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Altura LLC

Senior Commissioning Lead

Oakland, CA · Hybrid

As a Senior Commissioning Lead , you will lead our Bay Area presence, build and enhance client relationships, manage project teams to high-impact outcomes and help grow the company. Your Impact: The ...

LotusWorks

Electrical Commissioning Lead

Sunnyvale, CA

$187K - $196K/yr

As an Electrical Commissioning Lead, you will take ownership of planning and executing commissioning activities for complex electrical systems within a high-tech semiconductor facility. Your ...

SpaceXAI

Electrical Commissioning Lead

Memphis, TN · On-site

$155K - $162K/yr

You will lead a team of electrical commissioning technicians while working closely with construction, engineering, operations, EPC contractors, and OEM vendors to deliver safe, reliable, and high ...

SpaceXAI

Electrical Commissioning Lead

Memphis, TN

$155K - $162K/yr

You will lead a team of electrical commissioning technicians while working closely with construction, engineering, operations, EPC contractors, and OEM vendors to deliver safe, reliable, and high ...

SpaceXAI

Mechanical Commissioning Lead

Memphis, TN

You will lead a team of commissioning technicians while working closely with construction, engineering, operations, EPC contractors, and OEM vendors to deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality ...

SpaceXAI

Mechanical Commissioning Lead

Memphis, TN · On-site

You will lead a team of commissioning technicians while working closely with construction, engineering, operations, EPC contractors, and OEM vendors to deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality ...

LotusWorks

Electrical Commissioning Lead

Lehi, UT

$150K - $156K/yr

As an Electrical Commissioning Lead, you will serve as a working leader, balancing hands-on commissioning responsibilities with leadership of project execution activities. You will actively perform ...

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SpaceXAI

Mechanical Commissioning Lead

Memphis, TN

You will lead a team of commissioning technicians while working closely with construction, engineering, operations, EPC contractors, and OEM vendors to deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality ...

SpaceXAI

Electrical Commissioning Lead

Memphis, TN

$155K - $162K/yr

You will lead a team of electrical commissioning technicians while working closely with construction, engineering, operations, EPC contractors, and OEM vendors to deliver safe, reliable, and high ...

LotusWorks

Electrical Commissioning Lead

Casa Grande, AZ · On-site

$152K - $158K/yr

Lead electrical commissioning activities across all project phases, from design review through energization, testing, and final handover. * Review electrical designs, one-line diagrams ...

LotusWorks

Electrical Commissioning Lead

West Memphis, AR · On-site

$147K - $153K/yr

Lead electrical commissioning activities across all project phases, from design review through startup, functional testing, integrated systems testing, and final handover. * Review Issued for ...

LotusWorks

Electrical Commissioning Lead

Casa Grande, AZ · On-site

$152K - $158K/yr

Lead electrical commissioning activities across all project phases, from design review through energization, testing, and final handover. * Review electrical designs, one-line diagrams ...

Gulf

Commissioning Lead

Berlin, CT

$158K - $165K/yr

... commissioning experience) Essential Functions: Employee is required to comply with the Client's operational requirements which vary from project to project. The employee should be prepared and able ...

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How much do commissioning lead jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for commissioning lead in the United States is $22.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges a Commissioning Lead faces during large-scale projects, and how can they be effectively managed?

A Commissioning Lead often encounters challenges such as coordinating between multiple stakeholders, managing tight schedules, and ensuring all systems are tested and meet compliance standards. Effective management involves clear communication, meticulous documentation, and proactive issue resolution throughout the commissioning process. Building strong relationships with project managers, contractors, and engineering teams also helps streamline workflow and quickly address unforeseen issues, ultimately ensuring project deadlines and safety standards are met.

What is the difference between Commissioning Lead vs Commissioning Engineer?

AspectCommissioning LeadCommissioning Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in engineering and relevant certificationsUsually holds an engineering degree and similar certifications
Work EnvironmentLeads teams during project commissioning, overseeing multiple activitiesPerforms technical testing and troubleshooting during commissioning
Employer & IndustryCommon in large industrial, power, and infrastructure projectsFound in similar industries, often working under a Commissioning Lead

The Commissioning Lead is responsible for overseeing the entire commissioning process, managing teams, and ensuring project completion. The Commissioning Engineer focuses on technical testing and troubleshooting tasks. While both roles require technical expertise and certifications, the Lead has broader managerial responsibilities, making it a more senior position within the commissioning team.

What are Commissioning Leads?

Commissioning Leads are professionals responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of the commissioning process for new buildings, systems, or industrial facilities. Their main role is to ensure that all systems and components are designed, installed, tested, and operated according to the client's requirements and industry standards. They work closely with project teams, contractors, and clients to verify that everything functions properly before the facility becomes fully operational. Commissioning Leads also document the process and provide training to the end users, helping to ensure long-term performance and efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Commissioning Lead, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Commissioning Lead, you need expertise in engineering or building services, project management experience, and a relevant degree such as mechanical or electrical engineering. Familiarity with commissioning management software, building automation systems, and certifications like LEED or ASHRAE are often required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills enable effective team coordination and stakeholder management. These skills ensure that complex building systems are delivered, tested, and handed over efficiently, meeting client and regulatory requirements.
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Commissioning Lead - Electrical

Springtide Project Services

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

$159K - $244K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description


At Springtide, a division of IPS (a Berkshire Hathaway company), we listen, understand, and lean into complex challenges to unlock new solutions and realize opportunities with our partners. Distinguished by our agility, creativity, expertise, and owner's perspective, we deliver faster time-to-market and longer-lasting value, enabling you to do more. We are seeking an Electrical Commissioning Lead to work full-time on site with our client located near Santa Clara, California.
Position Responsibilities
  • Lead site Electrical commissioning activities for the client operations business unit, following the project-specific commissioning plan (HPEP), including incorporation of key stakeholder requirements (Project/Operations/Facilities) to ensure overall team success.
  • Manage and communicate commissioning risks in cooperation with the project General Contractor and client construction/Commissioning teams.
  • Ensure documentation for all commissioning activities is maintained and submitted via the completions database and meets all performance parameters of the plant.
  • Monitor quality assurance initiatives, including installation & assembly, alignment, cleanliness, integrity, etc. of the electrical systems.
  • Ensure our clients codes, standards, and specifications are followed during construction/commissioning and acceptance of facilities electrical systems
  • Leverage your extensive background in project management and construction to provide specialized expertise and guidance to the project teams.
  • Review electrical commissioning plans in alignment with client specifications and local code.
  • Represent the client during design reviews, ensuring electrical systems meet project requirements.
  • Review and execute verification checklists and test procedures.
  • Attends commissioning meetings and works with the manager to resolve issues.
  • Report to the client Operations team weekly.
  • Support field execution, including job walks and site observations.
  • Follow EHS guidelines and site safety requirements.

The salary offered for this role is between $159,000 and $244,000, but the actual salary offered is dependent on experience, skill set, and education.
Qualifications & Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in a related subject from an accredited university
  • 7+ years of experience in leading electrical systems construction and commissioning operations
  • 10+ years of professional engineering experience in CSA engineering with commissioning experience
  • High-voltage electrical commissioning experience (transformers, switchgear, MCCs, substations).
  • Experience leading electrical commissioning teams and third-party testing providers.
  • Strong technical knowledge of construction completion, testing, and energization procedures.
  • Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems during startup and commissioning.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills with the ability to understand complex problems and distil the message into a clear plan
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound judgments under pressure
  • Strong background in all aspects of electrical requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to read electrical single lines, schematics, panel layouts, and P&IDs
  • expert knowledge of electrical generation (generator) and distribution systems on a large-scale build, including all testing requirements.
  • Semiconductor/Datacenter or advanced technology industry experience is preferred but not essential.

Context, Environment, & Safety
  • Travel duration, if any, is based on project location.
  • This position is a safety-sensitive position.
  • The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction commissioning activities
  • OSHA 10 - preferred and experience in LOTO procedures

About Us
Springtide Project Services is a full-service technical consultancy providing Architectural, Engineering, Construction, Project and Program Management, and Commissioning services to advanced technology industries, including the semiconductor, mission-critical data center, renewable energy, electric vehicle, and display sectors. We bring deep subject matter expertise as well as proven, reliable execution experience to bear on complex projects. The name Springtide represents our culture and values as an agile organization providing fresh, dynamic, and innovative solutions to help our clients optimize their project outcomes. We are energetic, driven, and curious, and take a sophisticated approach to every client project, enabling a critical scope to be executed; we walk in our clients' shoes, we listen, we are curious, and we excel in a thriving collaborative culture, proactively leaning into challenges with a solutions mindset. We focus on collaborative engagement, alignment, and optimized execution, enabling our clients to do more and to achieve their business success. Springtide is a division of IPS-Integrated Project Services, LLC.
Specialties
Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Program Management, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCM, and augmented resourcing services.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Springtide without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran, marital, or citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. Springtide is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
Attention Search Firms / Third Party Recruiters: Springtide is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities with Springtide. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Springtide via-email, the Internet or directly to hiring managers at Springtide in any form without a valid written search agreement in place for a specific position will be deemed the sole property of Springtide, and no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by Springtide as a result of the referral or through other means.
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