Data Center QA/QC Specialists
Summary
Ensures data center systems (electrical/mechanical) meet specs via testing, audits, and inspections; validates equipment like UPS, transformers, and CRAC units for compliance with industry standards (IEEE, NEC).
Key Responsibilities:
Commissioning Activities
- Ensure all electrical and mechanical 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.
- Audit GC and trade inspection checklists for accuracy and completeness, and perform independent QA/QC inspections with full documentation of findings.
- Develop and maintain commissioning plans, schedules, and test procedures for mechanical systems.
- Conduct proactive inspections through L1–L3 phases to confirm proper handling, installation, and readiness of equipment such as switchgear, PDUs, UPS systems, transformers, CRAC, VFD’s, pumps, 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 Marshall.
- Validate system integration and interoperability between mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
- Identify deficiencies and manage corrective actions through retesting and verification prior to turnover to the commissioning team.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
- Relevant certifications, such as Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), Professional Engineer (PE), or LEED Accredited Professional, are a plus.
Experience:
- 7+ years of field construction experience with a strong QA/QC background
- Data center, mission-critical, or large-scale industrial construction experience strongly preferred.
- Experience in an owner's representative or third-party QA/QC inspector capacity preferred.
- Solid understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
- Expertise in electrical distribution systems, including low, medium, and high-voltage equipment as well as Mechanical experience to include TAB.
- Familiar with NCR processes, inspection test plans (ITPs), and quality documentation requirements.
- Familiarity with industry standards and codes, such as IEEE, NEC, NFPA, and NETA.
Skills:
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical and mechanical 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.
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