Electrical Commissioning Specialist : 202835

HKA Enterprises, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises, Inc. seeks an experienced Electrical Commissioning Lead for data center projects in Arlington, VA. The role entails leading QA/QC and functional performance testing, coordinating start-up activities, and delivering owner-side L4-L5 commissioning responsibilities.

Travel up to 95% is expected; requires 10+ years, bachelor's, NFPA/NETA/NICET knowledge, ability to work onsite, and US work authorization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience as an electrical commissioning specialist in data centers and related systems.
• 2-3 years of focused experience as an electrical commissioning specialist documenting L2/L3 activities and leading L4/L5 testing for data center commissioning.
• Working knowledge of NFPA, NETA, and NICET electrical testing and code requirements.
• Understanding of the construction process.
• US Citizenship
• Must be able to clear a background check
• Ability to travel up to 95%

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform electrical commissioning activities on data center projects, including QA/QC and functional performance testing.
• Start up equipment and systems and confirm a safe, functional environment that meets design requirements and stakeholder expectations.
• Own the owner's L4-L5 data center commissioning while overseeing and supporting L0-L3 commissioning activities.
• Work directly with clients, project stakeholders, and contractors to reach the best outcome for the owner, focused on operational performance and efficiency.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

QA/QC testing

Functional testing

L4/L5 commissioning

Client coordination

Data center experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

NFPA standards

NETA/NICET knowledge

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

PAY: $60.00/hr - $80.00/hr DOE

LOCATION: Arlington, VA 22201

WORK ARRANGEMENT / WORK TYPE: Onsite

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Why This Opportunity

This role leads and performs electrical commissioning on data center projects, from QA/QC and functional performance testing through equipment and system start-up. It carries owner-side L4-L5 commissioning responsibility while overseeing and supporting L0-L3 activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and perform electrical commissioning activities on data center projects, including QA/QC and functional performance testing.
• Start up equipment and systems and confirm a safe, functional environment that meets design requirements and stakeholder expectations.
• Own the owner's L4-L5 data center commissioning while overseeing and supporting L0-L3 commissioning activities.
• Work directly with clients, project stakeholders, and contractors to reach the best outcome for the owner, focused on operational performance and efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience
• 10+ years of progressive experience as an electrical commissioning specialist in activities such as utility infrastructure, life safety, electrical power systems, low voltage systems, building and facility systems and components, and facility O&M
• 2-3 years of focused experience as an electrical commissioning specialist documenting L2/L3 activities and leading L4/L5 testing for data center commissioning
• Working knowledge of NFPA, NETA, and NICET electrical testing and code requirements
• Understanding of the construction process
• US Citizenship
• Must be able to clear a background check
• Ability to travel up to 95%

Preferred Qualifications

• Residence in the Washington DC or Northern Virginia metro area; expenses will be considered for the right candidate
• Industry-recognized commissioning certification
• IR thermography Level 1 or Level 2 certification
• AWS or similar L4 lead certification
• NFPA 70E certification
• OSHA 10 (minimum); OSHA 30 preferred
• Experience with PQMs

Work Environment

• Work is performed onsite at data center project sites.
• Travel up to 95% is required.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.