Electrical QA/QC Specialist - Data Center Commissioning

Essel; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) and profit sharing

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Essel is seeking an Electrical QA/QC Support Specialist to ensure installations meet quality standards and regulatory requirements. You will work with project teams to implement QA/QC processes, conduct inspections, and rectify issues on critical facilities.

You will review FAT results, coordinate with vendors, and manage QA/QC documentation, ensuring proper LOTO, energization, and safe operations throughout commissioning and handoff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in electrical systems commissioning or QA/QC in data centers or critical facilities.
• Experience inspecting electrical installations to codes (IEEE, NEC, NFPA, NETA).
• Ability to document inspections and maintain QA/QC records accurately.
• Strong communication with project teams, vendors, and client reps.
• Willingness to travel to data center project sites as required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure electrical installations meet project specs, codes, and standards.
• Review FAT results and track open items with vendors and site teams.
• Conduct L1–L3 inspections, verify LOTO and energization readiness.
• Coordinate QA/QC documentation and test verification forms.
• Compile commissioning reports and turnover packages for handoff.
• Participate in commissioning meetings and risk assessment discussions.
• Support handoff from L3 to L4 and verify closeout deliverables.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Independent worker

Problem solving

Field inspections

Tools

Cx Alloy

Bluebeam

Procore

Excel

Job description

Essel is looking for Electrical QA/QC Support Specialist for a direct hire opportunity. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ensuring that electrical installations meet quality standards and comply with regulatory requirements. You will work closely with project teams to implement QA/QC processes and conduct inspections to identify and rectify any issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all electrical systems are installed, tested, and performing in accordance with project specifications, design intent, and applicable codes and standards.
• Review Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) results for major equipment and track closure of open or deferred items with vendors and site teams prior to functional testing.
• Conduct proactive inspections through L1–L3 phases to confirm proper handling, installation, and readiness of equipment such as switchgear, PDUs, UPS systems, transformers, and generators.
• Verify that pre-functional and startup testing (L3) are properly executed and documented by trade contractors, ensuring all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and energization activities are coordinated with the site Energy Marshal.
• Validate integration between electrical, mechanical, and control systems, and oversee corrective actions through retesting prior to handoff to commissioning.
• Prepare, maintain, and track QA/QC documentation—including inspection reports, checklists, MOPs, and test verification forms—within approved customer platforms.
• Compile and submit comprehensive commissioning reports and turnover packages that include test results, lessons learned, and as-built documentation.
• Coordinate daily with project managers, design engineers, contractors, and client representatives to align quality and commissioning activities with project milestones.
• Participate in commissioning meetings, site walkdowns, and coordination sessions to report progress and identify potential risks or delays.
• Communicate findings constructively and participate in coordination meetings to report QA/QC progress, readiness, and safety verification prior to energization.
• Perform field inspections to verify conformance with drawings, specifications, and best practices, emphasizing electrical safety and energization readiness.
• Identify and document non-conformances, recommend corrective actions, and support procedural improvements to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability.
• Support commissioning handoff from L3 to L4, coordinating documentation and verifying closeout deliverables.
• Collect and verify O&M manuals, training materials, warranties, and attic stock for turnover to operations.
• Assist in scheduling and pre-coordination of training for operations staff.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical systems commissioning, preferably in data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• Expertise in electrical distribution systems, including low, medium, and high-voltage equipment.
• Familiarity with industry standards and codes, such as IEEE, NEC, NFPA, and NETA.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes and industry standards.
• Proven experience in inspection and documentation processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Relevant certifications in QA/QC practices are a plus.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical system design, operation, and testing.
• Proficient in commissioning and project management software, such as Cx Alloy, Bluebeam, Procore, or similar platforms.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Regular travel to data center project sites.
• Ability to work in construction and industrial environments, including exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and confined spaces.
• May require extended hours during critical project phases.

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD/STD, Life-AD&D
• Retirement: 401(k), discretionary Pension & Profit sharing, subject to Plan documents
• 15 days paid time off (prorated based on start date) and 8 holidays