Sr. Electrical Commissioning Technician - Memphis

Spacex; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceXAI in Memphis, TN is seeking a highly skilled Sr. Electrical Commissioning Technician to support the buildout and energization of our data centers.

This hands-on role involves commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting electrical systems powering our next-generation AI infrastructure, with extensive travel to field sites. You will work with construction, engineering, and operations teams to ensure safe, reliable systems from installation to turnover, adhere to safety standards, document

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on electrical commissioning in data centers or large facilities.
• Knowledge of up to 480V systems, switchgear, MCCs, VFDs, and relays.
• Familiar with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, NETA standards.
• Able to read electrical drawings and one-line diagrams.
• OSHA 10/30 or equivalent training required.

Responsibilities

• Execute electrical commissioning for power distribution, switchgear, UPS, gensets, PDUs in data centers.
• Perform wiring checks, functional testing, calibration, and system integration verification.
• Troubleshoot issues during pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup phases.
• Develop and execute commissioning test procedures and documentation per specs.
• Coordinate energization sequences with contractors, OEMs, and engineers.

Skills

Electrical commissioning

Field technician

Data centers

Safety awareness

Education

Electrical tech degree

Trade certification

Tools

Meggers

Multimeters

Relay test sets

Power quality analyzers

Job description

Southaven, MS; Memphis, TN

SpaceXAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands‑on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. Electrical Commissioning Technician to support the buildout and energization of SpaceXAI'shigh-performance data centers. In this critical hands‑on role, you will perform commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems that power our next-generation AI supercomputing infrastructure.

You will work closely with construction, engineering, and operations teams to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality electrical systems from initial installation through full system turnover. This is a full‑time, onsite role with significant travel to SpaceXAI data center sites.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute electrical commissioning activities for medium and low voltage power distribution systems, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, generators, PDUs, and associated controls in data center environments.
• Perform point‑to‑point wiring checks, functional testing, calibration, and system integration verification.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues during pre‑commissioning, commissioning, and startup phases.
• Develop and execute detailed commissioning test procedures, scripts, and documentation in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Collaborate with EPC contractors, OEM vendors, and SpaceXAI engineers to coordinate energization sequences and integrated system testing.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, LOTO procedures, and quality standards during all commissioning activities.
• Maintain accurate as‑built documentation, test records, and commissioning reports.
• Support training of operations and maintenance teams on commissioned electrical systems.
• Participate in constructability reviews and provide field feedback to improve design and installation quality.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of hands‑on electrical commissioning or field technician experience in data centers, power plants, or large industrial facilities.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems up to 480V (medium voltage experience preferred), including switchgear, motor control centers, variable frequency drives, and protective relaying.
• Experience with commissioning test equipment (meggers, multimeters, relay test sets, power quality analyzers, etc.).
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE, NETA).
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and one‑line diagrams.
• Strong safety mindset with current OSHA 10/30 or equivalent training.
• Willingness to work extended hours, nights, and weekends during critical commissioning windows.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Prior commissioning experience on hyperscale data center projects or mission‑critical facilities.
• NETA certification (Level II or higher) or equivalent (e.g., NICET, Journeyman Electrician license).
• Experience with data center power infrastructure including redundant UPS, generators, and busway systems.
• Knowledge of PLC/controls troubleshooting and SCADA systems.
• Proficiency with commissioning management software (e.g., CxPro, Procore, or similar).
• Technical degree or trade school certification in Electrical Engineering Technology or related field.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel extensively to SpaceXAI construction sites and remain onsite during peak commissioning phases.
• Capability to work in industrial environments, climb ladders, lift moderate loads, and wear PPE for extended periods.

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