Data Center Electrical Start-Up & Commissioning Lead

Jacobs; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Job summary

Jacobs seeks an Electrical Start-Up/Commissioning Specialist to lead energization, commissioning and site inspections for data center projects. You’ll develop start-up plans, oversee documentation, and execute procedures for electrical and utility systems across hyperscale to enterprise facilities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), 5+ years in data center commissioning, and travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years of Start-Up and Commissioning experience in the data center industry or mission-critical facilities.
• Understanding of data center electrical systems and power reliability requirements.
• Understanding of industry standards and best practices for electrical commissioning.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel and work at various clients' locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project Start-Up and Commissioning Plan and execution strategies.
• Assist with system Start-Up and Commissioning Plans for all electrical systems.
• Assist with generating and executing Start-Up and Commissioning documents according to industry best practices.
• Assist with startup of electrical equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Facilitate meetings for the start-up Team.
• Maintain action item lists.
• Maintain engineering change control logs.
• Provide technical assistance and input.
• Coordination of OEM Service technicians as needed.
• Coordination with construction management firm as needed.
• Apply engineering knowledge of, and experience with, medium voltage switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, automatic transfer switches, power distribution units, battery systems, instrumentation, controls, and electrical protection systems to support clients.

Skills

Start-Up/Commissioning

Travel readiness

Electrical systems knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jacobs seeks an Electrical Start-Up/Commissioning Specialist to lead energization, commissioning and site inspections for data center projects. You’ll develop start-up plans, oversee documentation, and execute procedures for electrical and utility systems across hyperscale to enterprise facilities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), 5+ years in data center commissioning, and travel to client sites.