Data Center Commissioning Specialist - Electrical

Electrical Commissioning Specialist

ON-Board Services, Incorporated is a human capital firm specializing in talent acquisition for temporary, contract, long-term, RPO, Employer of Record, and direct placement services for engineering, technical, scientific, administrative, and technical positions.

Position Type: Full Time / Contract

Job Location: Washington, DC / Northern Virginia Metro Area

Travel: Up to 95% (per diem available)

Benefits: Health Insurance, 401k, Life Insurance

Compensation: $60 - $80/hr, depending on qualifications

Our Client is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Specialist to support onsite Data Center Commissioning projects. In this role, you will lead and perform electrical commissioning activities, including QA/QC testing, Functional Performance Testing, and equipment and systems startup to ensure a safe, functional environment that meets established design requirements and stakeholder expectations.

The Electrical Commissioning Specialist will support owner's L4-L5 Data Center commissioning while overseeing and supporting L0-L3 commissioning activities. This position will work directly with clients, project stakeholders, and contractors to achieve successful project outcomes with a focus on operational performance, reliability, and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and perform electrical commissioning activities for Data Center projects.
• Support owner's L4-L5 commissioning while overseeing and supporting L0-L3 commissioning activities.
• Lead L4/L5 testing and support documentation of L2/L3 commissioning activities.
• Perform and oversee QA/QC inspections, Functional Performance Testing, equipment startup, and systems startup.
• Support commissioning of utility infrastructure, life safety systems, electrical power systems, low-voltage systems, and other building and facility systems.
• Verify electrical systems and equipment meet established design requirements and stakeholder expectations.
• Coordinate directly with clients, project stakeholders, contractors, and other project team members.
• Review commissioning documentation and testing results.
• Identify and assist with resolution of commissioning issues and deficiencies.
• Support safe commissioning activities in accordance with applicable electrical codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Maintain a strong focus on operational performance, system reliability, and efficiency throughout the commissioning process.
• Travel to project locations as required, up to 95%.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience as an Electrical Commissioning Specialist.
• Experience commissioning utility infrastructure, life safety systems, electrical power systems, low-voltage systems, building/facility systems and components, and facility O&M systems.
• 2-3 years of focused Data Center commissioning experience, including documenting L2/L3 activities and leading L4/L5 testing.
• Working knowledge of NFPA, NETA, and NICET electrical testing and code requirements.
• Strong understanding of the construction process.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to successfully complete a background check.
• Ability to travel up to 95%.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ideally located in the Washington, DC or Northern Virginia Metro area. Expenses may be considered for the right candidate.
• Industry-recognized commissioning certification.
• IR Thermography Level 1 or Level 2 certification.
• AWS or similar L4 Lead certification.
• NFPA 70E certification.
• OSHA 10 certification required at minimum; OSHA 30 preferred.
• Experience with PQMs.