Energy Jobline ZR
Commissioning Manager in Auburn Hills
Energy Jobline ZR, Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States, 48326
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Field Service Engineering (FSE) - Commissioning Manager ESS Location : Nationwide (70–80% travel predominantly across U.S., with possible assignment in rest of Americas)
Department : ESS/Services
Reports To : Head of ESS/Services
Position Summary The FSE Commissioning Manager ESS is a hands‑on, field‑based role responsible for performing the installation verification, energization, testing, and troubleshooting of Samsung SDI America (SDIA)’s Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) — including the new Samsung SDI Battery Box (SBB), a containerized, modular solution designed for commercial, industrial, and utility‑scale applications. This role works directly at customer sites to ensure systems are installed and commissioned safely, correctly, and on schedule. The role performs functional testing, interfaces with customer and vendor technicians, and validates system performance in collaboration with project managers, customer service engineers, and HQ design teams, while ensuring a cross‑customers / sites schedule planning and coordination.
Key Responsibilities Safety & Compliance
Perform all BESS commissioning activities in accordance with Samsung SDI safety procedures, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and site‑specific requirements.
Contribute to the safe energization and high‑voltage operations of the BESS power line‑ups, coordinating with site safety personnel and contractors.
Commissioning & Technical Execution
Perform on‑site commissioning, BESS setup and configuration, energization, and verification of battery racks, BMS, PCS, HVAC, and fire‑suppression systems.
Test and validate safety interlock and emergency systems (E‑Stops, fire suppression, HVAC shutdown, gas detection) to verify readiness and compliance.
Execute electrical and controls testing.
Physically inspect and validate electrical terminations, cabinet wiring, and sensor installations prior to energization.
Operate test equipment (multimeters, megohmmeters, oscilloscopes) to verify insulation, grounding, and signal continuity.
Download, analyze, and interpret BMS and PCS log data to confirm performance and troubleshoot issues.
Verify communication and interoperability between BMS/PCS and site SCADA/EMS systems (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850).
Project Coordination
Serve as the primary on‑site technical representative, communicating daily with customer, vendor, and contractor teams.
Provide leadership, direction and oversight for SDI’s subcontractors dispatched on the commissioning site.
Coordinate site activities and align with project schedules to ensure timely completion of commissioning milestones.
Provide clear daily status updates and milestone reports to Project Managers and Customer Service Engineers.
Assist the Project Manager to track the activity falling into the Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship obligations.
Coordinate with the After‑Sales Operations for Commissioning Spare Parts usage and supply.
Hands over the project to the After Sales Service team with formal delivery of project close‑out documentation, inclusive of negotiated punch list.
Testing, Data & Documentation
Participate in final site acceptance test and project start‑up, serving as technical direction to customers.
Collect, review, and analyze system test data to verify compliance with performance requirements.
Create detailed daily field reports, test records, punch lists, and closeout documentation.
Use data‑logging or visualization tools to monitor commissioning KPIs (voltage, temperature, SOC, communication latency).
Maintain version control for test scripts, configuration parameters, and firmware revisions per QA standards.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work with SDI BESS design authorities and product quality experts to resolve field issues and provide detailed technical feedback.
Participate in Final Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) and support customer witness testing.
Continuous Improvement & Training
Capture and document lessons learned from field activities to enhance SDIA’s commissioning standards and processes.
Provide structured field‑to‑R&D feedback to improve reliability and commissioning efficiency.
Contribute to on‑the‑job training of service contractors hired in support of the commissioning tasks.
Required Skills, Qualifications & Certification
Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Energy, or related) or equivalent field experience.
3–5 years of hands‑on commissioning, testing, operations, or field support for electrical power, distribution, or control systems—preferably in lithium‑ion BESS, DC substations, or PCS.
Proven experience as the primary company representative at customer sites, managing on‑site communication and execution.
Strong knowledge of AC/DC electrical fundamentals, control systems, and network architectures.
Ability and willingness to travel 70–80% across the Americas. Valid driving license.
Demonstrated technical problem‑solving skills, independence, and proactive communication.
Highly skilled at self‑organization and priority management.
Familiarity with HVAC, fire‑suppression, and safety systems.
Proficiency with test instruments (multimeters, Megger, oscilloscopes) and basic hand tools (torque wrenches, screwdrivers).
Ability to interpret single‑line diagrams, schematics, and PLC logic.
Excellent written and verbal communication for daily reporting and coordination.
Prior battery‑storage commissioning experience strongly.
NFPA 70E, OSHA 10.
Skills, Qualification & Certifications
Programming or scripting familiarity (Python, VBA, or similar) and HMI/remote monitoring experience.
OSHA 30, CPR/First Aid.
Familiarity with IEEE, IEC, and UL commissioning standards.
EIT, PE, or PMP certification a plus.
Korean proficiency a plus.
Experience contributing to proposal or contract reviews.
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We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.
Field Service Engineering (FSE) - Commissioning Manager ESS Location : Nationwide (70–80% travel predominantly across U.S., with possible assignment in rest of Americas)
Department : ESS/Services
Reports To : Head of ESS/Services
Position Summary The FSE Commissioning Manager ESS is a hands‑on, field‑based role responsible for performing the installation verification, energization, testing, and troubleshooting of Samsung SDI America (SDIA)’s Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) — including the new Samsung SDI Battery Box (SBB), a containerized, modular solution designed for commercial, industrial, and utility‑scale applications. This role works directly at customer sites to ensure systems are installed and commissioned safely, correctly, and on schedule. The role performs functional testing, interfaces with customer and vendor technicians, and validates system performance in collaboration with project managers, customer service engineers, and HQ design teams, while ensuring a cross‑customers / sites schedule planning and coordination.
Key Responsibilities Safety & Compliance
Perform all BESS commissioning activities in accordance with Samsung SDI safety procedures, NFPA 70E, OSHA, and site‑specific requirements.
Contribute to the safe energization and high‑voltage operations of the BESS power line‑ups, coordinating with site safety personnel and contractors.
Commissioning & Technical Execution
Perform on‑site commissioning, BESS setup and configuration, energization, and verification of battery racks, BMS, PCS, HVAC, and fire‑suppression systems.
Test and validate safety interlock and emergency systems (E‑Stops, fire suppression, HVAC shutdown, gas detection) to verify readiness and compliance.
Execute electrical and controls testing.
Physically inspect and validate electrical terminations, cabinet wiring, and sensor installations prior to energization.
Operate test equipment (multimeters, megohmmeters, oscilloscopes) to verify insulation, grounding, and signal continuity.
Download, analyze, and interpret BMS and PCS log data to confirm performance and troubleshoot issues.
Verify communication and interoperability between BMS/PCS and site SCADA/EMS systems (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850).
Project Coordination
Serve as the primary on‑site technical representative, communicating daily with customer, vendor, and contractor teams.
Provide leadership, direction and oversight for SDI’s subcontractors dispatched on the commissioning site.
Coordinate site activities and align with project schedules to ensure timely completion of commissioning milestones.
Provide clear daily status updates and milestone reports to Project Managers and Customer Service Engineers.
Assist the Project Manager to track the activity falling into the Prevailing Wage and Apprenticeship obligations.
Coordinate with the After‑Sales Operations for Commissioning Spare Parts usage and supply.
Hands over the project to the After Sales Service team with formal delivery of project close‑out documentation, inclusive of negotiated punch list.
Testing, Data & Documentation
Participate in final site acceptance test and project start‑up, serving as technical direction to customers.
Collect, review, and analyze system test data to verify compliance with performance requirements.
Create detailed daily field reports, test records, punch lists, and closeout documentation.
Use data‑logging or visualization tools to monitor commissioning KPIs (voltage, temperature, SOC, communication latency).
Maintain version control for test scripts, configuration parameters, and firmware revisions per QA standards.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work with SDI BESS design authorities and product quality experts to resolve field issues and provide detailed technical feedback.
Participate in Final Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) and support customer witness testing.
Continuous Improvement & Training
Capture and document lessons learned from field activities to enhance SDIA’s commissioning standards and processes.
Provide structured field‑to‑R&D feedback to improve reliability and commissioning efficiency.
Contribute to on‑the‑job training of service contractors hired in support of the commissioning tasks.
Required Skills, Qualifications & Certification
Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Energy, or related) or equivalent field experience.
3–5 years of hands‑on commissioning, testing, operations, or field support for electrical power, distribution, or control systems—preferably in lithium‑ion BESS, DC substations, or PCS.
Proven experience as the primary company representative at customer sites, managing on‑site communication and execution.
Strong knowledge of AC/DC electrical fundamentals, control systems, and network architectures.
Ability and willingness to travel 70–80% across the Americas. Valid driving license.
Demonstrated technical problem‑solving skills, independence, and proactive communication.
Highly skilled at self‑organization and priority management.
Familiarity with HVAC, fire‑suppression, and safety systems.
Proficiency with test instruments (multimeters, Megger, oscilloscopes) and basic hand tools (torque wrenches, screwdrivers).
Ability to interpret single‑line diagrams, schematics, and PLC logic.
Excellent written and verbal communication for daily reporting and coordination.
Prior battery‑storage commissioning experience strongly.
NFPA 70E, OSHA 10.
Skills, Qualification & Certifications
Programming or scripting familiarity (Python, VBA, or similar) and HMI/remote monitoring experience.
OSHA 30, CPR/First Aid.
Familiarity with IEEE, IEC, and UL commissioning standards.
EIT, PE, or PMP certification a plus.
Korean proficiency a plus.
Experience contributing to proposal or contract reviews.
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