Electrical Commissioning Lead — Projects & Teams

M.c.-Dean,-Inc.; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and dis

Paid time off

401k Retirement Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Military Reserve pay offset

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

U.S. Electrical Testing is seeking a Commissioning Manager for its Electrical Testing & Commissioning Division. You will lead commissioning activities, manage a team of engineers and technicians, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Responsibilities include testing, validation, documentation, QA, safety, and client communication. Travel to project sites is required, with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in electrical commissioning, with at least 3+ years in managerial/supervisory role.
• NICET or CCP certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel to project sites; U.S. work authorization required.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead commissioning phase from planning through execution and closeout within schedule and budget.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor commissioning engineers and technicians.
• Coordination & Communication: Define commissioning scope with stakeholders and resolve issues.
• Testing & Validation: Oversee testing of transformers, switchgear, relays, and control systems.
• Documentation: Maintain test procedures, reports and punch lists.
• Quality Assurance: Enforce QA processes to meet high standards.
• Health & Safety: Promote safety regulations on all sites.
• Client Interaction: Serve as primary client contact during commissioning.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Client focus

Team management

Electrical systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Tools

Testing equipment

Electrical testing software

Job description

U.S. Electrical Testing is seeking a Commissioning Manager for its Electrical Testing & Commissioning Division. You will lead commissioning activities, manage a team of engineers and technicians, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Responsibilities include testing, validation, documentation, QA, safety, and client communication. Travel to project sites is required, with a strong focus on quality and continuous improvement.