About this role
Electrical Commissioning Lead
Location: Reno, NV
Duration: 12+ Months
Schedule: 10 Days On / 4 Days Off (10/4)
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Lead / Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support a large-scale project in Reno, NV. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with MV/LV electrical systems, power distribution, switchgear, transformers, generators, ATS, NETA testing, and electrical energization .
Key Skills: switchgear, transformers, generators, Datacenter, mission-critical, MV/LV, Medium Voltage, Low Voltage
Key Responsibilities
- Lead L1-L2 pre-functional electrical verification and commissioning activities.
- Verify installation, QA/QC documentation, torque testing, insulation resistance testing, and NETA test results.
- Support commissioning of MV/LV switchgear, transformers, MCC/MDB, ATS, generators, load centers, and panelboards .
- Verify protective device settings and electrical equipment readiness before energization.
- Lead L3 electrical energization , including phasing, voltage verification, protective settings, and approved energization sequences.
- Coordinate with vendors, contractors, QA/QC, controls, mechanical, and commissioning teams.
- Track and resolve commissioning issues using CX Alloy .
- Support L4-L5 functional testing, troubleshooting, and final commissioning .
- Provide field leadership and technical support throughout the commissioning process.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in electrical commissioning, electrical construction, or power systems .
- Strong MV/LV electrical distribution experience.
- Experience with switchgear, transformers, generators, ATS, MCC/MDB, and protective devices .
- Experience with NETA testing and electrical energization .
- Ability to read electrical drawings and single-line diagrams.
- Strong field coordination and troubleshooting skills.
- Data center / mission-critical commissioning experience preferred.
- Willingness to work a 10/4 schedule in Reno, NV .