HV Transmission & Distribution Build Engineer – On-Site

Xai; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceXAI is seeking an Ops/Build Engineer to design, build, operate, and maintain electrical infrastructure for AI training campuses. Based in Memphis, TN, you will join a small on-site team to scale high-capacity power systems on a schedule driven by compute demand.

The role requires hands-on leadership, 5+ years HV experience, and a hands-on, safety-focused mindset. Travel up to 25% and on-site work in Memphis are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or 8+ years of substation field experience) in electrical/related engineering.
• 5+ years in substation commissioning, testing, build, or utility operations on HV systems.

Responsibilities

• Take HV assets from ground to load and ensure reliability in operation.
• Own substation energization plan: pre-energization checks, phasing verification, synchronization, and staged load ramp.
• Direct NETA acceptance testing on breakers, transformers, GIS, instrument transformers, arresters, and cables.
• Perform relay end-to-end testing and SCADA/telemetry checks with site and utility.
• Coordinate outages and switching; write and own clearance and switching procedures.
• Execute electrical safety program: arc-flash labeling, energized work permitting, and switching authorization.
• After energization, manage transformer oil program, breaker maintenance, batteries, SF6 monitoring, fault analysis.
• Collaborate with construction, vendors, and technicians to drive rapid improvements at the Memphis campus.
• Ensure compliance with NFPA 70/70B/70E, NESC, and IEEE standards, prioritizing safety and engineering excellence.

Skills

Substation commissioning

High-voltage systems

Electrical engineering

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

8+ years substation field experience (in lieu of degree)

Tools

Doble F6150

Omicron CMC

Job description

SpaceXAI is seeking an Ops/Build Engineer to design, build, operate, and maintain electrical infrastructure for AI training campuses. Based in Memphis, TN, you will join a small on-site team to scale high-capacity power systems on a schedule driven by compute demand.

The role requires hands-on leadership, 5+ years HV experience, and a hands-on, safety-focused mindset. Travel up to 25% and on-site work in Memphis are expected.