Electrical Commissioning Lead

Delan Associates, Inc; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Delan Associates, Inc. seeks an experienced Electrical Commissioning Lead to support a large-scale project in Reno, NV. The role focuses on MV/LV electrical systems, power distribution, switchgear, transformers, generators, ATS, NETA testing, and energization.

You will lead multi-level commissioning activities and coordinate between vendors, contractors, and QA/QC teams. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in electrical commissioning, strong field coordination, and data center or mission-critical

Qualifications

• 5+ years in electrical commissioning, electrical construction, or power systems.
• Strong MV/LV electrical distribution experience.
• Experience with switchgear, transformers, generators, ATS, MCC/MDB, and protective devices.
• Experience with NETA testing and electrical energization.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and single-line diagrams.
• Strong field coordination and troubleshooting skills.
• Data center / mission-critical commissioning experience preferred.
• Willingness to work a 10/4 schedule in Reno, NV.

Responsibilities

• Lead L1-L2 pre-functional electrical verification and commissioning activities.
• Verify installation, QA/QC documentation, torque testing, insulation resistance testing, and NETA test results.
• Support commissioning of MV/LV switchgear, transformers, MCC/MDB, ATS, generators, load centers, and panelboards.
• Verify protective device settings and electrical equipment readiness before energization.
• Lead L3 electrical energization, including phasing, voltage verification, protective settings, and approved energization sequences.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, QA/QC, controls, mechanical, and commissioning teams.
• Track and resolve commissioning issues using CX Alloy.
• Support L4-L5 functional testing, troubleshooting, and final commissioning.
• Provide field leadership and technical support throughout the commissioning process.

Skills

Switchgear

Transformers

Generators

Datacenter

Mission-critical

MV/LV

Medium Voltage

Low Voltage

Job description

Electrical Commissioning Lead

Location: Reno, NV
Duration: 12+ Months
Schedule: 10 Days On / 4 Days Off (10/4)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Lead / Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support a large-scale project in Reno, NV. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with MV/LV electrical systems, power distribution, switchgear, transformers, generators, ATS, NETA testing, and electrical energization.

Key Skills

switchgear, transformers, generators, Datacenter, mission-critical, MV/LV, Medium Voltage, Low Voltage

Key Responsibilities

• Lead L1-L2 pre-functional electrical verification and commissioning activities.
• Verify installation, QA/QC documentation, torque testing, insulation resistance testing, and NETA test results.
• Support commissioning of MV/LV switchgear, transformers, MCC/MDB, ATS, generators, load centers, and panelboards.
• Verify protective device settings and electrical equipment readiness before energization.
• Lead L3 electrical energization, including phasing, voltage verification, protective settings, and approved energization sequences.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, QA/QC, controls, mechanical, and commissioning teams.
• Track and resolve commissioning issues using CX Alloy.
• Support L4-L5 functional testing, troubleshooting, and final commissioning.
• Provide field leadership and technical support throughout the commissioning process.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electrical commissioning, electrical construction, or power systems.
• Strong MV/LV electrical distribution experience.
• Experience with switchgear, transformers, generators, ATS, MCC/MDB, and protective devices.
• Experience with NETA testing and electrical energization.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and single-line diagrams.
• Strong field coordination and troubleshooting skills.
• Data center / mission-critical commissioning experience preferred.
• Willingness to work a 10/4 schedule in Reno, NV.