Electrical & Powertrain Commissioning Lead

Electrical & Powertrain Commissioning Lead

The Electrical & Powertrain Commissioning Lead is responsible for field side commissioning of the entire electrical path in the data centre from utility interface through MV/LV gear UPS batteries PDUs/RPPs busway and distribution into white space. This role owns L2/L3 completion and mock-run of all L4 tests for electrical systems and prepares them for L5 scenarios ensuring the powertrain behaves correctly under normal abnormal and fault conditions.

Develop and execute L2 and L3 tests for electrical systems: installation verification startup functional checks and safety validation.

Mock-run L4 functional performance tests: transfer sequences failover behavior breaker coordination lossofcomponent scenarios maintenance modes and alarm responses.

Verify proper integration of fabricated assemblies (panels skids busway RPPs) into the electrical system closing remaining L3 checks that can only be done on site.

Coordinate with the OFCI Integration Lead to ensure vendorfurnished electrical equipment (UPS switchgear generators) is commissioned and supported per plan.

Collaborate with Controls/BMS Lead to validate electrical sequences of operation and alarm/telemetry integrity in BMS/EPMS.

Participate in and help 3rd party commissioning teams with L4/L5 electrical scenarios including complex failover and fault simulations relevant to AI/neocloud loads.

Document all tests defects and resolutions in coordination with the Cx Program & Data Engineer.

Deep experience with data centre or missioncritical electrical systems including UPS generators MV/LV switchgear PDUs/RPPs and distribution.

Proven ability to lead complex commissioning startup and integrated testing for electrical infrastructure.

Strong ability to read and interpret electrical singleline diagrams protection schemes and control logic.

Comfortable making realtime decisions during tests and troubleshooting issues under time pressure with a bias toward safety and correctness.

Clear communicator who can explain technical behaviors and risks to both engineers and nontechnical stakeholders.

7 years in electrical commissioning testing or operations for data centres or other missioncritical facilities.

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.

Familiarity with formal commissioning methodologies (L1L5) and standards (ASHRAE NFPA IEEE).

Experience with Cx tools and platforms (CxAlloy Procore Facility Grid).

Relevant certifications (PE CxA BCxP NEBB etc.) are an asset.

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