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Project Engineer - Commissioning

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Kelly Services

Abilene, TX (In Person)

$94,250 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/6/2026

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Job Description

Project Engineer
  • Commissioning Apply Now Applied To save a job sign in or get started
Job ID:
10096568 Posted today Back Abilene, TX, US Engineering High School or equivalent Full Time, Direct Hire $50/hr
  • $81/hr based on experience Experienced (Non-Manager) On-site Construction
  • Industrial Facilities and Infrastructure First Shift (Day) Abilene, TX, US $50/hr
  • $81/hr based on experience Experienced (Non-Manager) Full Time, Direct Hire Construction
  • Industrial Facilities and Infrastructure On-site Engineering High School or equivalent First Shift (Day) Apply Now Applied Job details Project Engineer
  • Electrical
JOB DESCRIPTION
Abilene, TX Length :
6-7 month contract
Benefits:
Fully Benefited through Kelly Engineering (Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays) OT pay ? Yes
  • 1.
5x base pay and anticipated 25-30 hours OT/week Lodging and Food expenses reimbursed up to ~$325/day if not local Option to take 1 flight/drive home paid for/month
JOB SUMMARY
Senior Project Engineer
  • Performs & plans commissioning of electrical systems.
Must be a self-motivated & energetic professional. Must have understanding of building electrical systems design & construction. Must have experience with commissioning process of electrical systems ranging in size, rating and complexity. The ideal candidate shall possess theoretical and practical knowledge in the commissioning, testing and troubleshooting of electrical systems and related controls. Candidate will be responsible for reviewing project information; coordinating and executing daily field activities; maintaining project documentation; assisting the Project Manager with schedule and planning of resources; and providing guidance to Project Engineers. May perform as team lead on small to medium sized projects. Will be expected to assess and test at a high technical level. This role requires the candidate to have technical competency, organizational skills, good communication skills, and to work well in a team environment where leadership is necessary.
PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
List essential job functions that comprise the job; describe in terms of actions (verbs) and desired outcomes in order of most important first: Commission electrical distribution equipment and related controls, primarily in data center environments, including high voltage and medium voltage systems Review system designs for compliance with client facility goals Prepare plans and procedures for execution of the commissioning process Conduct commissioning activities from the design phase through the occupation phase, in accordance with client requirements and industry commissioning process best practices Attend factory testing of equipment and document procedures and results Conduct functional testing of equipment Perform analysis of test results using instrumentation and prepare reports Understand critical power quality requirements and test procedures Perform thermographic surveys and analyze results Fully document all field procedures including results, issues and observations either via company provided templates or online applications Report on system performance and make technical recommendations on issues Work with the Project Manager and project teams to coordinate and execute field activities Prepare and provide input on commissioning project documentation and schedules Draft comprehensive test procedures for a variety of equipment and systems Attend relevant project coordination and schedule meetings as necessary May be required to lead commissioning meetings or speak on technical topics Assist with submitting and maintaining daily commissioning reports Train and guide both Associate Project Engineers and Project Engineers on roles & responsibilities Respond to project team and client inquiries in a professional and timely manner Comply with company, client, and project safety requirements Be knowledgeable with building equipment, including, but not limited to: Generator Generator Paralleling Switchgear High / Medium / Low Voltage Transformer (XFMR) Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS Systems) Battery Systems High / Medium / Low Voltage Switchgear (SWGR) Low Voltage Main Switchboards (MSB) PLC Control Automatic and Semi-Automatic Switching Controls Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) Static Transfer Switch (STS) Power Distribution Unit (PDU) Busways Remote Power Panel (RPP) Grounding Systems Lighting Control Systems
QUALIFICATIONS
List the minimum requirements to be considered for this position: Education/Experience Background BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering with 5 or more years with mission critical project experience, or relevant and applicable industry experience OR Minimum of 7 or more years of experience in commissioning with mission critical project experience, or relevant and applicable industry experience Knowledge/ Skills/Ability Characteristics Experience in Mission Critical facility commissioning essential Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, proactive, problem solver Good communication and relationship skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, work with limited supervision and manage junior engineers on day to day tasks Knowledge & experience with ASHRAE or BCxA commissioning guidelines preferred Knowledge & experience with InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA) test specifications Distributed control system experience a plus Good understanding of building management systems (BMS) and/or electrical power monitoring system (EPMS) Deep understanding and application of test instrumentation Team player and a "client-first" mentality Certification/Licenses Professional Engineers (PE) License and/or a commissioning certification a plus but not required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while successfully performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions . Ability to walk up to 5 miles per day Carry up to 50 lbs Ability to wear required PPE daily Travel nationwide 50%
  • 75% if not assigned locally; may have periods of higher travel expectation This job description is a general description of essential job functions.
It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees are expected to perform tasks as assigned by supervisory personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties. To comply with regulations by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), the duties in job descriptions must be essential to the job. To identify essential functions, focus on the purpose and the result of the duties rather than the manner in which they are performed.
The following definition applies:
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Share this job Copied url Link Copied Similar Jobs As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Why Kelly ® Engineering? Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career. About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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