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Yates Construction · 1 day ago

Electrical Commissioning Lead

Irving, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Yates Construction is a family-owned company ranked among the top commercial and industrial construction companies in the country. The Electrical Commissioning Lead supports the Commissioning Manager by focusing on the electrical aspects of equipment, leading trade partners through installation, testing, and integration to ensure compliance with performance criteria and safety standards.

Civil EngineeringCommercialConstructionInfrastructure

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop, review & execute electrical-specific commissioning procedures, checklists, and test protocols for delivery and pre-functional testing activities, including energization, loop checks, and point-to-point verifications

Coordinate with trade partners and vendors for pre-installation meetings, delivery inspections, and installation, verifying compliance with manufacturer instructions and codes (e.g., NEC, IEEE)

Lead on-site electrical testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution during pre-functional testing, documenting results and deficiencies in Yates’ commissioning software

Assign and oversee energy isolation marshals for electrical activities, enforcing LOTO programs and energization plans to maintain safety

Support the CxA in functional and integrated systems testing for electrical systems, including load simulations and utility shutdown scenarios

Collaborate with the Mechanical Commissioning Lead and Commissioning Manager to ensure interdisciplinary integration, such as UPS with cooling systems

Conduct quality inspections at milestones, review documentation like torque reports and megger tests, and contribute to issue logs for deferred items

Facilitate vendor training on electrical systems and assist in compiling as-built drawings and final reports

Ensure all electrical work adheres to Yates’ safety protocols, including PPE usage and hazard mitigation

Qualification

Electrical commissioningElectrical systems knowledgeTechnical troubleshootingSoftware proficiencyRelevant certificationsLeadership skillsAttention to detailCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field or related field experience

5+ years in electrical commissioning, ideally in projects involving complex electrical systems

In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, SCADA, and testing equipment

Strong leadership, technical troubleshooting, and documentation skills

Proficiency in software tools like Bluebeam, Revit/ACC, AutoCAD, ETAP, and asset management/commissioning platforms

Ability to work under pressure in field environments with strong attention to detail

Preferred

Relevant certifications (e.g., Licensed Electrician, NETA certification)

Company

Yates Construction

Yates Construction specializes in the design, civil engineering, project management, infrastructure administration and development.

Founded in 1963

Philadelphia, Mississippi, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.wgyates.com

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