Electrical Lead

IREN; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Health insurance

Night-shift premium

Job summary

IREN is seeking an Electrical Lead to own and optimize electrical systems powering mission-critical data centers. You will influence safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment while supporting 24/7 uptime for large-scale AI compute infrastructure.

With a focus on leadership and technical depth, you will manage high-stakes decisions, oversee maintenance strategies, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliant, safe, and efficient

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician License required.
• Minimum 10 years of electrical experience, including leadership or senior technical authority roles.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems: power distribution, transformers, switchgear, and backup power systems.
• Experience with high-voltage operations and interpreting electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the site electrical authority for all power systems from interconnection to compute and cooling loads.
• Own electrical system performance, availability, and risk management.
• Establish site-level electrical strategies to support capacity growth and reliability.
• Lead and mentor the Electrical Maintenance Lead and teams.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA 70E, NERC, OSHA and safety programs.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

Team management

Reading schematics

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman or Master Electrician License

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Electrical drawings (one-lines)

Job description

Job Description

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IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, deliver large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN's vertically integrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and data centers in renewable-rich regions across the U.S. and Canada.

As the Electrical Lead, you’ll take ownership of the electrical systems that power next-generation, mission-critical data centers running at massive scale. This is a high-impact role where your expertise directly enables 24/7 uptime for advanced AI and high-performance compute infrastructure. You’ll solve complex electrical challenges, make real-time decisions when it matters most, and drive safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment where the stakes are high and the impact is visible. If you’re energized by responsibility, technical depth, and the opportunity to help shape the future of sustainable, high-performance compute, this role was built for you.

With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician License required.
• Minimum 10 years of electrical experience, including at least 4 years in leadership or senior technical authority role, preferably in industrial, utility, or mission-critical environments.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems, including power distribution, transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, protection systems, and backup power systems (generators, UPS, battery systems).
• Demonstrated experience working alongside or overseeing high-voltage operations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical one-lines, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with electrical testing, monitoring, and diagnostic tools.
• NFPA 70E certification required.
• OSHA 10 certification required (OSHA 30 preferred).
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-management capabilities.
• Exceptional troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
• Strong attention to detail with an unwavering commitment to safety.
• Ability to work in an industrial environment, including lifting up to 50 lbs, working in confined spaces, and performing tasks at elevated heights.

Other important requirements:

• Pre-employment screening, including background check and substance testing may be required according to company policies.
• Must provide own steel-toed work boots; other PPE will be supplied.
• Must be able to reliably commute to the work site daily or have plans to relocate before starting work.
• Must be comfortable working a rotational schedule, which includes day and night shifts as well as weekend work, based on project needs.
• Employees working night shifts will receive a 15% premium added to their hourly rate only for hours worked during night shifts.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the site electrical authority for all power systems, from utility interconnection and substations through distribution to compute and cooling loads.
• Own overall electrical system performance, availability, and risk management.
• Establish site-level electrical strategies to support capacity growth, reliability targets, and operational excellence.
• Lead and support the Electrical Maintenance Lead by providing technical guidance, prioritization, and mentorship.
• Provide direction and oversight to electrical teams to ensure alignment with site standards, safety expectations, and operational goals.
• Drive a strong safety culture through leadership, accountability, and example.
• Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies across all electrical systems.
• Review and approve maintenance plans, switching procedures, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) practices, and outage coordination activities.
• Act as the escalation point for complex electrical issues, failures, and incident response.
• Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders on substation operations, switching activities, and major maintenance events.
• Serve as the primary site liaison for utilities, OEMs, testing vendors, and third-party inspectors.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, and regulations (NEC, NFPA 70E, NERC, OSHA).
• Collaborate with engineering and construction teams on electrical upgrades, expansions, new equipment integration, and load growth planning.
• Review electrical designs, one-lines, and equipment specifications for constructability, safety, and operational risk.
• Support commissioning activities and the successful turnover of new electrical infrastructure into operations.
• Ensure strict adherence to all electrical safety programs, including arc flash mitigation and LOTO requirements.
• Review incident investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective action plans.
• Maintain oversight of documentation, CMMS data, maintenance records, and operational performance reporting.

Job Benefits

At IREN, we offer a comprehensive, market-competitive total rewards package designed to support employees’ well-being, career advancement, and financial wealth. Our offerings reflect our commitment to Proceed with Purpose while rewarding high performance and long-term growth.

Compensation

• The expected hourly rate is $55.00 USD.
  • Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications.
• Competitive wages with robust per diem and project allowance, when applicable
• 15% night-shift premium for eligible roles, when applicable
• Overtime compensation for non-exempt workers for hours worked over 40 per week
• Relocation and Living-out-allowance (as applicable and based on successful candidate circumstances)

Health & Wellness

• 100% company paid health insurance premiums(medical, dental, and vision)for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High-Deductible Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Retirement & Financial Wealth

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid professional development and access to financial planning and legal services

Time Off & Leave Programs

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training

Community & Culture

• Company events and team-building activities

We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you’re passionate about this role, we want to hear from you — whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!

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