Electrical Commissioning Lead - Data Center Projects

IREN; Childress (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Night shift premium

Job summary

IREN is seeking a Commissioning Superintendent – Electrical to lead the commissioning of electrical systems for data centers in Childress, Texas. You will oversee UPS, switchgear, PDUs, generators, and integration with mechanical systems, guiding teams through pre-functional testing to final handover.

The role requires a Journeyman Electrician license, 7+ years in electrical commissioning or construction management, and strong leadership, safety, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Valid Journeyman Electrician License.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, or related field experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical commissioning or construction management, including 3 years in data center or mission-critical facility projects.
• Familiarity with electrical infrastructure such as UPS systems, switchgear, PDUs, generators, and redundant power paths.
• Knowledge of commissioning standards and best practices (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE).
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, Primavera, MS Project, MS Office Suite).
• Strong leadership and communication skills to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning of electrical systems including UPS, switchgear, PDUs, generators, and emergency power systems.
• Collaborate with mechanical commissioning teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems with liquid cooling, HVAC, and Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Develop and execute commissioning plans, scripts, and schedules aligned with project milestones and client requirements.
• Supervise commissioning engineers, technicians, and subcontractors; assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Review electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, and specifications to validate design intent and identify potential issues.
• Conduct functional performance testing, load bank testing, and system reliability assessments.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, and OSHA standards throughout commissioning activities.
• Interface with project managers, design engineers, mechanical teams, and client stakeholders to coordinate commissioning efforts and resolve technical challenges.
• Maintain detailed documentation including test reports, issue logs, and as-built records for project handover.
• Support training of operations staff on electrical system functionality, maintenance, and emergency procedures.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Tools

Procore

Primavera

MS Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

IREN is seeking a Commissioning Superintendent – Electrical to lead the commissioning of electrical systems for data centers in Childress, Texas. You will oversee UPS, switchgear, PDUs, generators, and integration with mechanical systems, guiding teams through pre-functional testing to final handover.

The role requires a Journeyman Electrician license, 7+ years in electrical commissioning or construction management, and strong leadership, safety, and communication skills.