Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Rent a Recruiter; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Rent a Recruiter is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support the Electrical Lead Commissioning Engineer across projects throughout the Americas.

Role involves travel to customer sites to commission critical power infrastructure, collaborating with clients, third‑party agents and internal teams, and delivering detailed commissioning documentation and reports.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years in electrical commissioning or equivalent experience.
• Experience with switchgear, Remote Power Panels (RPPs) and Power Distribution Units (PDUs).
• Ability to travel to customer sites and work across the Americas.
• Knowledge of relevant international standards and client specifications.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of electrical commissioning activities across assigned projects.
• Attend client meetings and coordinate with third‑party commissioning agents.
• Provide hands‑on technical support and documentation for commissioning.
• Produce and maintain commissioning records and reports.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and safety regulations.
• Coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors and internal teams to deliver projects.

Skills

Electrical theory

Electrical power systems

Control circuits

Ladder logic

Wiring diagrams

Modbus TCP/RTU

Industrial Ethernet

FAT/SAT experience

Project coordination

Documentation

MS Office 365

Technical liaison

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Tools

Bluebeam

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

The organisation is a globally recognised innovator in mission‑critical power and energy‑efficient technologies.

Specialising in the design, sourcing, supply, installation and commissioning of critical power and energy management solutions, its expertise extends from the power grid through to factory process equipment and Data Centre IT racks. These solutions are supported by comprehensive service, maintenance, security, consulting and training services.

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Position Overview

The Electrical Commissioning Engineer will support the Electrical Lead Commissioning Engineer in the delivery of electrical commissioning activities across assigned projects throughout the Americas.

The successful candidate will provide technical and operational support throughout the commissioning lifecycle, working closely with clients, third‑party commissioning agents, suppliers, subcontractors and internal engineering teams.

The role requires a strong technical understanding of critical power systems, electrical distribution equipment, control circuits and commissioning processes.

The position will involve travel to customer sites and providing technical support for critical power infrastructure and associated equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Electrical Lead Commissioning Engineer with the delivery of assigned projects across the Americas.
• Attend client commissioning, technical and project coordination meetings at various locations.
• Provide hands‑on technical support and coordination to third‑party commissioning agents.
• Produce and maintain commissioning documentation in accordance with company and customer procedures.
• Provide technical assistance to clients, third‑party commissioning agents and project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company standards of conduct, policies and all relevant statutory requirements.
• Support the identification, management and closeout of electrical equipment punch‑list items, coordinating with third parties and internal engineering teams.
• Travel to customer sites as required to support project delivery and commissioning activities.
• Provide on‑call customer support for designated critical power product lines.
• Prepare accurate and regular project progress reports.
• Coordinate suppliers, subcontractors and third‑party personnel in relation to site activities.
• Liaise with clients to obtain the necessary approvals for work carried out within live operational facilities.
• Work closely with Engineering to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in product design and installation processes.
• Ensure accurate and up‑to‑date records are maintained for customer‑supplied equipment.
• Capture, document and communicate lessons learned, implementing corrective actions to minimise the recurrence of issues.
• Report directly to the Electrical Lead Commissioning Engineer.

Technical and Job‑Specific Skills

• Ability to work effectively within a team environment while also operating independently.
• A proactive, self‑motivated approach with the ability to manage and execute multiple project responsibilities efficiently and professionally.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, electrical power systems and control circuits.
• Strong understanding of the hazards associated with electrical energy and safe working practices.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and interfaces, including Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU and Industrial Ethernet.
• Experience producing and reviewing technical documentation using PDF software such as Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam.
• Strong understanding of ladder logic, electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to demonstrate compliance with applicable international standards, regulations and client specifications.
• Experience participating in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
• Knowledge of electrical power systems and previous experience working within a regulated industry.
• Good working knowledge of mechanical systems and associated industrial applications.
• Experience with switchgear, Remote Power Panels (RPPs) and Power Distribution Units (PDUs).
• Demonstrable ability to carry out installation verification, equipment start‑ups and commissioning activities.
• Experience reviewing technical specifications and contributing to specification development.
• A minimum of 2–3 years' relevant industry experience or equivalent technical training.

Desirable Qualifications:

• NFPA 70E certification.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Relevant electrical engineering or technical qualification.
• Experience within the critical power, data centre or switchgear industries.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in customer‑facing environments.
• A proactive and solutions‑focused approach to problem‑solving.
• Strong organisational, planning and time‑management abilities.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver against project deadlines.
• Confidence in making informed technical decisions in challenging or time‑sensitive situations.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic project environment.
• A positive, reliable and professional attitude.
• Patience, flexibility and a willingness to learn and develop.
• The ability to contribute positively to team culture and continuous improvement.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making skills, with the ability to balance competing stakeholder requirements.

Additional Requirements

• Must hold a valid United States passport or appropriate authorisation to work in the United States.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Willingness and ability to travel to customer and project sites as required.
• Flexibility to provide on‑call technical support for designated critical power product lines.