Electrical Commissioning Technician

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Norway; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking experienced Electrical Commissioning Technicians to support the commissioning of a major hyperscale data centre in Northern Norway. You will join an established team focused on Level 1 to 3 commissioning of critical electrical infrastructure, power distribution, UPS, generators and related equipment.

Ideal candidates have hands-on commissioning experience in data centres, strong knowledge of LV/MV systems, and proficiency with commissioning documentation and BMS

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering L1-L3 electrical commissioning on data centre or critical infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of LV/MV distribution, switchgear, UPS, generators and protection systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and commissioning procedures; experience with inspections and testing.

Responsibilities

• Carry out L1-L3 electrical commissioning activities per approved plans and procedures.
• Review FAT docs, electrical drawings, submittals and commissioning requirements (L1).
• Perform inspections, walkdowns, equipment verification and checklists (L2).
• Support start-up, pre‑functional checks and functional testing (L3).
• Test LV/MV switchgear, distribution boards, transformers and protection systems.
• Assist with generator, UPS, ATS commissioning and power transfer verification.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to resolve issues and maintain records.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

LV/MV distribution

Switchgear knowledge

Equipment testing

Vendor coordination

CxPlanner usage

Tools

CxPlanner

Job description

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting experienced Electrical Commissioning Technicians to support the commissioning of a major hyperscale data centre development in Northern Norway.

The successful candidates will join an established commissioning team, focusing on Level 1-3 (L1-L3) commissioning of critical electrical infrastructure, power distribution systems and associated equipment.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced, hands‑on commissioning professionals looking to work on a large‑scale mission‑critical project.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out L1-L3 electrical commissioning activities in accordance with approved commissioning plans and procedures.
• Review FAT documentation, electrical drawings, technical submittals and commissioning requirements (L1).
• Complete electrical installation inspections, walkdowns, equipment verification and associated checklists (L2).
• Support equipment start-up, pre-functional checks and functional testing of electrical systems (L3).
• Test and verify LV/MV switchgear, distribution boards, transformers, circuit breakers and associated protection systems.
• Support commissioning of UPS systems, batteries, ATS and electrical transfer arrangements.
• Assist with generator commissioning, load-bank testing and power transfer verification.
• Verify electrical protection, interlocks, alarms and control sequences.
• Work alongside BMS teams to support point‑to‑point testing, alarm verification and system integration.
• Identify, record and track defects, outstanding works and commissioning punch‑list items.
• Maintain commissioning records, test scripts, checklists and supporting evidence using CxPlanner.
• Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors and engineers to resolve electrical commissioning issues.
• Provide daily progress updates and participate in commissioning coordination meetings.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Electrical Commissioning Technician, Engineer or equivalent.
• Demonstrable hands‑on experience delivering L1-L3 electrical commissioning.
• Strong technical knowledge of LV/MV electrical distribution systems, switchgear, UPS, generators and associated infrastructure.
• Previous commissioning experience on data centres or comparable critical environments.
• Experience with electrical inspections, functional testing, equipment start‑up and fault finding.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, single‑line diagrams and commissioning procedures.
• Familiarity with CxPlanner or equivalent commissioning management software.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and coordinate with vendors and subcontractors.
• EU passport required.
• Availability to work the 19/9 rotation in Northern Norway.

Desirable Experience

• Previous hyperscale data centre commissioning experience.
• Experience testing UPS systems, generators, ATS, protection relays and LV/MV switchgear.
• Knowledge of BMS integration, electrical controls and system interlocks.
• Experience supporting vendor testing and commissioning activities.
• Background in pharmaceutical, nuclear or other large-scale industrial commissioning environments