Electrical Commissioning Lead

LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Centre sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach. 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 and oversee electrical commissioning while coordinating with project teams, contractors, vendors, and client stakeholders to ensure systems are commissioned safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements. This role requires a collaborative leader who is comfortable leading meetings, mentoring team members, and remaining actively involved in field execution throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities: Lead electrical commissioning activities from construction through final turnover for medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems within mission-critical facilities. Review electrical drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams, sequence of operations, submittals, and commissioning documentation to verify compliance with project requirements and design intent. Perform design and constructability reviews, providing commissioning input throughout all phases of the project lifecycle. Coordinate commissioning activities with project management, construction teams, electrical contractors, equipment vendors, client representatives, and other project stakeholders. Review and witness installation verification activities, QA/QC inspections, vendor startups, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and electrical energization activities. Develop, review, and execute commissioning documentation, including installation verification checklists, startup checklists, Operational Acceptance Tests (OAT), Integrated Systems Tests (IST), and final commissioning reports. Witness electrical testing performed by contractors and third-party testing agencies, including NETA acceptance testing, and verify systems operate safely and in accordance with project requirements. Lead commissioning activities for electrical systems including switchgear, substations, transformers, panelboards, UPS systems, generators, automatic transfer switches (ATS), variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor control equipment, grounding systems, lighting controls, and power monitoring systems. Identify, document, track, and verify resolution of commissioning deficiencies through final closeout. Maintain accurate commissioning records, progress reporting, and project documentation throughout the commissioning process. Support system turnover by verifying completion of commissioning documentation, O&M manuals, as-built drawings, training documentation, and closeout packages. Lead Owner training sessions and support final project acceptance activities. Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring all commissioning activities are performed in accordance with project safety requirements and NFPA 70E electrical safe work practices. Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role. Skills Required: Strong knowledge of medium- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems within mission-critical facilities. Experience leading electrical commissioning activities from construction through project turnover. Proficiency reviewing electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, specifications, and commissioning documentation. Familiarity with commissioning processes including FAT, SAT, OAT, IST, startup, and system t…