Electrical Commissioning Lead - Data Center Specialist

Iris Energy; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

401(k) match

Relocation assistance

Job summary

IREN is seeking an Electrical Commissioning - Lead to support commissioning, testing, and verification of critical electrical systems for a liquid-cooled data center in Sweetwater, Texas. The role works with commissioning engineers, construction teams, and operations to ensure reliable, safe, and fully functional electrical infrastructure.

The candidate should have at least 5 years in electrical project management for data centers, deep knowledge of critical power systems, NFPA standards, and be

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical project management / supervision in data center or mission-critical environments.
• Experience with critical power systems: UPS, generators, switchgear, PDUs, ATS.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC) and NFPA 70E safety standards.
• OSHA-30 certification (or within 6 months).
• Familiarity with data center redundancy (N, N+1, 2N).
• Experience with commissioning test procedures (FAT, SAT, IST).
• Experience with load bank testing for generators/UPS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in commissioning and start-up of electrical systems (MV/LV switchgear, UPS, batteries, PDUs, busway, ATS).
• Execute FAT, SAT, IST and document results.
• Perform functional testing and troubleshooting of distribution systems.
• Coordinate IST with mechanical and controls for liquid cooling infra.
• Verify installation against drawings and submittals.
• Support energization procedures and system validation.
• Collaborate with mechanical teams to integrate liquid cooling with electrical infrastructure.
• Document deficiencies and support retesting.
• Maintain commissioning records and reports.
• Follow safety procedures including LOTO and energy management.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Project management

Troubleshooting

NFPA knowledge

OSHA-30

Data center experience

PLC familiarity

CxAlloy/BlueRithm

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CxAlloy

BlueRithm

Schneider Modicon

Job description

IREN is seeking an Electrical Commissioning - Lead to support commissioning, testing, and verification of critical electrical systems for a liquid-cooled data center in Sweetwater, Texas. The role works with commissioning engineers, construction teams, and operations to ensure reliable, safe, and fully functional electrical infrastructure.

The candidate should have at least 5 years in electrical project management for data centers, deep knowledge of critical power systems, NFPA standards, and be