Job Description

Electrical Commissioning Engineer Responsibilities Working as part of the project and commissioning teams, you will be responsible for supporting and coordinating the testing, commissioning and handover of electrical systems on a large-scale data centre project.

• Coordinate and oversee the testing and commissioning of electrical systems in line with project specifications and commissioning procedures.
• Support the commissioning of MV/LV distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, generators and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, commissioning plans and technical documentation.
• Carry out inspections and functional testing of electrical equipment and installations.
• Coordinate commissioning activities with electrical installation teams, subcontractors, vendors and specialist commissioning engineers.
• Support the development and execution of commissioning plans, test scripts and inspection procedures.
• Ensure electrical systems are installed, tested and commissioned in accordance with design requirements and relevant standards.
• Identify, investigate and assist in resolving technical issues, faults and commissioning defects.
• Monitor and track commissioning progress, outstanding issues, snags and remedial works.
• Ensure commissioning documentation, test results, inspection records and handover packages are completed accurately.
• Liaise with mechanical, CSA, BMS, EPMS and controls teams to coordinate integrated testing activities.
• Support integrated systems testing (IST), where required, to verify the operation of interconnected building and electrical systems.
• Ensure all commissioning activities are carried out in accordance with project procedures, quality requirements and health and safety standards.
• Provide regular progress updates to the Commissioning Manager and wider project team.

Necessary Requirements of the Electrical Commissioning Engineer

• Degree, Higher Diploma or relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 3–5+ years' experience in electrical engineering, testing or commissioning within the construction or M&E sector.
• Previous experience in electrical commissioning on large-scale construction or engineering projects.
• Data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial or other mission-critical project experience would be highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of MV/LV electrical distribution systems and associated infrastructure.
• Experience with testing and commissioning electrical equipment, including switchgear, transformers, UPS systems and generators.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of commissioning procedures, test scripts, inspection records and handover documentation.
• Experience coordinating with subcontractors, equipment vendors and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Familiarity with BMS, EPMS, PLCs, SCADA and integrated systems testing would be beneficial.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good organisational, communication and reporting skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• A strong commitment to quality, compliance and health and safety.

To register your interest, or for more information, please contact Evan Fitzpatrick in confidence at +353 (0) 83 208 3189 or evan@ssaltd.com.