Entry-Level Electrical Commissioning Engineer – Field & Startup

Kiewit; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Retirement plans with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Commissioning Engineer to drive electrical commissioning from estimating through project completion. You will join the commissioning team, draft procedures, and assist on-site during major milestones, coordinating with SMEs as needed.

The role requires collaboration in design reviews, factory acceptance tests, energization planning, and travel to project sites. A safety-first mindset and willingness to relocate are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited Engineering Institute.
• 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience as a commissioning engineer or related position preferably including:
• NETA, IEEE Testing standards
• NFPA 70E and able to demonstrate safe electrical troubleshooting skills
• Committed to promoting a culture of safety within our organization and alongside all our clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Design Review for Power, Power Delivery, and Renewable Projects
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests for Electrical Equipment (MV, LV Switchgears, Transformers, Relay Panels, etc.)
• Develop Electrical Initial Energization Procedures (Switchyard, Back-feed, Switchgears, Initial Synch, etc.)
• Travel to project site for short duration as needed to carry out audit, review energization plan, and assist with major energization evolution if needed
• Work with projects start-up team with onsite activities such as the following if needed
• Familiarity with component testing and commissioning aspects of following major electrical equipment & protection scheme will be an added advantage:

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Project collaboration

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

3.0 cumulative GPA preferred

Tools

NETA

IEEE Testing standards

NFPA 70E

Job description

Kiewit is seeking an Entry Level Commissioning Engineer to drive electrical commissioning from estimating through project completion. You will join the commissioning team, draft procedures, and assist on-site during major milestones, coordinating with SMEs as needed.

The role requires collaboration in design reviews, factory acceptance tests, energization planning, and travel to project sites. A safety-first mindset and willingness to relocate are essential.