Senior Substation Commissioning Technician

Your Job

DEPCOM Power, a Koch Industries company, is looking to add a Commissioning Technician to join their expanding team.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in delivering commissioning support for both upcoming and ongoing solar plant projects.

Your responsibilities will include providing hands-on equipment testing, and commissioning of substation equipment, relays, assisting the SCADA team and ensuring a smooth commissioning process.

You will also be doing NETA and NERC testing for outside customers.

Join us in this exciting opportunity to be a part of a rapidly growing company in the ever-evolving renewables and electrical industry.

This role requires up to 80% travel to project sites which will, at times, include weekends and holidays.

Our Team

At DEPCOM Power, we design, build and operate some of the largest and most efficient solar plants for leading utility companies and asset owners.

Our superior capabilities are continuously expanding to provide enhanced energy solutions across the broader energy industry sector.

As part of Koch Engineered Solutions, and with locations across the United States, we are looking for ambitious and entrepreneurial-spirited professionals to join us on our growth journey to transform one of America's fastest growing energy sectors.

What You Will Do


* Perform commissioning and testing of substation and interconnect equipment


* Support SCADA team with system integration and troubleshooting


* Maintain accurate logs, checklists, and LOTO documentation


* Lead or assist in startup and energization of electrical systems


* Train subcontractors and vendors on safety protocols (e.g., LOTO, Energized Zone)


* Troubleshoot and resolve field issues, including method of procedure development


* Participate in daily/weekly progress meetings and maintain project documentation


* Manage small projects independently and lead field service teams on larger efforts


* Deliver timely service reports and communicate equipment performance insights


* Demonstrate and apply Koch's Guiding Principles in all work activities

Team Benefits:



* Guaranteed 40-hour base pay, eligible for overtime and travel premiums


* Career growth, mentorship and safety training


* Company vehicle, toolkit, and phone


* Continuing training in ever changing electrical environment

Project Site Requirements:



* Ability to work outdoors, exposed to the elements


* Will sit, stand, walk short distances, and climb stairs on an occasional basis


* Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry on a frequent basis; maximum of 50 lbs.

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* Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures


* May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis, to include kneeling or bending

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Willing and able to travel up to 80% and work weekends/holidays as needed


* Valid driver's license
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