Mission-Critical Data Center Electrical QA/QC Engineer

Praetorian Power Protection; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Praetorian Power Protection in Boise, ID seeks an experienced electrical QA/QC professional to perform hands-on quality assurance for mission-critical data center infrastructure, including HV/MV/LV distribution, switchgear, generators, UPS, and grounding.

You will develop ITPs, witness FAT/SAT, manage NCRs, and interface with CxA and AHJs, ensuring compliance with NEC, NFPA, IEEE standards, with a focus on zero defects and efficient handover.

Qualifications

• 5+ years electrical QA/QC experience, with 3+ years in mission-critical facilities (data centers preferred).
• Strong knowledge of hyperscale electrical systems: MV/HV switchgear, generators (≥1 MW), multi-module UPS.
• Experience with CX Alloy is a must.
• Proficiency in NEC, NFPA 70E/70B, IEEE standards; testing methods (megger, DLRO, hi-pot, thermography).
• Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with Procore/Bluebeam a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily field inspections and verify installations (switchgear, generators, UPS, busway, PDUs, RPPs, cable tray, terminations, torque, labeling, grounding/bonding).
• Develop/review Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), checklists, and QA/QC procedures.
• Witness and document FAT/SAT, pre-energization checks, insulation/hi-pot testing, contact resistance, relay/breaker testing, and functional/performance tests.
• Identify, document, and resolve non-conformances (NCRs); verify corrective actions and close-outs.
• Prepare inspection logs, test reports, and turnover packages for client/commissioning handover.
• Support commissioning and integrated systems testing (IST); interface with CxA, third-party testers, owners, and AHJs.
• Enforce safety protocols (LOTO, NFPA 70E, arc-flash compliance) during electrical work.

Skills

QA/QC experience

Data center experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

CX Alloy

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Praetorian Power Protection in Boise, ID seeks an experienced electrical QA/QC professional to perform hands-on quality assurance for mission-critical data center infrastructure, including HV/MV/LV distribution, switchgear, generators, UPS, and grounding.

You will develop ITPs, witness FAT/SAT, manage NCRs, and interface with CxA and AHJs, ensuring compliance with NEC, NFPA, IEEE standards, with a focus on zero defects and efficient handover.