Commissioning Manager

Energy Dome is an innovative company operating in the utility-scale energy storage sector. We design and deliver large-scale infrastructure projects supporting the global energy transition.

As we scale internationally, we are strengthening our execution capabilities and are looking for a Commissioning Manager to lead the commissioning and startup of our plants across multiple geographies.

Role Overview

The Commissioning Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing commissioning activities for Energy Dome's industrial-scale energy plants.

This is a highly operational role requiring strong on-site presence, technical depth, and structured execution capability. The position is based in Milan, with very frequent international travel during project execution phases.

You will ensure that plants are safely commissioned, tested, validated, and handed over according to contractual performance guarantees.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop commissioning plans, procedures, and schedules aligned with overall project timelines.
• Define commissioning philosophy from early engineering phases.
• Ensure commissioning requirements are embedded into design and procurement.

Site Execution & Coordination

• Lead on-site commissioning activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, process, automation).
• Supervise pre-commissioning, cold and hot commissioning, functional testing, and system integration.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards at all times.

Technical Oversight

• Review technical documentation, P&IDs, control logic, and system configurations.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues during startup.
• Oversee performance testing and ensure contractual KPIs are achieved.

Interface Management

• Act as key interface between engineering, construction, and operations teams.
• Support Project Directors in resolving site technical challenges.
• Interface with clients during testing and handover phases.

Documentation & Handover

• Ensure proper recording of commissioning activities.
• Validate test reports and as-built documentation.
• Support final handover to client or operations teams.

Required Experience & Background

• 8–12+ years of experience in commissioning industrial plants, power generation facilities, or complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong EPC background.
• Hands‑on experience in plant startup and troubleshooting.
• Proven experience coordinating subcontractors and site teams.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and control systems integration.
• Availability for very frequent international travel.
• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, or related field).
• Strong technical problem‑solving skills.
• Structured and methodical approach.
• High resilience under pressure.
• Clear communication across technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ownership mindset and accountability.

What We Offer

• Real technical ownership
• You won't just supervise tests—you'll lead the startup of cutting‑edge energy infrastructure projects that are critical to the energy transition.
• A competitive compensation package aligned with experience and responsibility, including fixed base salary (market‑aligned for senior commissioning professionals), performance‑based variable compensation, stock options in Energy Dome and specific travel and site allowances during assignment periods

Energy Dome is an equal opportunity employer.

We evaluate all applicants based on merit, skills, and potential, without discrimination based on race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, or any other protected characteristic.