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Senior Data Center Commissioning Specialist - Electrical
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced, rigorous, and highly traveled Senior Data Center Commissioning Specialist - Electrical to lead on-site commissioning activities for state-of-the-art data center facilities. In this role, you will spearhead all electrical commissioning operations-spanning equipment start-ups, QA/QC validations, and rigorous Level 4 (L4) and Level 5 (L5) functional performance testing-while overseeing and supporting contractor L0-L3 construction checkouts.
This is a critical, highly mobile engineering role for a commissioning expert who excels at client collaboration and electrical reliability. You will interface directly with project owners, trade contractors, and stakeholders to ensure every electrical power system, standby generator, UPS, switchgear, and life safety component operates at peak safety, efficiency, and design intent. If you possess deep expertise in mission-critical electrical commissioning, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Commissioning Execution & Testing Leadership
L4 & L5 Testing Leadership: Lead, execute, and document advanced Level 4 (Component/System Functional Testing) and Level 5 (Integrated Systems / Operational Readiness Testing) electrical commissioning activities.
L0-L3 Oversight: Oversee, inspect, and support contractor-driven L0 through L3 construction checkouts, ensuring robust quality control, pre-functional verification, and installation integrity.
Equipment Start-Up: Direct and monitor the safe energization, testing, and start-up of complex electrical power distribution equipment (e.g., medium/low-voltage switchgear, transformers, UPS units, generators, and power quality meters).
Deficiency Tracking & Resolution: Identify, document, and track commissioning issues and punch-list items through to complete resolution, ensuring seamless handover to operations teams.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Compliance
Client & Contractor Interface: Act as the primary technical representative interfacing with company clients, project stakeholders, and electrical contractors to drive optimal facility outcomes.
Code & Standard Adherence: Ensure all electrical installations, testing protocols, and safety practices strictly comply with NFPA codes, NETA standards, NICET guidelines, and local regulations.
Documentation & Reporting: Prepare accurate commissioning scripts, logs, and final turnover reports documenting electrical system performance against owner project requirements (OPR).
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Sciences, or a related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and progressive field experience).
Experience Baseline:
oMinimum of 10 years of progressive professional experience as an electrical commissioning specialist across utility infrastructure, life safety, electrical power systems, low-voltage systems, and facility operations.
oMinimum of 2-3 years of focused, hands-on experience documenting L2/L3 construction activities and leading L4/L5 functional testing specifically within Data Center environments.
Technical Mastery:
oWorking knowledge of NFPA, NETA, and NICET electrical testing protocols and code requirements.
oSolid understanding of the commercial/mission-critical construction lifecycle.
Regulatory & Mobility Requirements:
oU.S. Citizenship is strictly required for security clearance and facility access.
oMust be able to successfully clear a comprehensive background check.
oAbility to travel up to 95% to active data center job sites nationwide.
Core Competencies: Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills; ability to manage complex site dynamics and drive consensus among multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred Attributes
Industry-recognized commissioning certifications (e.g., BCxA, CxA, or equivalent).
Specialized certifications: NFPA 70E, IR Thermography Level 1 or Level 2, AWS/L4 lead certification, or OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
Direct experience utilizing Power Quality Meters (PQMs) and conducting advanced electrical harmonic and load transient analysis.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans
The Know Your Rights poster is available here:
_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf
The pay transparency policy is available here:
_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AllSTEM Connections is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.
AllSTEM Connections participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf
We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Additional Skills
(none specified)
AllSTEM Representative Contact Info
Account Executive:
Perry
Branch Phone:
Location:
Houston, TX
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced, rigorous, and highly traveled Senior Data Center Commissioning Specialist - Electrical to lead on-site commissioning activities for state-of-the-art data center facilities. In this role, you will spearhead all electrical commissioning operations-spanning equipment start-ups, QA/QC validations, and rigorous Level 4 (L4) and Level 5 (L5) functional performance testing-while overseeing and supporting contractor L0-L3 construction checkouts.
This is a critical, highly mobile engineering role for a commissioning expert who excels at client collaboration and electrical reliability. You will interface directly with project owners, trade contractors, and stakeholders to ensure every electrical power system, standby generator, UPS, switchgear, and life safety component operates at peak safety, efficiency, and design intent. If you possess deep expertise in mission-critical electrical commissioning, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Commissioning Execution & Testing Leadership
L4 & L5 Testing Leadership: Lead, execute, and document advanced Level 4 (Component/System Functional Testing) and Level 5 (Integrated Systems / Operational Readiness Testing) electrical commissioning activities.
L0-L3 Oversight: Oversee, inspect, and support contractor-driven L0 through L3 construction checkouts, ensuring robust quality control, pre-functional verification, and installation integrity.
Equipment Start-Up: Direct and monitor the safe energization, testing, and start-up of complex electrical power distribution equipment (e.g., medium/low-voltage switchgear, transformers, UPS units, generators, and power quality meters).
Deficiency Tracking & Resolution: Identify, document, and track commissioning issues and punch-list items through to complete resolution, ensuring seamless handover to operations teams.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Compliance
Client & Contractor Interface: Act as the primary technical representative interfacing with company clients, project stakeholders, and electrical contractors to drive optimal facility outcomes.
Code & Standard Adherence: Ensure all electrical installations, testing protocols, and safety practices strictly comply with NFPA codes, NETA standards, NICET guidelines, and local regulations.
Documentation & Reporting: Prepare accurate commissioning scripts, logs, and final turnover reports documenting electrical system performance against owner project requirements (OPR).
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Building Sciences, or a related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and progressive field experience).
Experience Baseline:
oMinimum of 10 years of progressive professional experience as an electrical commissioning specialist across utility infrastructure, life safety, electrical power systems, low-voltage systems, and facility operations.
oMinimum of 2-3 years of focused, hands-on experience documenting L2/L3 construction activities and leading L4/L5 functional testing specifically within Data Center environments.
Technical Mastery:
oWorking knowledge of NFPA, NETA, and NICET electrical testing protocols and code requirements.
oSolid understanding of the commercial/mission-critical construction lifecycle.
Regulatory & Mobility Requirements:
oU.S. Citizenship is strictly required for security clearance and facility access.
oMust be able to successfully clear a comprehensive background check.
oAbility to travel up to 95% to active data center job sites nationwide.
Core Competencies: Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills; ability to manage complex site dynamics and drive consensus among multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred Attributes
Industry-recognized commissioning certifications (e.g., BCxA, CxA, or equivalent).
Specialized certifications: NFPA 70E, IR Thermography Level 1 or Level 2, AWS/L4 lead certification, or OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
Direct experience utilizing Power Quality Meters (PQMs) and conducting advanced electrical harmonic and load transient analysis.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans
The Know Your Rights poster is available here:
_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf
The pay transparency policy is available here:
_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AllSTEM Connections is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.
AllSTEM Connections participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf
We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Additional Skills
(none specified)
AllSTEM Representative Contact Info
Account Executive:
Perry
Branch Phone:
Location:
Houston, TX