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Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation's largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is realized by our exceptional team of dedicated and highly skilled experts working together and never settling for good enough. We are proud of the team-oriented and employee-empowered business approach that defines our unique character.
SUMMARY:
The Commissioning Engineer supports the planning, execution, and documentation of commissioning activities to ensure electrical systems meet project requirements, safety standards, and industry codes. This role is responsible for tracking inspections, maintaining accurate documentation, and coordinating with technicians, subcontractors, vendors, and testing agencies. The Commissioning Engineer plays a key role in documenting and verifying testing activities, uploading reports into commissioning software, and ensuring that all commissioning milestones are completed accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate combines technical knowledge of electrical systems with strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills to support project delivery and quality objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Maintain and manage QC/QA/CX documentation, including inspection records, NCRs, reports, and pre-energization checklists
• Track quality activities and testing progress in CX Alloy, ensuring all required information is uploaded, updated, and accurate
• Review NETA reports, upload results into CX Alloy, and follow up with testers to confirm completion
• Monitor open issues and NCRs, track resolutions, and communicate status updates to project teams
• Support scheduling and coordination of QC/QA/CX technicians and external testers
• Prepare daily and weekly quality reports, summaries, and root cause analyses for leadership review
• Ensure proper labeling, document control, and version management for all project quality files
• Provide administrative support for inspections (2.1, 2.2) by logging, tracking, and distributing documentation
• Communicate quality control requirements and documentation needs to internal teams, vendors, and subcontractors
• Assist with training coordination and documentation for QC/QA/CX staff and construction teams
• Perform other duties as assigned
COMPETENCIES:
• Technical Mastery: Strong understanding of commissioning workflows, test procedures, and electrical systems
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and complete inspection records, test logs, and commissioning reports
• Analytical Thinking: Interpret test data, identify issues, and support corrective actions
• Attention to Detail: Ensure inspections, reports, and system updates are precise and compliant
• Systems Proficiency: Skilled in CX Alloy, MS Office, and other commissioning software platforms
• Collaboration & Communication: Work effectively with project managers, supers, vendors, NETA testers, and QC/QA staff
• Planning & Coordination: Help schedule technicians, inspections, and testing to keep commissioning on track
• Problem Solving: Anticipate commissioning issues and support solutions that minimize delays and costs
• Quality & Safety Focus: Ensure all commissioning activities follow company standards, safety requirements, and industry codes
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
• NETA certification or direct experience managing/reviewing NETA test reports
• Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud Build, Egnyte, or other commissioning/document control platforms
• Previous internship, co-op, or project engineering experience in commissioning or electrical construction
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to work in extreme indoor and outdoor environmental conditions (heat, cold, rain, sleet, snow)
• Must be able to use construction-site sanitary facilities (e.g., portable toilets)
• Must wear required personal protective equipment at all times on site (helmet, safety glasses, boots, and gloves at all times; respirator when required)
• Must be able to safely climb and work from ladders and stairs
• Must be able to safely operate typical jobsite equipment to access work areas (scissor lift, boom lift)

• Must be able to crawl, stand, stoop, bend, crouch, kneel, sit, reach, and routinely lift, push, and pull objects up to 50 pounds
• Ability to travel between job sites and work extended or off-shift hours as project needs require

Helix Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to attract and retain the best-qualified people available. Helix Electric provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Diverse employees/candidates are encouraged to respond. Helix Electric is committed to developing and maintaining a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled/VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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