Electrical Commissioning Technician

About the Role

LotusWorks is seeking an experienced Commissioning Technician to support the testing, verification, and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, and control systems within a large-scale, mission-critical data center environment. This role will support commissioning activities from equipment installation verification and startup through functional performance testing, Integrated Systems Testing (IST), and final turnover.

Responsibilities

• Support commissioning activities for mechanical, electrical, and control systems within mission-critical data center facilities across Levels 2–5 (L2–L5).
• Perform equipment installation inspections, construction verification, and pre-functional checks.
• Assist with equipment startup, vendor testing, functional performance testing (FPT), and Integrated Systems Testing (IST).
• Support commissioning of electrical systems, including MV/LV switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, ATS/STS, PDUs, and electrical distribution equipment.
• Assist with commissioning mechanical systems, including chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, cooling towers, pumps, and associated cooling infrastructure.
• Verify BMS, EPMS, alarms, setpoints, interlocks, control sequences, and equipment communication interfaces.
• Witness OEM and third-party testing and assist with electrical and mechanical system redundancy and failover testing.
• Document test results, complete commissioning checklists, and track deficiencies using platforms such as CxAlloy or Facility Grid.
• Assist with troubleshooting, deficiency resolution, retesting, and final commissioning documentation and turnover.
• Follow site safety procedures, including LOTO, electrical safety requirements, job hazard analyses, and controlled energization protocols.
• Coordinate daily testing activities with Commissioning Engineers, Leads, Managers, contractors, vendors, and client representatives.
• Perform any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned as part of the role.

Skills

• Working knowledge of electrical systems, including switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, ATS/STS, and electrical distribution.
• Familiarity with mechanical cooling systems used in data center environments.
• Understanding of commissioning processes, including L2 installation verification, L3 startup, L4 functional performance testing, and L5 integrated systems testing.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, equipment specifications, and testing procedures.
• Basic understanding of BMS, EPMS, controls, alarms, interlocks, and equipment operating sequences.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to identify equipment deficiencies and support root-cause investigation.
• Ability to accurately document test results, commissioning progress, and deficiency reports.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills when coordinating with engineers, contractors, vendors, and clients.
• Commitment to safety procedures, including LOTO, electrical safety, and controlled energization.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-critical data center construction and commissioning environment.
• Familiarity with commissioning documentation platforms such as CxAlloy or Facility Grid is preferred.

Qualifications

• Electrical degree or Journeyman Electrician license preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Training and Education Assistance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Extra Annual Leave with Years of Service
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Recognition Rewards

LotusWorks is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.