# Manager, Engineering

**Company:** [xAI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/xai)
**Location:** Southaven, MS
**Role:** Hardware Engineering
**Experience:** 10+ years
**Skills:** Power Generation, Gas Turbines, Reciprocating Engines, Combined-Cycle Power Plants, Battery Storage, Fuel Cells, Hybrid Systems, Project Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
**Posted:** 2026-05-29

> Lead the engineering, design, and optimization of large-scale power generation systems for AI superclusters. Own the technical strategy for reliable, high-capacity power infrastructure and manage a team of engineers.

## Job Description

## ABOUT THE ROLE:
As the Power Generation Engineering Manager at xAI, you will lead the engineering, design, and optimization of large-scale power generation systems to power our next-generation AI superclusters. You will own the technical strategy for reliable, high-capacity power infrastructure — from gas turbines and combined-cycle plants to emerging technologies — ensuring uninterrupted power for our mission-critical AI training facilities.

## RESPONSIBILITIES:

*   Lead the engineering design, specification, procurement, and commissioning of large-scale power generation systems (50MW+)
*   Develop and optimize power generation strategies focused on maximum reliability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness for 24/7 AI workloads
*   Manage and grow a team of power generation, mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers
*   Partner closely with Site Selection, Construction, Operations, and Utilities teams on new data center campuses
*   Evaluate and implement technologies including natural gas turbines, reciprocating engines, battery storage, fuel cells, and hybrid systems
*   Ensure all systems meet N+2 or higher redundancy, availability, and safety standards
*   Oversee technical due diligence for utility interconnects, power purchase agreements, and behind-the-meter generation
*   Drive performance improvements in efficiency, emissions, and operational flexibility
*   Stay current on regulatory, environmental, and grid compliance requirements

## BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

*   Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or related field
*   10+ years of experience in power generation engineering and project delivery
*   4+ years of people management or technical leadership experience
*   Deep expertise in gas turbine, reciprocating engine, or combined-cycle power plant design and operation
*   Proven success delivering large-scale power projects on time and on budget

## PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

*   Experience supporting hyperscale data centers or AI infrastructure
*   Background working with EPC contractors, major OEMs (GE, Siemens, Wärtsilä, etc.), and utilities
*   Knowledge of energy markets, fuel supply chains, microgrids, and emerging technologies (e.g., hydrogen-ready systems)
*   Professional Engineer (PE) license or advanced degree
*   Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills

## ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

*   Ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and make high-impact technical decisions
*   Willingness to travel to xAI sites as needed
*   Passion for building infrastructure at unprecedented scale to advance AI

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