xAI· Data Center· Memphis, TN; Southaven, MS

Sr. Electrical Commissioning Technician

Classified Tasks (40)

Automate 0%Augment 38%Human-Only 63%

Augment (15)

AI assists, human decides

Perform testing of electrical systems in data center environments

technical

Execute electrical commissioning activities for associated control systems

technical

Perform point-to-point wiring checks

technical

Perform functional testing of electrical equipment and systems

technical

Perform calibration of electrical instruments and devices

technical

Perform system integration verification across electrical subsystems

technical

Develop detailed commissioning test procedures

analytical

Develop commissioning test scripts

analytical

Develop commissioning documentation in accordance with project specifications and industry standards

administrative

Maintain accurate as-built documentation

administrative

Maintain accurate test records

administrative

Maintain accurate commissioning reports

administrative

Support training of operations teams on commissioned electrical systems

leadership

Support training of maintenance teams on commissioned electrical systems

leadership

Participate in constructability reviews

analytical

Human-Only (25)

Requires human judgment

Support the buildout and energization of xAI’s high-performance data centers

operational

Perform commissioning of electrical systems that power AI supercomputing infrastructure

technical

Perform troubleshooting of electrical systems during installation and startup

technical

Execute electrical commissioning activities for medium voltage power distribution systems

technical

Execute electrical commissioning activities for low voltage power distribution systems

technical

Execute electrical commissioning activities for switchgear

technical

Execute electrical commissioning activities for transformers

technical

Execute electrical commissioning activities for UPS systems

technical

Execute electrical commissioning activities for generators

technical

Execute electrical commissioning activities for PDUs

technical

Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues during pre-commissioning phases

technical

Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues during commissioning phases

technical

Troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues during startup phases

technical

Execute detailed commissioning test procedures

operational

Execute commissioning test scripts

operational

Collaborate with EPC contractors to coordinate energization sequences

communication

Collaborate with OEM vendors to coordinate energization sequences

communication

Collaborate with xAI engineers to coordinate energization sequences and integrated system testing

communication

Coordinate integrated system testing among contractors, vendors, and engineering teams

leadership

Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols during all commissioning activities

operational

Ensure implementation of LOTO procedures during commissioning and energization

operational

Ensure compliance with quality standards during commissioning activities

operational

Provide field feedback to improve design quality

communication

Provide field feedback to improve installation quality

communication

Coordinate with construction, engineering, and operations teams to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality electrical systems from installation through full system turnover

leadership

Job description

ABOUT xAI xAI’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 xAI’s high-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 xAI 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 xAI 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 s

Source: xAI careers · scraped 2026-05-22

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