Job Overview:
Pay Range: $59.09hr - $63.31hr
Requirement/Must Have:
- Minimum 15-20 years of experience in electrical maintenance, commissioning, operations, or construction environments.
- Extensive experience working with LV, MV, and HV electrical systems.
- Proven experience with industrial power distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, substations, and protection systems.
- Demonstrated expertise in interpreting electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, protection schematics, wiring diagrams, and control schematics.
- Significant experience leading complex Lockout/Tagout programs and energy isolation activities.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to coordinate multiple contractor organizations simultaneously.
- Experience supporting installation, commissioning, start-up, or maintenance of large industrial facilities, power generation, transmission, or HVDC projects.
- Thorough understanding of electrical safety principles, hazardous energy control, and commissioning processes.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced project environments with high safety standards.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and manage the project LOTO program in compliance with applicable regulatory, client, and company requirements.
- Review and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, schematics, protection and control drawings, switching procedures, and commissioning documentation.
- Establish and validate safe energy isolation boundaries for HVDC converter station systems and associated auxiliary equipment.
- Coordinate complex LOTO activities involving multiple contractors, subcontractors, commissioning teams, and client representatives.
- Lead pre-job planning meetings and energy isolation reviews to ensure all affected parties understand the scope of work and isolation requirements.
- Verify lockout boundaries and isolation points for LV, MV, and HV electrical systems.
- Ensure proper application, documentation, tracking, and removal of locks, tags, grounds, and associated isolation devices.
- Interface closely with construction, commissioning, operations, maintenance, and safety personnel to support safe execution of work activities.
- Conduct field audits, inspections, and verification activities to ensure compliance with approved LOTO procedures.
- Lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex isolation conflicts, scheduling constraints, and system interface issues.
- Maintain LOTO logs, records, permits, and turnover documentation.
- Support energization and commissioning activities while ensuring effective management of personnel safety and system integrity.
- Provide mentoring, coaching, and technical guidance to contractors and project personnel regarding safe energy isolation practices.
- Participate in incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action development related to energy control activities.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with HVDC converter stations, transmission systems, or utility-scale power projects.
- Electrical Journeyman, Master Electrician, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related technical qualification.
- Certified LOTO, Electrical Safety, or High Voltage Switching credentials.
- Knowledge of commissioning management systems and permit-to-work processes.
- Familiarity with NFPA 70E, OSHA requirements, and utility industry safe work practices.
Skills:
- Lockout/Tagout Program Management.
- Electrical Isolation Planning.
- HV/MV/LV Systems Expertise.
- Electrical Drawing Interpretation.
- Contractor Coordination.
- Commissioning and Start-Up Support.
- Permit-to-Work Systems.
- Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification.
- Leadership and Team Coordination.
- Incident Prevention and Safety Compliance.
Qualification And Education:
- Minimum 15-20 years of experience in electrical maintenance, commissioning, operations, or construction environments.
- Extensive experience working with LV, MV, and HV electrical systems.
- Proven experience with industrial power distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, motor control centers, substations, and protection systems.
Benefits:
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities
Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.
About Cynet Systems
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.
As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.