Electrical Commissioning Agent

ADP, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Solutions AEC is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Agent to join our team in the United States. You will review owner requirements, develop commissioning plans, and lead testing across projects to ensure performance and reliability.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years in commissioning or related fields, with travel up to 50%. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to contribute to smarter, sustainable buildings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years in electrical commissioning, testing, or related field.
• Ability to read electrical one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, equipment submittals, and sequences of operation.
• Knowledge of power distribution equipment, generators, ATS, UPS, lighting controls, metering.
• Experience developing or following test procedures and documenting results.

Responsibilities

• Review owner requirements, design documents, equipment submittals, and operating sequences for electrical system performance, maintainability, and testability.
• Develop commissioning plans, installation verification checklists, and functional performance test procedures.
• Conduct site observations to verify installation readiness and identify deficiencies before testing.
• Coordinate and lead functional performance testing, including normal operation, loss of utility power, emergency power transfer and retransfer, alarms, and system recovery.
• Coordinate and witness contractor and manufacturer startup and acceptance testing; review test reports for compliance with project requirements.
• Verify operation of power distribution equipment, generators, ATS, UPS, lighting controls, metering, and interfaces.
• Coordinate verification of fire alarm and life safety system interfaces with responsible contractors and project team members.
• Maintain commissioning issues logs, communicate corrective actions, and verify resolution through follow-up inspections and retesting.
• Prepare test reports and final commissioning reports and verify completion of required owner training and operating documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and coordinate testing schedules, outages, and site activities with owners and contractors.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Test procedures

Site coordination

Power distribution

Documentation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

Are you driven to shape the future of the built environment? Solutions AEC, a trailblazing Design/Build Engineering, Commissioning, and Consulting firm, is seeking a passionate Electrical Commissioning Agent to join our elite team. If you thrive on tackling complex building systems challenges, rolling up your sleeves, and delivering innovative solutions, this is your chance to make an impact with a national leader in MEP design and construction services.

We’re looking for a lifelong learner with a strong work ethic, a passion for engineering excellence, a client-first mindset, and a commitment to servant leadership. Reporting to our Director of Special Services, you’ll play a key role in advancing our vision for smarter, more sustainable buildings.

What You’ll Do:

• Review owner requirements, design documents, equipment submittals, and operating sequences for electrical system performance, maintainability, and testability.
• Develop commissioning plans, installation verification checklists, and functional performance test procedures.
• Conduct site observations to verify installation readiness and identify deficiencies before testing.
• Coordinate and lead functional performance testing, including normal operation, loss of utility power, emergency power transfer and retransfer, alarms, and system recovery.
• Coordinate and witness contractor and manufacturer startup and acceptance testing; review test reports for compliance with project requirements.
• Verify operation of power distribution equipment, generators, automatic transfer switches, UPS systems, lighting controls, electrical metering, and associated controls interfaces.
• Coordinate verification of fire alarm and life safety system interfaces with responsible contractors and project team members.
• Maintain commissioning issues logs, communicate corrective actions, and verify resolution through follow-up inspections and retesting.
• Prepare test reports and final commissioning reports and verify completion of required owner training and operating documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and coordinate testing schedules, outages, and site activities with owners and contractors.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering , relevant technical education or apprenticeship training, or an equivalent combination of electrical field experience and education.
• Five or more years of experience in electrical commissioning, electrical testing, field engineering, electrical construction, or a related technical role.
• Ability to interpret electrical one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, equipment submittals, specifications, and sequences of operation.
• Working knowledge of power distribution equipment, generators, automatic transfer switches, UPS systems, lighting controls, fire alarm interfaces, and electrical metering.
• Experience developing or following test procedures, troubleshooting system operation, and documenting test results and deficiencies.
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices, including lockout/tagout, arc-flash hazard awareness, and coordination of safe testing activities.
• Strong technical writing, organization, communication, and client coordination skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, PDF review tools such as Bluebeam, and electronic field documentation.
• A nationally recognized commissioning certification is preferred. Candidates without certification should be willing to pursue an appropriate credential with company support.
• Healthcare, laboratory, commercial, education, or government project experience is preferred. LEED accreditation is a plus.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25–50%, including overnight travel as project needs require.
• Ability to perform field duties, including lifting up to 25 pounds, standing, squatting, and climbing, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Remote candidates are welcome. This position requires regular travel to project sites and close coordination with the Lead Commissioning Agent and project teams.

Why Solutions AEC?

At Solutions AEC, we’re not just designing projects—we’re building relationships and delivering excellence. Our core values—Do What It Takes, Get Better Every Day, Have Fun, Serve One Another, Thoughtful Stewards—guide everything we do. We foster a fun, creative culture that encourages a servant mindset, ensuring we’re exceptional stewards of our clients, our environment, and our families.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and a standout benefits package.
• 100% company-paid health insurance premiums for employees.
• 401(k) with company contributions.
• Generous vacation and PTO, plus a 4-week paid sabbatical every 5 years.
• Flexible work schedule to support your work-life balance.