General Engineering Technician / Technologist

Commissioning & Automation Technician/Technologist Location: Eagle Mountain, UT | Pay: 40/hr Schedule: 7-on/7-off, 12-hour shifts (6:30–6:30); Tuesdays (handover) run 11:30–11:30. 2 year contract role; willing to consider candidates who are open to relocate Responsibilities Demonstrates advanced technical expertise in automation systems supporting commissioning, startup, and operations for power and energy infrastructure (e.g., BESS, substations, generation assets). Applies specialized knowledge to support safe, efficient commissioning and system turnover, including coordination of FAT/SAT activities, systemization, and punch-list closure, while managing costs and field resources. Supports development and execution of commissioning plans, procedures, and automation test protocols. Prepares and delivers technical briefings, commissioning readiness reviews, and post-event summaries to project leadership and cross-functional teams. Maintains strong working knowledge of industry standards (NFPA 70E, IEEE, NERC where applicable), commissioning practices, and operational requirements. Interprets and anticipates project risks, integration issues, and system performance gaps, providing solutions to improve reliability, commissioning efficiency, and long-term operability. Collaborates with Engineering, Construction, Operations, and OEMs to: Ensure compliance with design and operational requirements Develop corrective action plans Support operator training and knowledge transfer Serves as a technical lead and custodian for commissioning-related automation standards, including: Control system configuration requirements Startup and shutdown logic validation Alarm management and SCADA integration Documentation and turnover packages Supports cybersecurity initiatives, control system patching, and hardware lifecycle/refresh activities during commissioning and operational transition Contributes to the Approved Manufacturer List (AML) by validating automation equipment performance, compatibility, and field lessons learned Provides field troubleshooting and real-time support for PLC/DCS/HMI-related issues during energization and startup Drives continuous improvement across commissioning processes, incorporating lessons learned into future projects Other duties as assigned Qualifications High School Diploma / GED and minimum eight (8) years of progressive experience in power generation, energy infrastructure, commissioning, or industrial automation required Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with safety as the top priority, especially during energization and high-risk commissioning activities Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard field reporting tools Advanced knowledge of enterprise automation systems (e.g., Asset Centre or equivalents) for configuration management, backups, version control, and compliance Solid understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) Distributed Control Systems (DCS) SCADA systems and HMI interfaces Communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850, etc., as applicable) Experience supporting commissioning workflows, including system turnover packages, redline validation, and documentation tracking