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Fervo Energy

Lead Electrical Commissioning Technician

Milford, UT; MilfordUnited States
Staff · Commissioning
POSTED 16 OCTVERIFIED 1D AGO
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About Fervo Energy

Fervo Energy (NASDAQ: FRVO) is a modern power company developing next-generation geothermal resources to meet the growing demand for affordable, reliable, 24/7 carbon-free energy. Our mission is to transform geothermal into America’s most dependable and affordable source of clean, around-the-clock power. By combining innovations in horizontal drilling, fiber-optic sensing, and advanced reservoir engineering, Fervo has developed a repeatable approach to building utility-scale enhanced geothermal systems. Our flagship Cape Station development in Utah is planned to deliver 500 MW of firm, carbon-free power, and we are advancing a development pipeline of more than 50 GW. Join us and work alongside world-class engineers, geoscientists, operators, project builders, and business leaders working to make geothermal a cornerstone of a more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy future.

Position Description

The Lead Electrical Commissioning Technician will play a key role in the commissioning of substation, surface facilities and transmission interconnections across Fervo’s portfolio of geothermal energy developments. The Lead Electrical Commissioning Technician will oversee field execution and management of contractors, commissioning timeline, documentation, and unit handovers. Ideally, the Lead Electrical Commissioning Technician position will have the ability to relocate to or reside at the project location in Milford, UT during commissioning efforts. This position reports to the Commissioning Manager. This is a hands-on, field-based role where strong leadership, technical expertise, and a collaborative mindset are essential. You will be a core contributor to successful plant startups and long-term performance.

Responsibilities

Commissioning Execution & Field Leadership

Lead on-site commissioning activities for geothermal production facilities, substations, transmission interconnections, and power plant systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and timely energization and turnover

Operate within Fervo’s hybrid commissioning model by coordinating internal team members, contractors, specialized vendors, and O&M technicians to achieve integrated system readiness

Coordinate commissioning scopes across engineering, construction, ORC providers, vendors, utilities, and O&M teams through daily field meetings and structured progress tracking

Represent commissioning during project readiness reviews, energization planning, and performance acceptance testing

Manage, coach, mentor, and advise Fervo employees on commissioning execution, standards, and best practices

Electrical Testing, Startup & System Integration

Lead functional testing, startup, and performance verification of electrical systems, substations, switchgear, transmission interconnections, and associated equipment

Support energization activities and ensure electrical systems are commissioned in accordance with design requirements and applicable standards

Verify system integration between electrical, control, and plant operating systems

Coordinate testing activities with utilities, vendors, and engineering teams to ensure successful grid interconnection and operational readiness

Support system performance validation and reliability testing during startup and early operations

Contractor, Vendor & Cross-Functional Coordination

Coordinate with contractors, vendors, engineering, construction, and operations teams to resolve commissioning issues and maintain schedule alignment

Lead troubleshooting efforts during commissioning and early operations, coordinating with vendors and engineering teams to resolve technical issues and warranty items

Support third-party commissioning scopes and vendor activities within hybrid teams consisting of internal and external resources

Foster strong communication and collaboration across project stakeholders to ensure safe and successful project execution

Quality, Safety & Documentation

Enforce quality, safety, and environmental standards from pre-commissioning through final handover

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