Lead Electrical Commissioning Technician

Kent•Houston, TX

About The Position

Kent Data Centres, part of Kent, provides consulting, technical advisory, and commissioning services for data centres and critical environments, supporting clients from feasibility through design, delivery, and operational handover. The Lead Electrical Commissioning Technician will support projects in Florida and Ohio and work with the site commissioning lead to deliver project management, site quality assurance, testing, and commissioning services. The role involves planning and coordinating commissioning activities, reviewing project and MEP documentation, assessing designs for commissionability, and managing testing and commissioning on site. The technician will develop and execute commissioning documentation and test scripts, including SAT and IST, oversee FAT attendance and witness testing, and support safe handover of integrated operational facilities. Field duties include test execution, punch-list closeout, evidence capture, surveys, reporting, and coordination with contractors and other commissioning disciplines. The role also involves client and stakeholder communication, technical reviews and responses, project meeting participation, maintaining project records, mentoring commissioning personnel, and contributing to lessons learned and continuous improvement. Candidates from Oil & Gas, LNG, petrochemical, and power generation commissioning are encouraged to apply; previous data centre experience is not mandatory.

Requirements

Electrical engineering degree or similar qualification.
At least 5 years of infrastructure (power) experience.
Understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment and technical risk.
Excellent work ethic and proactive approach.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good written, telephone, and face-to-face communication skills with customers.
Good numeracy skills.
Competence with MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time to meet tight project deadlines.
Good technical proposals and submittals management skills.
Good technical review skills.
Ability to manage projects and commissioning effectively.
Ability to conduct site surveys and understand detailed schematic designs.
Willingness to travel within the region.
Valid driving license.
Two most recent employer references.

Nice To Haves

Relevant Oil & Gas experience with switchgear, transformers, UPS, generators, protection, isolation, and energisation.
Experience in Oil & Gas, LNG, petrochemical, or power generation commissioning.
Working knowledge of Uptime Tiers and TIA 942-B; ATD certification is not essential.
Data centre experience; previous experience is not mandatory.

Responsibilities

Review contract documentation and develop commissioning methodologies, strategies, programs, and plans.
Conduct commissionability reviews and advise managers on foreseeable scope and design issues.
Assist with bid enquiries and design preparation, providing guidance on commissioning requirements.
Attend and witness Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), validate testing against requirements, record findings, and escalate acceptance decisions to the designated approval authority.
Organize commissioning and testing activities to align with the project program.
Manage site commissioning activities and coordinate day-to-day work with suppliers and subcontractors.
Review, develop, create, and execute commissioning documentation, including Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and Integrated System Testing (IST) scripts.
Execute field tests, close out punch lists, capture evidence, and support safe systems handover.
Review, approve, and when necessary create method statements and risk assessments.
Apply project procedures and safety standards and follow company standards and international commissioning practices.
Communicate commissioning methodology and strategy to senior management, directors, clients, and subcontractors.
Assist with or lead lessons-learned activities and contribute to continuous improvement.
Coordinate with Project Managers, Technical Account Managers, Technical Designers, commissioning leadership, and other disciplines to meet client requirements and resolve field issues.
Carry out responsibilities in accordance with business procedures and client requirements.
Represent the company in meetings and attend internal project meetings.
Prepare reports for customers, communicate project activities, and maintain regular customer contact.
Support field mentoring and knowledge sharing with commissioning personnel.
Follow up with site contractors to obtain required information.
Study MEP documents and client requirements to support project delivery and management.
Evaluate client enquiries, specifications, and drawings, and formulate technical responses with assistance from other departments as needed.
Prepare, review, and submit accurate and timely technical responses, clarifications, and revised shop drawings.
Maintain full and accurate project records.
Attend client, supplier, and third-party meetings on or off site as required.
Conduct site surveys and prepare reports.
Liaise with subcontractors and ensure drawings include all required information.
Manage or support on-site project testing, prepare reports, present findings, and recommend a roadmap for change.
Work with other business areas and key staff to address complex client requirements.