ERS Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Remote

Vertiv; Town of Texas (WI); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled commissioning engineer to lead electrical systems projects. This role involves performing all aspects of commissioning, including design reviews, documentation, and client interactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical systems, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Join a dynamic team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork, while contributing to critical infrastructure projects that support data centers and communication networks. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a global leader offering both stability and innovation.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in commissioning projects including design and construction phases.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning of electrical power distribution systems.
• Develop commissioning requirements and participate in training programs.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure project schedules are met.

Skills

Customer Focus

Decision Quality

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Commissioning Technical Training

High school education or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Perform field commissioning procedures for electrical systems, including moderately complex systems. Have some experience with mechanical systems. Inspect, test, and document results. May be mentally demanding, requiring concentration on several projects at once. Position requires limited supervision.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all aspects of commissioning of electrical power distribution systems
• Develop and participate in Owners Project Requirements (OPR) process & document creation
• Perform commissioning design reviews and comment on
• Prepare pre-functional and functional forms, review forms after completion
• Participate in design / construction / commissioning / progress / issues meetings as required
• Develop commissioning requirements / plans including commissioning project specifications
• Track & report issues including problem solving
• Develop, coordinate, & participate in training programs
• Develop and participate in Integrated Systems Tests (IST)
• Develop and / or review Systems Manuals
• Assist and / or develop preventative maintenance plans
• Assist with writing and assembly of commissioning reports
• Represent the Company as a lecturer on technical topics
• Play an important role in each commissioning project
• Perform as lead on small or moderately sized commissioning projects
• Be responsible for commissioning communications and updates
• Ensure project schedules are being met
• Take an active role in business development and expansion.
• Maintain strong client relationships
• Perform all functions pertaining to a written job proposal to a client, including estimate of man-hours and expenses, and development of scope and pricing.

COMPETENCIES

• Customer Focus – Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services.
• Decision Quality – Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment.
• Integrity and Trust - Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual.
• Listening – Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out.
• Problem Solving – Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.
• Standing Alone – Will stand up and be counted; doesn't shirk from personal responsibility.
• Teamwork – Able to function well as part of a complex and technical project team.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Graduate Engineer BSEE or BSME or and one year minimum same or similar work experience. At least (1) commissioning project including Design, Construction, and Post-Occupancy phase processes; OR
• Graduate of applicable Commissioning Technical Training and two years minimum same or similar work experience. At least (5) commissioning projects including Design, Construction, and Post-Occupancy phase processes; OR
• High school education or equivalent and five years minimum same or similar work experience. At least (8) commissioning projects including Design, Construction, and Post-Occupancy phase processes.

REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of ASHRAE commissioning industry standards.
• Knowledge of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) process for New Construction and Existing Buildings.
• Knowledge and theoretical understanding of building electrical systems, including normal and emergency power distribution systems.
• Background and experience in operation and maintenance of switchgear through the 600V class.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Code and various industry standards, such as OSHA and NFPA.
• Complete projects consistently on budget.
• Able to write detailed reports, using a computer, and accurately process job billing.
• Communicate effectively, in writing and verbally, with clients and peers.
• Performs well as part of a team of various groups and disciplines.
• Good judgment, dependable, performs on projects with technical expertise.
• Strong computer skills including editing, formatting in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays and night work.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Valid Driver’s License.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS

• Safety
• Integrity
• Respect
• Teamwork
• Diversity & Inclusion

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments.