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Commissioning Engineer

AXG Contracting
Washington, DC Contractor
POSTED ON 12/5/2025 CLOSED ON 2/4/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commissioning Engineer position at AXG Contracting?

This role supports a North American power company advancing high-voltage electrical infrastructure and grid reliability to enable a more resilient, secure energy transition.As a Commissioning Engineer, you will lead on-site high-voltage and partial-discharge testing of GIS systems to ensure safe, compliant, and fully operational installation. You’ll execute commissioning of specialty switching and monitoring devices (including synchronization and sensor-enabled equipment), own schedule progress reporting, troubleshoot technical issues during live test cycles, and train contractors and customers for long-term operational readiness.Key Technical Responsibilities:Execute GIS system and component commissioning in line with released testing procedures and commissioning programsConduct high-voltage testing, and where required, complete system PD measurement on fully installed GISTrack progress against commissioning schedules with consistent reporting to internal teams and site stakeholdersTroubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during live commissioning test phasesMaintain as-built documentation and generate accurate job site system recordsSupport the creation of final commissioning documentation packagesTrain and guide junior or subordinate commissioning personnel through testing standards and field processesRequirements:Minimum of 2 years of technical commissioning experience in power grid or related high-voltage electrical systemsField familiarity with partial discharge measurement tools and techniquesBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, power systems, or equivalent technical fieldWorking knowledge of GIS system construction and high-voltage electrical infrastructureFormal training qualifying you to commission SF6 gas-insulated equipmentMembership or certification from a recognized provider of a high-voltage testing courseComfort working within intercultural and cross-border environments

Salary : $65 - $85

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