Substation Commissioning Manager

Substation Commissioning Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Substation Commissioning Manager to manage and execute renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, and battery storage. This role involves overseeing commissioning, start-up, and operational turnover to ensure successful project delivery.

This is an on-site position with daily per diem and monthly trips home. Sites are located anywhere in the US. (likely Texas, New Mexico, Arizona)

Responsibilities

• Ensure commissioning activities for assigned projects are performed with high quality and adherence to safety policies.
• Coordinate and manage EPC contractor personnel, OEM startup personnel, third-party startup contractors, and on-site operations personnel.
• Ensure project reliability at operational turnover, minimizing lost time during initial operation.
• Ensure compliance with all project contractual documents, including Power Purchase Agreement and Large Generator Interconnect Agreement deliverables.
• Interface with Transmission Operators and Independent Service Operators to meet project energization dates.
• Manage on-site commissioning personnel.
• Collaborate with designated safety, engineering, and quality control parties.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• 5 years of experience in on-site project support for renewable power generation project construction start-up and commissioning.
• 3 years of experience working for an EPC in renewable power generation project construction start-up.
• Ability to interact with engineering and construction personnel on technical, constructability, schedule, and cost issues.
• Knowledge of electrical construction and commissioning means and methods, including NEC and NFPA.
• Experience in SCADA integration and troubleshooting.
• Expertise in E&I controls and instrumentation installation, startup, and troubleshooting.
• Skills in protection and controls implementation and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in drawing review quality control inspection.
• Competence in progress reporting.
• Computer skills in Outlook, PDF editing, Word, Excel, document control systems, and PowerPoint.
• Management of third parties, suppliers, and direct report team members.
• Understanding of scheduling and planning.

This is a Contract position based out of Juno Beach, FL.

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Juno Beach,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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