Commissioning Lead

Job Summary

Will offer per diem. Large utility is looking for a Commissioning Lead/Analyst in Michigan. The role requires a minimum of 4 to 8 years of experience leading the end‑to‑end commissioning, testing, and startup of complex utility systems, leveraging technical expertise in electrical and mechanical component testing and project management to ensure safe and compliant facility integration. This is a contract position estimated to last 12 months, with potential extension and possible temp‑to‑perm progression.

Location: Jackson, Michigan
Job Type: Contract
Salary: $40 - $70 per hour
Work Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)

• Apply advanced engineering and commissioning principles to independently resolve complex technical problems.
• Oversee commissioning planning, implementation, quality control, scheduling, and budgeting for construction projects.
• Define testing scopes and communicate progress updates to management.
• Provide supervisory oversight for employees and technical work groups during equipment checkout and startup.
• Develop and revise operating procedures, alarm response procedures, and maintenance procedures.
• Create and deliver training materials and schedules for newly installed equipment.
• Generate design validation and project turnover packages for mechanical and electrical systems.
• Manage or perform component‑level testing on low, medium, and high‑voltage cables, transformers, motors, and switch gear.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and test I&C systems including DCS, PLC, and SCADA.

• Ability to independently evaluate, select, and apply engineering and commissioning theory to solve complex problems.
• Ability to create procedures and train users for safe and excellent operation and maintenance of equipment and associated systems installed with the project.
• Knowledge and/or experience in utility operations and application of utility trends.
• Strong understanding of mechanical equipment, electrical equipment, industrial instrumentation, and controls.
• Strong understanding of testing standards (IEEE, NETA, etc.), methods and their application.
• Skill in supervisory practices and supervising non‑exempt employees and contractors.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of various Microsoft applications.
• Reading electrical schematics & P&’s.
• Experience or exposure to NEC, NFPA 70E, knowledge in OSHA 10 & 30, NERC standards and compliance, MPSC Gas Code.

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical field with four or more years of experience.
• Associate’s degree in a scientific or technical field with six or more years of experience.
• High school diploma or GED with eight or more years of experience.

• Experience level:
  Experienced.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree.

• Commissioning
• Testing
• Scheduling
• Instrumentation
• SCADA

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short‑term disability, and a 401(k) plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.