Electrical Commissioning Authority 2

GAI Consultants•Homestead, PA

5d•Onsite

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: combined technical, operational, maintenance, or commissioning experience in critical infrastructure, power generation, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, healthcare, industrial manufacturing, or comparable industries.
Military technical backgrounds (Navy nuclear MMN/EMN/ETN, Army 91-series, Air Force 3E0X2, Marine 1141, Coast Guard EM/MK) translate directly and qualify.
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.
OSHA 10 (Construction) minimum required or ability to complete during onboarding.
Working knowledge of electrical power systems and commissioning methodology.
Ability to apply working knowledge of DC electrical distribution (LV switchgear, transformers, PDUs, UPS, backup power architecture) to execute installation verification and functional testing.
Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, panel schedules, wiring diagrams, and equipment submittals to verify installed conditions against design intent.
Ability to apply knowledge of generator systems, ATS/STS operation, EPMS/BMS integration, and emergency power sequencing to support startup and execute functional testing.
Ability to plan and sequence daily field activities with the Electrical Lead, subcontractor foremen, and OEM technicians to maintain testing schedule progress.
Ability to complete test documentation same day; maintain daily DCR and submit Issues Log entries within 24 hours; support L6 turnover package assembly.
Ability to communicate field observations, deficiencies, and schedule conflicts to the Electrical Lead accurately and promptly in verbal and written daily field reports.
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences including subcontractor foremen, OEM technicians, and GC field personnel.

Nice To Haves

Direct commissioning experience preferred but not required.
CxT (ACG) or BCxP — Preferred.
Journeyman Electrician license Preferred.
Manufacturer startup training (Eaton, Vertiv, Schneider, Caterpillar, Cummins etc.) preferred.

Responsibilities

Attend factory tests for electrical equipment and document performance against approved procedures.
Execute 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 energized checks and startups: switchgear energization, generator startup, UPS/PDU commissioning, ATS/STS initial testing, and EPMS point-to-point verification.
Execute 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 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 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.