Commissioning Electrical Lead (Data Center Infrastructure)This is a full-time, full-time (40 hours/week), on-site contract role located in New York
SummaryThis role is a senior-level Commissioning Electrical Lead position focused on end-to-end commissioning of high-voltage, medium-voltage, and low-voltage electrical systems within hyperscale data center environments.
You will act as the Owner's Commissioning Lead across multiple projects, overseeing all commissioning phases (Level 1-5) from pre-functional testing through final system handover. The role requires deep technical expertise in electrical infrastructure including HV/MV distribution, UPS systems, generators, switchgear, EPMS, and related controls.
You will coordinate closely with general contractors, commissioning agents, engineers, and OEM vendors to ensure all systems are fully tested, validated, and ready for operational service in high-density compute environments.
Our Ideal Candidate - 5+ years of experience in mission-critical or hyperscale data center commissioning
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
- Strong background in electrical systems commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting
- Deep understanding of HV/MV/LV systems including switchgear, transformers, UPS, ATS, and generators
- Familiarity with NETA testing standards and ASHRAE or BCxA commissioning guidelines preferred
- Experience working across complex stakeholder environments (GCs, OEMs, consultants, owners)
- Strong organizational, communication, and on-site leadership skills
- Ability to assess, validate, and troubleshoot electrical systems at a high technical level
Preferred qualifications include: - Experience with EPMS, PLC-based controls, and integrated electrical/mechanical systems
- Background in hyperscale or mission-critical data center environments
- Electrical Engineering degree (BSc/MSc) preferred
Responsibilities - Review and validate commissioning plans, testing procedures, and verification documentation
- Coordinate with commissioning agents and engineers to execute HV/MV/LV system testing programs
- Ensure all electrical systems meet design intent and operational requirements
- Monitor and maintain commissioning records, issue logs, test results, and reports
- Conduct site inspections, enforce safety protocols, and track commissioning progress
- Diagnose and resolve technical issues during startup and functional testing
- Oversee commissioning of generators, UPS systems, switchgear, transformers, ATS/STS, EPMS, and related systems
- Validate control system integration and electrical/mechanical coordination where applicable
- Lead final system handover ensuring readiness for operational service
Compensation & Benefits - The base salary for this W-2 position ranges from $96.15 - $120.19 per hour, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, and location.
- Medical Coverage: Two United Healthcare plans (PPO and HDHP with HSA), with employer contributions toward premiums; coverage begins the 1st of the month after 60 days of employment
- Dental & Vision: United Healthcare dental with 100% preventive care coverage and vision benefits for exams, frames, lenses, or contacts
- Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling plus additional wellness and care navigation resources
- Retirement & Savings: 401(k) eligible after 30 days with automatic 6% enrollment (opt-out available), 1% annual increases up to 10%, plus HSA with up to $480 employer contribution
- Voluntary Benefits: Employee-paid accident insurance and critical illness coverage for major health events
Flux Resources values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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