# Sr. Electrical Commissioning Technician

**Company:** [xAI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/xai)
**Location:** Memphis, TN, Southaven, MS
**Role:** Hardware Engineering
**Experience:** 3+ years
**Skills:** Switchgear, Transformers, Ups Systems, Generators, Pdus, Meggers, Multimeters, Relay Test Sets, Power Quality Analyzers, Plc, Scada, Nec, Nfpa 70E, Neta, Osha
**Posted:** 2026-05-04

> Leads electrical commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of power systems (switchgear, UPS, generators) in xAI data centers. Requires 3+ years experience with electrical systems up to 480V, test equipment, codes, and safety protocols; onsite with travel.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Execute electrical commissioning activities for medium and low voltage power distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, and associated controls in data center environments.
- Perform point-to-point wiring checks, functional testing, calibration, and system integration verification.
- Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues during pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup phases.
- Develop and execute detailed commissioning test procedures, scripts, and documentation in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
- Collaborate with EPC contractors, OEM vendors, and xAI engineers to coordinate energization sequences and integrated system testing.
- Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, LOTO procedures, and quality standards during all commissioning activities.
- Maintain accurate as-built documentation, test records, and commissioning reports.
- Support training of operations and maintenance teams on commissioned electrical systems.
- Participate in constructability reviews and provide field feedback to improve design and installation quality.

## Basic Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on electrical commissioning or field technician experience in data centers, power plants, or large industrial facilities.
- Strong working knowledge of electrical systems up to 480V (medium voltage experience preferred), including switchgear, motor control centers, variable frequency drives, and protective relaying.
- Experience with commissioning test equipment (meggers, multimeters, relay test sets, power quality analyzers, etc.).
- Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (**NEC**, **NFPA 70E**, **IEEE**, **NETA**).
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and one-line diagrams.
- Strong safety mindset with current **OSHA 10/30** or equivalent training.
- Willingness to work extended hours, nights, and weekends during critical commissioning windows.

## Preferred Skills and Experience
- Prior commissioning experience on hyperscale data center projects or mission-critical facilities.
- **NETA** certification (Level II or higher) or equivalent (e.g., **NICET**, Journeyman Electrician license).
- Experience with data center power infrastructure including redundant UPS, generators, and busway systems.
- Knowledge of **PLC**/controls troubleshooting and **SCADA** systems.
- Proficiency with commissioning management software (e.g., **CxPro**, **Procore**, or similar).
- Technical degree or trade school certification in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field.

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