Electrical Commissioning Technician

As the Electrical Commissioning Technician, you will support the Project Manager, and team leads in executing all electrical aspects of data centre commissioning. Responsibilities include developing and executing test scripts, coordinating vendor fieldwork, identify and help vendors troubleshooting issues, updating daily testing progress, and ensuring high standards of work. You will help the electrical lead during Level 4 Functional Performance Testing, handling tasks such as test script execution, issue logging, systems monitoring, safety walks, fire watch, and test documentation. A strong understanding of project specifications and safety responsibility is essential, with all issues to be reported and logged in the project system.

Responsibilities:

• Perform design review of electrical scope as part of the Level 0 scope of work.
• Attend factory witness tests as required to inspect and verify electrical equipment prior to shipment to site.
• Carry out QAQC inspections of field installations on site and verify conformance to design drawings and specification.
• Generate / execute test procedures/test scripts and switching plans for LV and MV systems.
• Ensuring safe field execution of L2 Installation Verification Checks (IVC), L3 Pre-Functional Checks (PFC), L4 Functional Performance Tests (FPT), L5 Integrated System Tests (IST) and associated activities across the electrical equipment and infrastructure of the data centre. (Cross functional support is required in the absence of a mechanical technician).
• Aid the equipment vendors in completing trouble shooting and fault-finding activities on systems & equipment and logging issues through the Automated Commissioning Management System (ACMS)
• Ensuring a swift response to plant emergencies e.g. equipment failures to minimise any potential impacts during functionality/performance testing.
• Develop and review equipment specific method statements, System of Operation (SOO) and Description of Operation (DOO) documentation to create test scripts to effectively and safely conduct testing on equipment outlined in the commissioning test plan.
• Execute test scripts for all electrical equipment ensuring to capture all testing requirements based on specifications, client requirements and project documentation.
• Support field works as required by the leadership team, in conjunction with the General Contractor (GC), to ensure all works are completed as per scope and approved test script.
• Review the documentation supplied by the Engineer of Record (EoR) group relating to equipment upgrades, modifications, and specification changes. Execute amendments as they arise such as control philosophy updates, changes to LOTO plans, etc and ensure any changes are effectively communicated to the commissioning team.
• Report on daily script status illustrating specifically what assets have passed, failed, or have delays / cancellations, and ensuring issues are logged immediately to develop a risk registry for assets being tested.
• Liaise with project teams (Client, GC, Vendors, Ops) to ensure any system modifications or invasive works are communicated to the commissioning team and any works requiring support are resourced accordingly.
• Familiarity with site SOP's and ensure strict adherence to same for all activities performed.
• Support the team with the operation of all electrical equipment, infrastructure, test equipment and its installation/deinstallation.
• Support the operation of equipment via EPMS, BAS & CxApps.
• Execute electrical testing activities and support of the mechanical commissioning team during FPT and IST.
• Responsible for the application of Tamper Seals and the recording of their location.
• Responsible for the development and completion of As Left Settings documentation once L4 & L5 commissioning is complete.
• Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role.

Skills Required:

• Minimum 5 years of post-training experience on large scale industrial projects. (Data Centre experience strongly desirable).
• Medium voltage experience desirable. (AP/SAP experience desirable).
• Low Voltage experience required.
• Excellent technical knowledge and ability. Experience with LV and MV Switchgear, transformers, UPS units, Generators, automatic transfer switches, safety systems and interlocks.
• Strong IT Skills. Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook etc.
• Excellent language and writing skills.
• Safe pass and manual handling certification.

Education / Licenses / Certifications:

• Qualified Electrical technician with further education and training awards council "FETAC", or time served industrial electrician or Electrical Engineer or equivalent.
• Proof of education, licenses, and certifications will be required where applicable

Benefits:

• VHI Healthcare Cover
• Life Assurance
• Pension Contribution
• Training And Educational Assistance
• Annual GP Check-Up
• Extra Annual Leave
• Healthcare Screening
• Recognition Rewards