Mechanical Commissioning Technician - Memphis
xAI· Data Center
Hybrid (Memphis, TN)full-timePosted 5mo ago
About the role
Mechanical Commissioning Technician to support buildout and startup of SpaceXSI's high-performance data centers, performing commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems for cooling, air handling, and fluid distribution in AI supercomputing infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Execute mechanical commissioning activities for HVAC systems, chillers, cooling towers, CRAC/CRAH units, pumps, heat exchangers, piping systems, and associated controls in data center environments.
- Perform functional testing, airflow and water flow verification, system balancing, and integrated system performance validation.
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, controls, and hydronic issues during pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup phases.
- Develop and execute detailed commissioning test procedures, checklists, and documentation in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
- Collaborate with EPC contractors, OEM vendors, and SpaceXSI engineers to coordinate system energization, startup sequences, and integrated system testing.
- Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols, LOTO procedures, and quality standards during all commissioning activities.
- Maintain accurate as-built documentation, test records, and commissioning reports.
- Support training of operations and maintenance teams on commissioned mechanical systems.
- Participate in constructability reviews and provide field feedback to improve design and installation quality.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on mechanical commissioning or field technician experience in data centers, power plants, or large industrial facilities.
- Strong working knowledge of data center cooling systems including chillers, cooling towers, pumps, CRAC/CRAH units, and precision air handling.
- Experience with commissioning test equipment (manometers, anemometers, flow meters, temperature/pressure calibrators, etc.).
- Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, ASME, IMC).
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and control schematics.
- Strong safety mindset with current OSHA 10/30 or equivalent training.
- Willingness to work extended hours, nights, and weekends during critical commissioning windows.
Skills
Required:Mechanical commissioningCommissioning test proceduresTroubleshootingReading drawings & schematicsSafety compliance
Benefits
- Note: Benefits are not explicitly listed in the description.
Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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