Senior Electrical Commissioning Lead for Data Centers

FST Technical Services, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

FST Technical Services, Inc. in Irvine, CA seeks a Senior Electrical Commissioning Project Engineer to lead from the front, solve complex challenges, and drive commissioning outcomes for critical infrastructure projects.

You will oversee testing, validation, and field execution while managing multiple assignments, schedules, budgets and quality targets. Travel to project sites is required and collaboration with clients and contractors is essential.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering degree or Qualified Electrician background.
• 7+ years in electrical systems OR 3+ years commissioning.
• Data center or mission-critical experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities across the full project lifecycle.
• Execute and oversee functional testing, factory witness testing, and on-site validation.
• Manage multiple assignments while maintaining schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Interpret contract documents to identify risks and opportunities.
• Lead commissioning meetings and communicate findings.
• Serve as a trusted partner to clients and contractors.
• Complete field reports, documentation, and time management.
• Support scheduling and revenue targets.
• Mentor junior engineers and support training initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Qualified Electrician background

Tools

BIM experience

Job description

FST Technical Services, Inc. in Irvine, CA seeks a Senior Electrical Commissioning Project Engineer to lead from the front, solve complex challenges, and drive commissioning outcomes for critical infrastructure projects.

You will oversee testing, validation, and field execution while managing multiple assignments, schedules, budgets and quality targets. Travel to project sites is required and collaboration with clients and contractors is essential.