Electrical Commissioning Lead

Title: Electrical Commissioning Lead Position Type: Contract Location: Pennsylvania Key Project Requirements Experience supporting commissioning and energization activities for electrical infrastructure systems including switchgear, UPS systems, generators, substations, and EPMS systems Strong understanding of electrical drawings, system verification, troubleshooting, and field-level commissioning execution Experience supporting energization activities, equipment inspections, and validation of installation quality prior to startup Industrial power, mission critical, or related electrical infrastructure commissioning experience preferred Data center commissioning experience preferred but not required Job Summary NAES is seeking experienced Electrical Commissioning Leads to support commissioning and energization activities on large-scale electrical projects. This role will focus on field-level oversight of electrical systems including switchgear, UPS systems, generators, substations, and related electrical distribution equipment. The Commissioning Lead will work closely with subcontractors, commissioning teams, and Energy Marshals to support safe and efficient energization, validate installation quality, identify deficiencies, and ensure systems are prepared for startup and turnover. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Support commissioning, testing, and energization activities for electrical systems including switchgear, generators, UPS systems, substations, MCCs, transformers, and related distribution equipment Verify subcontractor completion status and validate readiness for energization activities Inspect electrical panels, equipment, and installations prior to startup and energization Identify deficiencies in real time and coordinate corrective actions with subcontractors and field teams Review electrical drawings, one-lines, turnover documentation, and commissioning checklists Coordinate with commissioning teams, construction teams, and Energy Marshals during energization and startup activities Support electrical troubleshooting, system walkdowns, and turnover verification activities Maintain accurate commissioning documentation, punch lists, and status reporting Job Requirements Strong understanding of electrical commissioning, startup, and energization processes Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, schematics, and commissioning documentation Experience with switchgear, generators, UPS systems, substations, EPMS systems, and electrical distribution infrastructure Strong electrical troubleshooting and field coordination skills Knowledge of electrical safety standards and safe energization practices Ability to work in fast-paced construction and commissioning environments Strong communication and coordination skills across multiple disciplines and subcontractors Education / Experience: 7+ years of experience supporting electrical commissioning, startup, or electrical infrastructure projects Prior experience supporting industrial power, mission critical, power generation, or large industrial construction projects preferred Experience supporting energization activities and field commissioning execution strongly preferred OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred NFPA 70E or related electrical safety training preferred