Cx - QA/QC Support Specialist (Electrical)

Vertex Innovations•Dallas, TX

96d•$80,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Electrical Cx - QA/QC Support Specialist ensures that electrical systems in data center projects meet all quality, safety, and operational requirements. This role combines proactive oversight with responsive problem-solving to ensure that power distribution, grounding, and protection systems are properly designed, installed, tested, and commissioned according to owner expectations, safety standards, and industry best practices. Due to the hazards associated with electrical systems, the specialist supports and coordinates closely with the Energy Marshal, confirming all pre-energization verifications and documentation are complete before startup. Working collaboratively with contractors, engineers, and customer teams, the specialist maintains professionalism under pressure and encourages a cooperative, improvement-oriented culture. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in electrical commissioning, strong safety awareness, and excellent communication and analytical skills. Location: This position is considered remote work, but you are required to be on-site at various client project sites each week as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical systems commissioning, preferably in data centers or mission-critical facilities.
Expertise in electrical distribution systems, including low, medium, and high-voltage equipment.
Familiarity with industry standards and codes, such as IEEE, NEC, NFPA, and NETA.
Strong technical knowledge of electrical system design, operation, and testing.
Proficient in commissioning and project management software, such as Cx Alloy, Bluebeam, Procore, or similar platforms.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications, such as Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), Professional Engineer (PE), or LEED Accredited Professional, are a plus.

Responsibilities

Ensure all electrical systems are installed, tested, and performing in accordance with project specifications, design intent, and applicable codes and standards.
Review Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) results for major equipment and track closure of open or deferred items with vendors and site teams prior to functional testing.
Conduct proactive inspections through L1–L3 phases to confirm proper handling, installation, and readiness of equipment such as switchgear, PDUs, UPS systems, transformers, and generators.
Verify that pre-functional and startup testing (L3) are properly executed and documented by trade contractors, ensuring all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and energization activities are coordinated with the site Energy Marshal.
Validate integration between electrical, mechanical, and control systems, and oversee corrective actions through retesting prior to handoff to commissioning.
Prepare, maintain, and track QA/QC documentation—including inspection reports, checklists, MOPs, and test verification forms—within approved customer platforms.
Compile and submit comprehensive commissioning reports and turnover packages that include test results, lessons learned, and as-built documentation.
Coordinate daily with project managers, design engineers, contractors, and client representatives to align quality and commissioning activities with project milestones.
Participate in commissioning meetings, site walkdowns, and coordination sessions to report progress and identify potential risks or delays.
Communicate findings constructively and participate in coordination meetings to report QA/QC progress, readiness, and safety verification prior to energization.
Perform field inspections to verify conformance with drawings, specifications, and best practices, emphasizing electrical safety and energization readiness.
Identify and document non-conformances, recommend corrective actions, and support procedural improvements to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability.
Support commissioning handoff from L3 to L4, coordinating documentation and verifying closeout deliverables.
Collect and verify O&M manuals, training materials, warranties, and attic stock for turnover to operations.
Assist in scheduling and pre-coordination of training for operations staff.