Electrical Commissioning Technician, Critical Power

Rent a Recruiter; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rent a Recruiter is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Agent in the USA to support AMER region projects. The role involves working with critical power equipment, FAT/SAT, and on-site commissioning tasks with a focus on reliability and safety.

Applicants should have 2–3 years of relevant electrical commissioning experience, a solid grasp of electrical theory, and the ability to interpret schematics and ladder logic. Certifications such as NFPA 70 and OSHA 10 are required where applicable.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of relevant electrical commissioning experience or equivalent training.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, power systems and control circuits.
• Experience with switchgear and critical power distribution equipment.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and ladder logic.
• Familiarity with Modbus TCP/RTU and Industrial Ethernet.
• Knowledge of electrical safety, industry standards and customer specifications.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication and organisational skills.
• Proactive attitude with attention to detail and the ability to work independently or in a team.
• NFPA 70 and OSHA 10 certification as required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Support electrical commissioning projects alongside the Electrical Lead Commissioning Engineer.
• Work with critical power equipment such as switchgear, Remote Power Panels (RPPs) and Power Distribution Units (PDUs).
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), installation verification, equipment startups and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, control circuits and wiring issues to help ensure equipment performs safely and reliably.
• Collaborate with clients, third-party commissioning agents, suppliers and engineering teams.
• Review electrical drawings, producing technical documentation, tracking project progress and closing out outstanding punch list items.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and helping prevent recurring technical issues.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Ladder logic

Modbus TCP/RTU

Industrial Ethernet

Electrical safety

Independent work

Team collaboration

Job description

Rent a Recruiter is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Agent in the USA to support AMER region projects. The role involves working with critical power equipment, FAT/SAT, and on-site commissioning tasks with a focus on reliability and safety.

Applicants should have 2–3 years of relevant electrical commissioning experience, a solid grasp of electrical theory, and the ability to interpret schematics and ladder logic. Certifications such as NFPA 70 and OSHA 10 are required where applicable.