Electrical Commissioning Manager
$130,000–$190,000 year
On-site · Santa Clarita, California, United States
Job Summary
On-site Electrical Commissioning Manager to lead the electrical scope for a natural gas compressor modernization program in the Santa Clarita, CA area. Responsible for developing and maintaining the electrical commissioning plan, managing the commissioning database and turnover activities, overseeing pre-energization checks, protective relay testing, PLC panel and control-system commissioning, and ensuring clear engineering-facing reporting. Acts as the primary interface between the electrical construction contractor and the owner's Gas Engineering team, translating field conditions into structured reporting and coordinating with vendors, OEMs, and engineering to resolve issues and maintain schedule. Responsible for safety compliance and producing commissioning documentation packages and field records for owner acceptance.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical commissioning, construction management, or field engineering roles on utility, industrial, or heavy infrastructure projects
- Demonstrated experience with medium- and high-voltage electrical systems (typically 5kV–115kV), including switchgear, power transformers, and distribution equipment
- Prior experience serving as a coordination or communication interface between a construction contractor and an owner's engineering team
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, one-line diagrams, P&IDs, equipment submittals, and project specifications
- Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and applicable California electrical codes and standards
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce clear, structured field and commissioning reports for an engineering audience
- OSHA 10 certification (construction industry)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience leading electrical commissioning on utility/industrial projects
- PLC panel commissioning
- Control systems integration
- Experience coordinating between construction contractors and owner's engineering teams
- Knowledge of NEC NFPA 70E and California electrical codes
- OSHA 10/OSHA 30 certifications (construction)
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