Position Summary
The Lead Subject Matter Expert (LSME) – Commissioning (Medium Voltage) is a senior technical authority responsible for planning, executing, and validating commissioning activities for medium-voltage electrical systems within mission-critical facilities. This role requires extensive hands-on commissioning experience in data centers and/or semiconductor manufacturing facilities, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, integrity, and ethical conduct. The LSME serves as a trusted technical leader on site, ensuring systems are delivered safely, compliantly, and fully operational to client and regulatory expectations.
Key Responsibilities
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Serve as the technical authority for medium-voltage commissioning activities (typically 5kV–35kV systems).
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Lead commissioning of:
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Medium-voltage switchgear and substations
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Utility interconnections and service entrances
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Transformers, protective relays, and grounding systems
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MV distribution feeding UPS, PDUs, and critical loads
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Develop, review, and execute commissioning plans, procedures, scripts, and test protocols.
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Coordinate commissioning activities with owners, engineers, contractors, utilities, and AHJs.
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Validate system readiness through inspections, functional testing, and integrated systems testing.
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Identify deficiencies, track issues, and verify corrective actions through closeout.
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Ensure compliance with:
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Project specifications
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Applicable codes and standards (NFPA, NEC, IEEE, NETA, OSHA)
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Owner and client commissioning requirements
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Provide on-site technical leadership and mentorship to commissioning staff and field teams.
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Support start-up, energization, and turnover activities while maintaining strict safety controls.
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Maintain detailed documentation, reports, and final commissioning records.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
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Minimum 8 years of commissioning experience in:
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Data centers and/or
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Semiconductor (chip) manufacturing facilities
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Demonstrated expertise in medium-voltage electrical systems commissioning.
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Proven experience working on site in active construction and mission-critical environments.
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Strong understanding of electrical safety practices, lockout/tagout, and energized work planning.
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Ability to read and interpret:
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One-line diagrams
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Electrical schematics
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Construction and commissioning documentation
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Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and documentation accuracy.
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Willingness and ability to work full-time on site in Boise, Idaho.
Professional Standards & Ethics
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Demonstrates uncompromising ethical behavior, integrity, and moral character.
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Operates with the highest standards of professionalism, accountability, and transparency.
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Treats colleagues, clients, and trade partners with respect, fairness, and honesty.
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Places safety, quality, and client trust above schedule or cost pressures.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience commissioning electrical systems for large-scale hyperscale data centers or advanced semiconductor fabs.
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Familiarity with integrated systems testing (IST) in mission-critical facilities.
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Prior experience in a lead, SME, or technical authority role.
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Relevant certifications (NETA, NICET, or equivalent) are a plus.
Work Environment
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Full-time, on-site position at active construction and commissioning sites.
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Requires field presence during testing, start-up, and energization activities.
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Occasional extended hours during critical commissioning milestones.
