Utility Commissioning Engineer

Job Title: Commissioning Engineer, 100% Travel - Per Diem

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to lead, execute, and document commissioning activities for utility substation protection, control, and power systems. This role is hands‑on and field‑focused, requiring a strong technical experience, precise documentation skills, and the ability to work within project requirements, budgets, and timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and document all phases of commissioning activities, including pre‑commissioning, construction, testing, energization, and project close‑out.
• Review wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering documentation before project start and throughout project execution.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis for protection and control systems and substation equipment.
• Participate in project meetings such as kickoff, planning, progress reviews, and lessons learned sessions.
• Prepare detailed daily, weekly, and project completion reports, including progress updates, issues, test results, and recommendations.
• Assist in the development of project‑specific testing and commissioning plans and related documentation.
• Identify system and equipment risks and recommend effective mitigation strategies.
• Conduct all required tests on equipment and systems, ensuring results are documented, filed, and distributed accurately.
• Develop and review comprehensive test reports for electrical equipment.
• Create Site Risk Assessments outlining high‑risk construction and commissioning activities.

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of utility commissioning experience.
• Hands‑on experience with relay, protection & control, and electrical apparatus testing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively and work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• 5 years of testing and commissioning experience, preferably within the electric utility sector.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, manufacturer documentation, and detailed schematic diagrams.
• Strong understanding of—or ability to quickly learn—electrical protection systems, relay communication, and AC/DC schematics.
• Professional experience working with medium‑ and high‑voltage substation or power plant equipment.
• Proficiency with Doble Protection Suite, ProTest, and SEL AcSELerator (highly preferred)

Work Environment

This position is 100% field‑based, primarily supporting operations across PA to OH, with opportunities to work in other regions as needed. The role involves extended travel, flexible scheduling, and frequent weekend or holiday work. In return, you’ll receive access to industry‑leading training through our dedicated, state‑of‑the‑art training facility.

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This is a Contract position based out of Branchburg, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $85.00/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 Branchburg,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 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.

Salary : $70 - $85