Electrical Commissioning Authority 2

GAI Consultants, Inc.•Munhall, PA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

GAI Consultants is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Authority (CxA). Working under the direction of the Electrical Commissioning Lead, the CxA executes the hands-on electrical commissioning scope on assigned data center and building commissioning programs including: installation verification, energization support, functional performance testing, and integrated systems testing per the project Commissioning Plan, program checklists, and approved test procedures. This role corresponds to the ACG Commissioning Technician (CxT) designation and is internally titled Technical Specialist per program standards. The Electrical CxA is not a supervisory role. This individual works independently on assigned scopes, exercises sound technical judgment, and communicates field conditions, deficiencies, and progress to the Electrical Lead daily. The CxAs will work within a team to ensure success of the project.

Requirements

6+ years of relevant experience
Qualifying experience: combined technical, operational, maintenance, or commissioning experience in critical infrastructure, power generation, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, healthcare, industrial manufacturing, or comparable industries. Examples of Military technical backgrounds (Navy nuclear MMN/EMN/ETN, Army 91-series, Air Force 3E0X2, Marine 1141, Coast Guard EM/MK) translate directly and qualify. Direct commissioning experience preferred but not required
S. Engineering or other technical degree or vocational/trade certification in relevant field or equivalent hands-on experience will be considered and may substitute for formal education requirements
Driver's License required
NFPA 70E Qualified Electrical Worker required or ability to complete during onboarding (safety competency is evaluated, not the credential)
OSHA 10 (Construction) minimum required or ability to complete during onboarding

Nice To Haves

CxT (ACG) or BCxP
Journeyman Electrician license
manufacturer startup training (Eaton, Vertiv, Schneider, Caterpillar, Cummins etc.)

Responsibilities

Support L1 Factory Witness Testing: attend factory tests for electrical equipment and document performance against approved procedures
Execute L2 installation verification and pre-energized checks: cable terminations and torque, conduit completeness, grounding and bonding, NETA testing review, relay and protection setting verification, and pre-energization acceptance
Support L3 energized checks and startups under the Electrical Lead: switchgear energization, generator startup, UPS/PDU commissioning, ATS/STS initial testing, and EPMS point-to-point verification
Execute L4 functional performance testing: UPS static and dynamic transfer, generator load bank testing, ATS/STS transfer sequencing, EPMS alarm setpoint validation, and power quality measurements
Participate in L5 Integrated Systems Testing: execute assigned electrical test scripts, observe cross-system responses, and document results accurately
Complete all pre-energization checklists, startup records, and functional test forms accurately in the field; transfer to program documentation platform on the same day as testing
Maintain a daily field report (DCR) documenting activities, personnel, equipment tested, deficiencies, and safety conditions
Record electrical deficiencies and non-conformances to the Issues Log with description, location, responsible party, and supporting photos within 24 hours
Support assembly of L6 turnover documentation including test records, relay setting sheets, as-commissioned equipment data, and deferred test logs
Coordinate daily field activities with electrical subcontractor foremen, generator, switchgear, and UPS OEM technicians, and the GC field superintendent
Communicate field observations, deficiencies, and schedule conflicts to the Electrical Lead promptly; attend commissioning coordination meetings as directed
Support the Electrical Lead in witnessing AHJ electrical inspections and utility coordination activities
Comply fully with NFPA 70E on every assignment: wear appropriate arc flash PPE, maintain current training, and never perform energized work without a completed energized work permit and qualified worker authorization
Observe all LOTO procedures; verify absence of voltage before any de-energized work; never energize equipment without confirmed authorization from the Electrical Lead and GC superintendent
Report unsafe electrical conditions, improper installations, or LOTO violations immediately to the Electrical Lead and GC safety representative
Applies working knowledge of electrical power systems and commissioning methodology to execute accurate field verification and testing across L2 through L5
Maintains NFPA 70E compliance without exception; treats arc flash and LOTO protocols as non-negotiable on every assignment
Functions effectively on multi-discipline commissioning teams; drives cross-team coordination and constructive team dynamics on every project
Applies working knowledge of DC electrical distribution (LV switchgear, transformers, PDUs, UPS, backup power architecture) to execute installation verification and functional testing
Reads and interprets single-line diagrams, panel schedules, wiring diagrams, and equipment submittals to verify installed conditions against design intent
Applies knowledge of generator systems, ATS/STS operation, EPMS/BMS integration, and emergency power sequencing to support startup and execute functional testing
Plans and sequences daily field activities with the Electrical Lead, subcontractor foremen, and OEM technicians to maintain testing schedule progress
Completes test documentation same day; maintains daily DCR and submits Issues Log entries within 24 hours; supports L6 turnover package assembly
Receives technical direction from the Electrical Lead; operates independently on assigned activities within that direction; does not supervise other personnel
Exercises field judgment to identify deviations from expected performance and communicates to the Electrical Lead before proceeding; receptive to mentorship from senior team members
Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments.
Communicates field observations, deficiencies, and schedule conflicts to the Electrical Lead accurately and promptly in verbal and written daily field reports
Communicates effectively with technical and non-technical audiences including subcontractor foremen, OEM technicians, and GC field personnel