Job Description

2. JOB PURPOSE:

The Electrical Commissioning Engineer is responsible for the safe and efficient commissioning of LV and HV switchgear systems and associated control systems. This includes planning, executing, and documenting all commissioning activities to ensure systems are operational, meet design specifications, and comply with safety and quality standards.

3. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, sKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ATTITUDE:

Minimum Qualifications:

Diploma / Degree in Electrical Engineering

Minimum Experience:

5+ years in electrical commissioning, specifically in LV/HV switchgear and control systems

Job-Specific Skills:

Electrical testing and commissioning procedures, Familiarity with protection relays, SCADA, PLCs, and control systems, Use of testing equipment (primary injection, secondary injection, insulation resistance, etc.), Document control and reporting

Generic Skills:

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Effective communication and coordination Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Knowledge:

IEC standards, electrical drawings, single-line diagrams Safety procedures and permit systems Quality and HSE standards

Attitude:

Safety-conscious and detail-oriented

Proactive and solution-driven

Team player with leadership potential

Commitment to deadlines and quality

Takes initiative and anticipates needs

4. Roles and Responsibilities (DETAILED):

Plan and execute commissioning activities for LV/HV switchgear and control systems.

Review project specifications, drawings, and vendor documentation.

Develop commissioning plans, procedures, and schedules.

Conduct visual inspections of installed LV/HV switchgear and control panels.

Perform insulation resistance, continuity, and functional tests.

Execute primary and secondary injection testing for protection relays.

Conduct breaker timing tests, CT/PT ratio and polarity checks.

Test interlocks, control logic, and SCADA integration.

Perform energization of switchgear and monitor system behaviour.

Coordinate with vendors and OEMs for specialized testing.

Support multi-disciplinary commissioning activities.

Prepare and maintain commissioning checklists, test reports, and red-line drawings.

Submit daily progress reports and final commissioning dossiers.

Ensure all commissioning activities comply with HSE standards.

Participate in toolbox talks and risk assessments.

Follow permit-to-work systems and lockout/tagout procedures.

Coordinate with construction, QA/QC, and client teams to ensure readiness for commissioning.

Prepare and maintain commissioning documentation, including test reports, punch lists, and red-line markups.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company HSE policies during all commissioning activities.

Troubleshoot and resolve issues during commissioning and escalate critical problems.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent