Electrical Commissioning Engineer/Lead/Specialist

AXG Contracting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A North American power company is looking for a Commissioning Engineer who will lead on-site high-voltage testing of GIS systems. The role involves executing commissioning of specialty equipment, tracking progress, troubleshooting during test phases, and training contractors for operational readiness. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of commissioning experience in power grid systems and a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. This position requires travel across North America.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of technical commissioning experience in power grid or related high-voltage electrical systems.
• Familiarity with partial discharge measurement tools and techniques.
• Working knowledge of GIS system construction and high-voltage electrical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-voltage and partial-discharge testing of GIS systems.
• Execute commissioning of specialty switching and monitoring devices.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during live test cycles.

Skills

Technical commissioning experience

Partial discharge measurement

Field process training

Troubleshooting technical issues

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field

Job description

This role supports a North American power company advancing high-voltage electrical infrastructure and grid reliability to enable a more resilient, secure energy transition.

As a Commissioning Enginee"r, you will lead on-site high-voltage and partial-discharge testing of GIS systems to ensure safe, compliant, and fully operational installation. You’ll execute commissioning of specialty switching and monitoring devices (including synchronization and sensor-enabled equipment), own schedule progress reporting, troubleshoot technical issues during live test cycles, and train contractors and customers for long-term operational readiness.

This role will travel project to project across North America

Key Technical Responsibilities:

• Execute GIS system and component commissioning in line with released testing procedures and commissioning programs
• Conduct high-voltage testing, and where required, complete system PD measurement on fully installed GIS
• Track progress against commissioning schedules with consistent reporting to internal teams and site stakeholders
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during live commissioning test phases
• Maintain as-built documentation and generate accurate job site system records
• Support the creation of final commissioning documentation packages
• Train and guide junior or subordinate commissioning personnel through testing standards and field processes

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of technical commissioning experience in power grid or related high-voltage electrical systems
• Field familiarity with partial discharge measurement tools and techniques
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, power systems, or equivalent technical field
• Working knowledge of GIS system construction and high-voltage electrical infrastructure
• Formal training qualifying you to commission SF6 gas-insulated equipment
• Membership or certification from a recognized provider of a high-voltage testing course
• Comfort working within intercultural and cross-border environments