Electrical Engineer (Commissioning)

RIGUP -Midstream Oil & Gas; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RIGUP -Midstream Oil & Gas is actively seeking an Electrical Engineer – Power Innovation (Commissioning) to support safe, reliable commissioning and startup of power generation and energy systems across pre-commissioning, commissioning, and turnover.

You will test, verify, and troubleshoot electrical systems in the field, lead commissioning activities, and ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, and IEEE standards for operational readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (ABET-accredited).
• 4+ years in electrical engineering, power systems or commissioning.
• Working knowledge of power systems, drawings, and startup processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering support across commissioning, startup, and system turnover.
• Lead and support electrical commissioning activities, including testing, verification, and troubleshooting.
• Validate power system studies and ensure alignment with as-built conditions prior to energization.
• Execute and oversee electrical testing activities and protection system verification.
• Coordinate FAT, SAT, PSSR, and RFSU processes for startup readiness.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Commissioning processes

Field testing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited)

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Tools

ETAP

SKM

PSCAD

MATLAB

Omicron

Doble

Megger

Job description

Job Description

Description:

Electrical Engineer – Power Innovation (Commissioning)

Position Summary

The Electrical Engineer – Power Innovation supports the safe, reliable, and efficient commissioning and startup of power generation and energy systems. This role provides electrical engineering expertise throughout pre-commissioning, commissioning, and turnover, ensuring systems are properly tested, verified, and ready for operation.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering support across commissioning, startup, and system turnover phases


• Lead and support electrical commissioning activities, including testing, verification, and troubleshooting of:
  
  
  
  • Switchgear, transformers, generators, and associated systems
  
  
  • Protection relays and control systems
  
  
  
  


• Validate power system studies (short circuit, coordination, arc flash) and ensure alignment with as-built conditions prior to energization


• Execute and oversee electrical testing activities (e.g., insulation resistance, hi-pot, relay testing, functional verification)


• Support pre-commissioning activities, including loop checks, calibration, and protection system verification


• Coordinate and participate in FAT, SAT, PSSR, and RFSU processes to ensure systems meet requirements for startup and turnover


• Collaborate with Project Management, Construction, Commissioning, Controls, and Operations teams to ensure aligned execution and system readiness


• Work directly in the field to support testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution during commissioning and startup


• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, and company safety requirements


• Support BESS and power generation system integration, including system-level testing and performance validation


• Develop and maintain commissioning documentation, including ITRs, test records, redlines, and turnover packages


• Identify, track, and drive resolution of punch list items prior to system handover


• Coordinate with vendors to support installation, testing, and commissioning activities


• Promote continuous improvement and support development of standardized commissioning processes and tools


• Mentor and support development of junior engineers


• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited), or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Technology with a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license


• 4+ years of experience in electrical engineering, power systems, or commissioning in power generation, industrial, or related industries


• Working knowledge of:
  Electrical power systems and equipment (switchgear, transformers, generators)
  Electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and control systems
  Commissioning, testing, and startup processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or actively pursuing


• Experience with power generation, data centers, or BESS systems


• Experience supporting or leading commissioning and startup activities


• Familiarity with FAT/SAT execution and turnover processes

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with power system analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, PSCAD, MATLAB, or similar)


• Experience with protection relay testing and electrical test equipment (e.g., Omicron, Doble, Megger)


• Understanding of:
  
  
  
  • Protection coordination and arc flash analysis
  
  
  • Grid integration and energy storage systems
  
  
  • DCS/SCADA systems and electrical integration
  
  
  
  

Work Environment

• Field-based role supporting active construction, commissioning, and startup environments


• Requires the ability to work in industrial settings and follow all required safety protocols