Electrical Power Engineer - PLC / SCADA / Protection Relays

SII Group USA; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SII Group USA in Austin, Temple, and Waco seeks an Electrical Commissioning Engineer to lead testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and energization of mission-critical electrical infrastructure for a hyperscale Data Center program in Central Texas.

This on-site role requires close collaboration with construction teams, equipment vendors, commissioning specialists, and customers to ensure safe, reliable power delivery and timely project turnover.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical commissioning and power systems.
• Strong understanding of MV/LV distribution and protection schemes.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, one-lines, and control logic.
• Experience in data centers or mission-critical environments preferred.
• OSHA 10 required; OSHA 30 preferred.
• NETA, NICET, or equivalent commissioning certifications are a plus.
• Ability to work on-site in Austin, Temple, or Waco, TX and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning and startup activities for MV/LV electrical systems.
• Perform functional testing of electrical distribution equipment and control systems.
• Conduct protection relay testing, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Support electrical system energization and turnover activities.
• Review electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and control logic documentation.
• Troubleshoot electrical and automation systems during commissioning activities.
• Prepare commissioning reports, test records, punch lists, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, engineering teams, and customer representatives.
• Ensure compliance with all site safety requirements and commissioning procedures.

Skills

Protection Relays

Relay Testing Equipment

PLC Systems

HMI & SCADA

Generator Controls

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Schneider Electric Modicon (M340, M580, M25x)

Web HMI platforms

Managed Ethernet switches

Unmanaged Ethernet switches

DSLC

MSLC

EasyGen

Job description

Electrical Commissioning Engineer – Data Center

Locations: Austin, TX | Temple, TX | Waco, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: 100% On-Site

Start Date: Q4 2026

Company: SII Group USA

About SII Group USA

SII Group USA is the American subsidiary of SII Group, a global engineering and technology consulting company with more than 17,000 employees worldwide and over $1.3 billion in annual revenue. We support leading customers across aerospace, defense, transportation, energy, and digital infrastructure sectors.

As part of our continued growth in North America, we are seeking Electrical Commissioning Engineers to support a major hyperscale Data Center program in Central Texas.

Position Summary

The Electrical Commissioning Engineer will be responsible for testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and energization activities associated with mission-critical electrical infrastructure supporting Data Center operations.

This is a hands-on field role requiring daily on-site presence in Austin, Temple, or Waco, Texas. The successful candidate will work closely with construction teams, equipment vendors, commissioning specialists, and end customers to ensure safe and successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning and startup activities for MV/LV electrical systems.
• Perform functional testing of electrical distribution equipment and associated control systems.
• Conduct protection relay testing, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Support electrical system energization and turnover activities.
• Review electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, and control logic documentation.
• Troubleshoot electrical and automation systems during commissioning activities.
• Prepare commissioning reports, test records, punch lists, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, engineering teams, and customer representatives.
• Ensure compliance with all site safety requirements and commissioning procedures.

Required Technical Skills

Protection Relays

• SEL
• Siemens
• Similar protection relay platforms

Relay Testing Equipment

• Equivalent secondary injection testing equipment

PLC Systems

• Schneider Electric Modicon (M340, M580, M25x)

HMI & SCADA

• Web HMI platforms
• Managed and unmanaged Ethernet switches

Generator Controls

• DSLC
• MSLC
• EasyGen

Desired Experience

Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:

• Automatic Transfer / Auto Throw Over (ATO) schemes
• Zone Selective Interlocking (ZSI)
• IEC 61850 communications
• GOOSE Messaging
• Breaker control systems
• Load shedding and restoration schemes
• Generator synchronization and control
• Arc Flash protection systems
• Critical power infrastructure
• UPS systems
• Emergency backup power systems
• Data Center commissioning environments

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical commissioning, testing, controls, or power systems engineering.
• Strong understanding of MV/LV power distribution systems and electrical protection schemes.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and control logic drawings.
• Experience in Data Centers, substations, industrial facilities, power generation, or mission-critical environments is highly preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification required; OSHA 30 certification strongly preferred.
• NETA, NICET, or equivalent commissioning certifications are considered a plus.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and field execution.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Austin, Temple, or Waco, Texas.
• Ability to travel between project locations as required.