PACO Group, Inc. · 2 months ago
Commissioning Coordinator/Start-up Engineer - MTA
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$45/hr - $65/hr
5+ years expPACO Group, Inc. is seeking a highly organized Commissioning / Start-Up Coordinator to support the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) on a Substation Component Replacement Project in the Bronx, New York. The role involves planning, documentation, and execution of testing, commissioning, and system start-up activities for electrical, mechanical, and control systems associated with traction power substations.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingProject Management
Responsibilities
Assist the Commissioning Agent (CxA) in planning, coordinating, and tracking all commissioning, start-up, energization, and final acceptance activities
Support the preparation of commissioning plans, testing matrices, and system checklists consistent with MTA C&D requirements
Help organize and track Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and System Integration Testing (SIT) for traction power, control, and auxiliary systems
Assist in establishing procedures for system acceptance, including required witness points, sign-offs, and documentation deliverables
Participate in readiness reviews, pre-functional and functional testing, and system deficiency tracking prior to energization
Support coordination between MTA Power Division, Con Edison, and the Construction Contractor for testing, cutovers, and energization events
Assist in preparing and maintaining test scripts, inspection reports, certification forms for substation components including switchgear, rectifiers, transformers, feeder cables, protective relays, and SCADA systems
Provide field support to the CxA during FAT, SAT, and field testing to confirm compliance with design intent and contract requirements
Help ensure all commissioning activities are properly witnessed, documented, and logged for final acceptance
Maintain commissioning logs, deficiency lists, and turnover documentation, ensuring all test results are traceable and verified prior to system handover
Assist in compiling and organizing commissioning procedures, test results, deficiency reports, photos, and meeting records for submission to MTA C&D
Support the CxA and QA team in implementing elements of the Consultant Quality Plan (CQP) to maintain compliance with project quality requirements
Upload, track, and archive all commissioning documentation in Bentley ProjectWise, Unifier, or similar systems
Help conduct quality verifications, cross-checks of test data, and code compliance reviews as part of the system acceptance process
Support strict adherence to OSHA 29 CFR 1926 and MTA C&D safety policies for energized systems, confined spaces, and arc-flash environments
Assist in implementing Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures during testing, switching, or energization activities
Participate in safety briefings, job hazard analyses, and pre-task meetings to ensure safe commissioning practices
Report field observations or potential safety risks to the CxA and safety management for corrective action
Support communication between the CxA, Resident Engineer, contractors, and MTA C&D stakeholders throughout all commissioning phases
Assist in organizing commissioning meetings; prepare agendas, minutes, and action tracking logs
Provide progress updates on testing and start-up status to the CxA and Resident Engineer
Maintain effective liaison with MTA Power Command Center (PCC) and Con Edison during interface testing and energization operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field (Electrical preferred)
Minimum five (5) years of experience in commissioning, start-up, or construction QA/QC for complex infrastructure, power, or transit projects
Experience supporting commissioning or start-up of electrical systems, such as transformers, rectifiers, switchgear, and controls
Familiarity with MTA C&D standards, NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 70E, ASME, ASTM, and IEEE codes
Proficiency in reading schematics, one-line diagrams, and control logic drawings
OSHA 30-hour certification required
Strong communication and coordination skills, with attention to documentation and compliance
Ability to work safely and efficiently in active construction and energized environments
Preferred
Certification as a Commissioning Agent (CxA), Quality Systems Inspector, or equivalent credential
Experience with Bentley ProjectWise, Unifier, or other document management systems
Familiarity with SCADA telemetry, PLCs, relay logic, and protective relay testing
Experience assisting in Factory, Site, and System Integration Testing within substation, industrial, or power system environments
Experience working on MTA, C&D, or similar transit power infrastructure projects is strongly preferred and may be required
Benefits
401(k) and 401(k) Employer Matching.
Health Insurance.
Dental Insurance.
Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D.
Paid Time Off.
Paid Holidays.
Professional Development Assistance.
Company
PACO Group, Inc.
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51-200 employees
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