eng with assigned projects across AMER.
• Provide technical support to clients and third-party commissioning agents.
• Help closeout punch list items on electrical equipment.

Skills

Electrical theory

Control circuits

MS Office 365 Suite

Industrial communications interfaces

Technical documentation

Ladder logic knowledge

Factory Acceptance Testing

Site Acceptance Testing

Job description

Hanley Energy is a globally recognized innovator in mission critical power and energy efficient technologies.

We specialize in the design, source, supply, installation and commissioning of critical power and energy management solutions - from the power grid all the way to the factory process equipment and Data Center IT rack - coupled with comprehensive service and maintenance, security, consulting and training.

Our approach is to develop partnerships with clients, ensuring excellent delivery coupled with cost-effective technology solutions. In this way, we help our clients to reduce energy costs, ensure 100% up-time and optimize their operational competitiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Electrical Lead Cx Eng with assigned projects across AMER.
• Attend client commissioning and coordination meetings at various locations
• Provide firsthand coordinated support to third-party commissioning agents
• Produce documentation in accordance with company/customer procedures
• Provide technical support to the client and third-party commissioning agents
• Comply with Company Standards of Conduct and all relevant statutory requirements
• Help closeout punch list items on electrical equipment whilst coordinating with Third parties and Engineering.
• Travel to customer sites as required
• Provide on-call customer support for various critical product lines
• Produce accurate and regular reports on progress.
• Coordinate supplier and subcontracted personnel with site works.
• Coordinate with Clients for approval of work on live facilities.
• Coordinate with Engineering for continuous improvements in designs.
• Ensure internal records for Customer supplied equipment is maintained to a high standard.
• Record and document lessons learned and implement changes to reduce issues from reoccurring.
• Reports to the Electrical Lead Cx Engineer.

Job Qualifications

Technical/ Job Specific Skills Required

• Work within a team environment, as well as independently. Be a self-starter to execute a variety of project functions efficiently and professionally
• Strong understanding of Electrical theory and control circuits.
• Strong understanding of the hazards associated with electrical energy
• Good knowledge of MS Office 365 Suite (highly desirable)
• Industrial communications interfaces including Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU (desirable), Industrial Ethernet
• Technical documentation produced using PDF software such as Adobe or Bluebeam.
• Strong understanding of ladder logic and wiring diagrams.
• Demonstrating compliance to International Standards and Client Specifications.
• Factory and Site Acceptance Testing

Experience

• Knowledge of Electrical Power Systems and Previous experience working in a regulated industry.
• Good knowledge of Mechanical Systems and working industry knowledge.
• Experience in Switchgear, Remote Power panels and Power Distribution Units.
• Knowledge and ability to execute Installation verifications, Startups and Commissioning is a must.
• Review and Specification Development.

The Person

• Strong stakeholder and team management
• Ability to recruit and grow a team
• Good fun, competitive, reliable and patient
• Must be a holder of current United States of America passport or appropriate working visa & fluent in English.
• Good problem-solving skills and proactive approach.

The ideal candidates will have

• A minimum of 2 - 3 years’ experience or equivalent training with a strong track record in driving implementation of product development projects, preferably in the switch gear industry.
• Strong project management and people management skills and a proven ability to manage and lead multi-functional teams to drive success of a
• Proven ability to collaborate and work effectively with others in a dynamic matrix environment that includes interactions with multiple stakeholder
• Strong analytical, planning, organization and time management skills to effectively execute project plans and manage multiple
• Proven ability to develop a team culture that leads to ongoing excellence and achievement
• Effective decision making skills; ability to negotiate and balance decisions and priorities across diverse needs of multiple constituencies. Makes timely decisions in the face of risk and uncertainty.