Commissioning Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning planning and execution, including project sequencing and schedule development
• Coordinate with Operations and Construction teams to align outage planning and commissioning activities
• Provide design feedback to ensure systems are ready for testing and energization
• Manage and oversee commissioning contractors, including scope, performance, and deliverables
• Direct testing and energization activities for substation and transmission assets
• Oversee project closeout, ensuring documentation is accurate and complete
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, balancing timelines, priorities, and risks
• Review contractor costs and support risk management and cost control efforts
• What You Bring
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience in substation engineering, commissioning, system protection, or construction
• Working knowledge of transmission and substation systems
• Strong planning, coordination, and execution skills
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment

Requirements

• Experience managing or overseeing contractors and vendors
• Background in protective relaying and protection schemes
• Familiarity with SCADA and communication systems
• Experience working in a regulated utility or infrastructure environment
• Why ATC
• Meaningful Impact. Your work directly supports the reliability of the electric grid and the communities we serve.
• Collaborative Culture. Partner with experienced professionals across engineering, construction, and operations.
• Growth & Development. Build your expertise on complex, high-visibility infrastructure projects.
• Purpose-Driven Work. Be part of a team committed to safety, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Flexible Schedules. ATC embraces flexibility in our work and our workplace. You are able to choose to work at home or in the office, depending on your schedule for the day and the needs of the business
• Number of Openings Available:
• 1
• Posting Date:
• 2026-06-03
• Time Type:
• Full time
• Equal Opportunity Employer:
• Applicants have rights under employment laws.
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Benefits

Additional Information

Summary of Responsibilities: At ATC, our work keeps the lights on for people and businesses in our community. As a Commissioning Engineer, you will play a critical role in bringing substation and transmission projects into service, ensuring equipment is properly installed, tested, and ready for safe energization. This role is ideal for a technically minded person who thrives in the field, enjoys coordinating across teams, and takes pride in delivering high-quality, safe, and reliable outcomes. If you're energized by hands-on execution and complex infrastructure, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact on the grid. This position will be assigned the territory of the southern half of Wisconsin, however, occasional travel throughout our footprint as needed to address emergent system needs is required. Essential Responsibilities:

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