Electrical Engineer – Commissioning & Start-Up
Houston, TX
Full-Time
$80,000 - $110,000
EPC Projects | Oil & Gas, Power, Industrial & Data Centers
Are you an Electrical Engineer who thrives on bringing complex systems to life?
INFINITK are excited to be working with a company who are a leading international Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) organization, expanding their Commissioning & Start-Up team in Houston, Texas. We are seeking a talented Electrical Engineer to play a key role in delivering major industrial, energy, and mission-critical infrastructure projects.
From power generation facilities and oil & gas plants to advanced manufacturing sites and hyperscale data centers, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring electrical systems are commissioned safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
If you enjoy troubleshooting, testing, problem-solving, and seeing projects transition from construction to successful operation, this could be the ideal next step in your career.
Why Join?
- Work on large-scale, technically challenging projects
- Join a well-established and growing EPC organization with a strong industry reputation
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development
- Collaborative, safety-focused culture
- Exposure to cutting-edge commissioning technologies and methodologies
- Opportunities to support projects across North America and internationally
The Role
As a Commissioning Electrical Engineer, you will lead and support electrical commissioning activities across a diverse portfolio of industrial, energy, and data center projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute commissioning and start-up activities for:
- Low Voltage (LV) and Medium Voltage (MV) systems
- Switchgear
- Transformers
- Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Generators
- UPS systems
- Grounding systems
- Protection relays
- Develop and implement:
- Commissioning procedures
- Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
- Functional test protocols
- Commissioning schedules
- Conduct:
- Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)
- Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
- Loop checks
- Continuity testing
- Insulation resistance testing
- Protection coordination verification
- Perform primary and secondary injection testing and support relay testing activities
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and system integration issues during commissioning and start-up
- Coordinate daily commissioning activities with engineering, construction, QA/QC, safety, vendor, and client teams
- Review electrical drawings, single-line diagrams (SLDs), schematics, and equipment datasheets to ensure compliance with project requirements
- Prepare commissioning reports, test records, punch lists, and turnover documentation
- Ensure all commissioning activities are completed safely, on schedule, and in accordance with quality standards
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
- 5–6 years of experience in electrical commissioning, testing, and start-up
- Strong understanding of:
- NEC
- NFPA
- IEEE
- NETA ATS/MTS standards
- Experience in one or more of the following industries:
- Oil & Gas
- Industrial Manufacturing
- Power Generation
- Data Centers
- HVAC / Mechanical Systems Integration
- Hands-on experience using:
- Insulation Resistance (IR) Testers
- Primary Injection Test Equipment
- Secondary Injection Test Sets
- Relay Testing Equipment
- Hi-Pot Testers
- Ability to interpret complex electrical drawings, schematics, and single-line diagrams
- Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
Preferred Qualifications
NETA Level II, III, or IV
PMP
Texas PE License
OSHA 30
NFPA 70E Training
Ideal Candidate
You are someone who:
- Enjoys field-based engineering and problem-solving
- Can confidently work around energized and critical systems
- Takes ownership of commissioning activities from planning through handover
- Works effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients
- Maintains a strong commitment to safety, quality, and project delivery
Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Electrical engineering: 4 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Houston, TX 77084 (Required)
Work Location: In person
