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Commissioning Project Manager - Mission Critical Data Centers (BESS / Microgrids) - Hybrid/Remote
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tony Barhoum
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Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year
A bit about us:
Fortune 500 Engineering, Energy, and Infrastructure Firm specializing in the Mission Critical Data Center Business. Award-Winning International Engineering Firm leading the industry in deliver Mission-Critical Infrastructure Solutions for Hyperscale Data Center Projects.
Why join us?
Job Details
Commissioning Project Manager - Mission Critical Data Centers (BESS / Microgrids)
We are seeking Cx Project Manager to join our Data Center Commissioning Team focused on next-generation Critical Power Infrastructure, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Microgrid solutions. This is an outstanding opportunity to join an industry leader delivering highly complex Mission-Critical Projects for Hyperscale Data Centers and other Critical Facilities across North America.
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Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Project Manager to lead the commissioning of complex mission-critical electrical systems supporting hyperscale data centers. This role will focus on the construction, testing, startup, and commissioning of advanced microgrid solutions integrating Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with large-scale reciprocating engine power generation.
The ideal candidate possesses a strong electrical engineering background and extensive experience commissioning medium-voltage electrical distribution systems, backup generation, switchgear, protection and control systems, and integrated power infrastructure within mission-critical environments.
This is a hybrid position requiring periodic travel to project sites throughout North America.
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Responsibilities
o Medium Voltage (MV) electrical distribution systems
o Switchgear
o Protective relays
o Generator control systems
o Engine controls
o Battery Energy Storage Systems
o Microgrid control platforms
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Required Qualifications
o Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
o Microgrids
o Reciprocating engine power generation systems
o Islanded power systems
o Medium Voltage Switchgear
o Generator Controls
o Protective Relays
o Electrical Distribution Systems
o Engine Controls
o SCADA and control systems
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Preferred Experience
Experience commissioning one or more of the following:
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Travel
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Why This Opportunity?
This position offers the opportunity to work on some of the industry's most technically advanced mission-critical projects while helping shape the future of resilient power systems and next-generation data center infrastructure.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
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This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tony Barhoum
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year
A bit about us:
Fortune 500 Engineering, Energy, and Infrastructure Firm specializing in the Mission Critical Data Center Business. Award-Winning International Engineering Firm leading the industry in deliver Mission-Critical Infrastructure Solutions for Hyperscale Data Center Projects.
Why join us?
- Competitive Base Salary with Bonus
- Salary Time & Half Overtime
- 401K with Matching Contribution
- Unlimited PTO
- Complete Health Benefits with Life Insurance
- Fully Remote
- Accelerated Career Growth!
Job Details
Commissioning Project Manager - Mission Critical Data Centers (BESS / Microgrids)
We are seeking Cx Project Manager to join our Data Center Commissioning Team focused on next-generation Critical Power Infrastructure, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Microgrid solutions. This is an outstanding opportunity to join an industry leader delivering highly complex Mission-Critical Projects for Hyperscale Data Centers and other Critical Facilities across North America.
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Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Project Manager to lead the commissioning of complex mission-critical electrical systems supporting hyperscale data centers. This role will focus on the construction, testing, startup, and commissioning of advanced microgrid solutions integrating Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with large-scale reciprocating engine power generation.
The ideal candidate possesses a strong electrical engineering background and extensive experience commissioning medium-voltage electrical distribution systems, backup generation, switchgear, protection and control systems, and integrated power infrastructure within mission-critical environments.
This is a hybrid position requiring periodic travel to project sites throughout North America.
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Responsibilities
- Lead commissioning activities for mission-critical data center electrical infrastructure from pre-functional testing through final acceptance.
- Manage commissioning schedules, documentation, and project execution for multiple complex projects.
- Oversee construction verification, equipment startup, integrated systems testing (IST), and functional performance testing.
- Commission large-scale reciprocating engine islanded power generation systems integrated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
- Coordinate commissioning of:
o Medium Voltage (MV) electrical distribution systems
o Switchgear
o Protective relays
o Generator control systems
o Engine controls
o Battery Energy Storage Systems
o Microgrid control platforms
- Review electrical drawings, specifications, sequence of operations, commissioning plans, and test procedures.
- Coordinate closely with owners, contractors, equipment manufacturers, design engineers, and field teams to ensure successful project delivery.
- Lead issue resolution during startup and commissioning while maintaining project schedules.
- Prepare commissioning reports, punch lists, deficiency tracking, and turnover documentation.
- Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and commissioning best practices.
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
- Professional Engineer (PE) License (Required)
- 7-10 years of electrical commissioning experience
- Demonstrated experience commissioning mission-critical Data Center projects
- Strong experience commissioning medium-voltage electrical systems
- Experience with construction, testing, startup, and commissioning of:
o Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
o Microgrids
o Reciprocating engine power generation systems
o Islanded power systems
- Thorough understanding of:
o Medium Voltage Switchgear
o Generator Controls
o Protective Relays
o Electrical Distribution Systems
o Engine Controls
o SCADA and control systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, and control drawings.
- Excellent communication and project leadership skills.
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Preferred Experience
Experience commissioning one or more of the following:
- Hyperscale Data Centers
- Colocation Data Centers
- Mission Critical Facilities
- Utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems
- Critical Power Infrastructure
- Emergency Power Systems
- Combined Heat & Power (CHP)
- Distributed Energy Resources (DER)
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Travel
- Hybrid work environment
- Initial travel to assigned project sites to establish project familiarity and support commissioning activities
- Moderate travel based on project assignments
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Why This Opportunity?
- Join one of the fastest-growing Mission Critical commissioning practices in North America.
- Work on cutting-edge data center infrastructure supporting AI, cloud computing, and critical digital infrastructure.
- Lead the commissioning of innovative Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Microgrid projects.
- Long-term career growth with a financially strong Fortune 500 organization committed to expanding its mission-critical and energy infrastructure business.
This position offers the opportunity to work on some of the industry's most technically advanced mission-critical projects while helping shape the future of resilient power systems and next-generation data center infrastructure.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
Salary : $140,000 - $180,000