​Electrical Commissioning Site Manager – Contract Opportunity

Vallum Associates has partnered with a leading client in the power delivery and grid modernization sector to support the commissioning of a high-voltage substation.

This is a hands-on, field-based role (≈ 80 % on-site) leading commissioning, testing, and energization activities, with the remaining 20 % focused on coordination and documentation. Ideal for engineers with deep protection & controls / relay testing expertise who enjoy taking ownership at site.

Top Experience Areas We’re Targeting:

• Field commissioning experience on transmission or substation systems

• Testing and commissioning of substations (230 kV / 345 kV)

• Protection & controls/relay testing and troubleshooting

• Managing site personnel and commissioning teams

• Comprehensive understanding of component testing and system energization

Responsibilities Include:

• Serve as the single point of contact for all site commissioning activities

• Ensure EHS compliance across the commissioning scope

• Conduct system testing and verify Site Acceptance Criteria

• Coordinate with schedulers, vendors, and engineering teams

• Manage PTW / isolation processes to ensure safety

• Drive documentation and turnover deliverables through completion

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field experience

• 5 + years of hands-on commissioning or field engineering experience in substations or transmission systems

• Strong technical understanding of protection schemes, relays, and control systems

• Ability to interpret single-line diagrams, schematics, and test procedures

• Proven leadership and client-facing communication skills

• Familiarity with NERC, IEEE, and OSHA standards preferred

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Accommodation is provided for the duration of the project, along with a daily meals allowance in line with GSA per-diem guidelines. For candidates outside driving distance, initial travel to the project site and return flight upon project completion are covered.