Electrical Commissioning Engineer - LV/MV Systems

SENSYS Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global exposure

Competitive compensation

Health & wellness: medical insurance

Learning opportunities

Work-life balance

Inclusive environment

Job summary

INTECH Automation Intelligence is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Houston to lead LV/MV electrical commissioning for E-House Solutions across Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and Utilities sectors. You will execute FAT/SAT, loop and insulation tests, and coordinate with engineering, construction, QA/QC, and safety teams to ensure on-schedule delivery.

The role requires 3–5 years in electrical commissioning, strong knowledge of NEC/NFPA/IEEE, and the ability to read complex drawings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in electrical commissioning, start-up, and testing.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, NETA ATS/MTS standards.
• Experience in industrial plants, oil & gas, power systems, HVAC/mechanical integration, or data centres.
• Proficiency in electrical testing tools (IR testers, primary & secondary injection, relay test kits, Hi-Pot etc.).
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical drawings.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client-handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning activities for LV/MV electrical equipment, including switchgear, transformers, MCCs, VFDs, generators, UPS, grounding systems, and protection relays.
• Assist in developing commissioning plans, procedures, ITPs, and functional test protocols.
• Carry out FAT, SAT, loop checks, continuity tests, insulation resistance tests, and protection coordination verification.
• Perform primary and secondary injection testing and support relay testing activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during start-up and system integration, escalating complex issues.
• Coordinate day-to-day commissioning activities with engineering, construction, QA/QC, safety teams, vendors, and clients.
• Review drawings, SLDs, schematics, and datasheets for compliance.
• Prepare commissioning records, test reports, progress updates, and handover documentation.
• Support timely completion of commissioning deliverables in line with project schedules and quality standards.

Skills

Electrical systems

Commissioning

NEC NFPA IEEE

Reading drawings

Leadership

Client handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

IR testers

Primary/Secondary injection

Relay test kits

Hi-Pot testing

Job description

INTECH Automation Intelligence is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Houston to lead LV/MV electrical commissioning for E-House Solutions across Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and Utilities sectors. You will execute FAT/SAT, loop and insulation tests, and coordinate with engineering, construction, QA/QC, and safety teams to ensure on-schedule delivery.

The role requires 3–5 years in electrical commissioning, strong knowledge of NEC/NFPA/IEEE, and the ability to read complex drawings.