Commissioning Field Engineer – Electrical

Bala Consulting Engineers

Traveling Commissioning Field Engineer role performing electrical systems testing for Bala Consulting Engineers. Seeking an experienced engineer for various projects across the U.S.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeWayne • Iowa, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform commissioning and/or QA/QC hands on testing of electrical equipment.
Manage Commissioning and Testing Projects (client, internal team and project financials)
Lead projects and write proposals, test scripts and reports
Mentor and train other Commissioning team members
Coordinate invoicing with Accounting Department
Attend conferences and networking events periodically
National travel needed as necessary to complete Commissioning & Testing activities at client sites with reimbursement of expenses for travel/ lodging/car rental/meals.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Mid-level commissioning engineer (7+ years of experience)
BS in Electrical Engineering (or similar qualification-required)
Military background in electrical system’s operation and repair a plus.
Must be willing to travel across the U.S. for extended periods of time required to support project construction schedules and work various hours (days, night and weekends)
Thermography Scanning Certification a plus
Must have proficient technical writing skills (proposals, test scripts and reports)
EIT/PE/CPMP a plus
SKM Power System Software experience a plus (i.e. Short Circuit Studies)
Hardworking and well-motivated engineer with the desire to learn and solve problems
Ability to work in office and client sites (new construction and existing facilities)
Hold driver’s license
Background check & drug screening may be required by client for onsite projects

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
401(k) with employer match
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays
8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
Employee Referral Program
Full-time onsite roles qualify for one day remote work

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Hard Skills & Tools

commissioningQA/QC testingelectrical equipment testingtechnical writingproject managementthermography scanningSKM Power System Softwareshort circuit studieselectrical system operationelectrical system repair

Soft Skills

mentoringtrainingproblem-solvingmotivationcommunicationleadershiporganizational skillsnetworkingteam collaborationadaptability

Certifications

BS in Electrical EngineeringThermography Scanning CertificationEITPECPMP