Principal, Field Manager CXQC

Hut 8; St. Francisville (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hut 8 is seeking a Field Manager, CXQC, Principal to support the testing, verification, and turnover of critical infrastructure across our data center portfolio. This is a hands-on, project-based role with travel and potential relocation to active project sites, including Baton Rouge-area projects.

The role focuses on commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems, ensuring readiness for operational turnover and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years hands-on commissioning, startup, or field engineering in data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems (UPS, generators, switchgear, cooling, BMS/EPMS).
• Ability to read construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and equipment submittals.
• Experience coordinating with multiple trades on active construction sites.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and possible relocation.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute pre-functional, functional, and integrated system commissioning across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems.
• Support startup and commissioning of UPS, generators, switchgear, PDUs, CRAC/CRAH, chillers, and BMS/EPMS.
• Document commissioning activities, test results, deficiencies, and resolutions per commissioning plans.
• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, equipment vendors, and the owner's team.
• Conduct site observations to verify installations meet drawings and specs prior to testing.
• Maintain commissioning records, test reports, punch lists, and start-up logs.

Skills

Field commissioning

Data center

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Project coordination

Reading drawings

Tools

BMS/EPMS

Job description

Hut 8 brings exceptional people together to solve the world’s most consequential problems at the intersection of energy and technology. Today, that means building infrastructure for AI at a pace and scale without precedent. Tomorrow, it could mean powering a new era of innovation through robotics, advanced manufacturing, or an industry that does not yet exist. Whatever the technology demands, our ambition holds: to build the defining physical infrastructure company of our generation.

We look for thinkers and builders with the rigor, humility, and ownership to solve problems at this scale. They start from zero and choose truth over tradition. They back the best idea, whatever its source. They bet on themselves and embrace the hard truths that force them to grow. Our commitment is to keep the path from idea to execution short, trust them with critical decisions and the work that follows, and surround them with colleagues whose curiosity extends beyond their expertise.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Field Manager, CXQC, Principal to support the testing, verification, and turnover of critical infrastructure systems across our data center and mission-critical facility portfolio. This is a hands‑on, field-oriented role responsible for executing commissioning programs from pre‑functional testing through integrated system verification. The role is project‑based, which means assignment locations will vary — candidates must be comfortable with travel and potential relocation to support active project sites across our growing footprint.

Some of the key responsibilities you should expect are the following:

• Execute pre‑functional, functional, and integrated system commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems
• Support startup and commissioning of critical infrastructure including UPS systems, generators, switchgear, PDUs, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, and BMS/EPMS platforms
• Document commissioning activities, test results, deficiencies, and resolutions in accordance with project commissioning plans
• Coordinate closely with general contractors, subcontractors, equipment vendors, and the owner's engineering team to sequence and execute commissioning activities
• Conduct site observations to verify installations are complete and compliant with design drawings and specifications prior to testing
• Identify field deficiencies and work with the project team to drive timely resolution before milestone dates
• Support and ensure readiness for operational turnoverMaintain accurate, detailed commissioning records including test reports, punch lists, and equipment start‑up logs
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with site‑specific safety plans and OSHA standards during all commissioning activities
• Communicate daily progress, issues, and schedule risks to the appropriate project stakeholders

ABOUT YOU

• 2–5 years of hands‑on experience in commissioning, startup, or field engineering within data centers, mission‑critical facilities, or large‑scale infrastructure projects
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems common to mission‑critical environments (UPS, generators, switchgear, cooling, BMS/EPMS)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, single‑line diagrams, and equipment submittals
• Strong understanding of commissioning documentation requirements including test scripts, punch lists, and turnover packages
• Experience coordinating with multiple trades and subcontractors on active construction sites
• Comfortable operating in fast‑paced, milestone‑driven project environments with shifting priorities
• Detail‑oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills — able to produce clear field reports and communicate issues effectively to project stakeholder
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites; relocation may be required based on project assignment
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred
• Experience with mission‑critical infrastructure commissioning (power, cooling, fiber, telecom) is a strong plus
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license; active passport preferred for potential international project assignments

ABOUT THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is project‑based and will be assigned to active data center construction and commissioning sites within Hut 8's portfolio. Assignment locations will vary and candidates should expect regular travel with the possibility of extended on‑site presence or relocation depending on project needs. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

This role is based at an active project site in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area and requires extensive on‑site presence.

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