Senior Electrical Engineer/Qualified Electrician - Data Center Construction

FST Technical Services

Ann Arbor, MI Posted October 5, 2026

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On-site Full-time Senior
Job Description

FST Technical Services’ Commissioning (Cx) Division is a leading provider of quality assurance in the design, construction, and post-acceptance phases of building projects. The Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer reports to a team leader and is responsible for the delivery and execution of our commissioning services for complex electrical systems supporting large scale data center projects.
Primary activities include completing office assignments, time and expense management, in-field installation validation, field observation reports and meeting notes, functional performance testing, on-site and factory witness testing, writing of reports and meeting notes, submittal reviews, and design documentation evaluation.
Additional activities include executing target billable hours, managing tasks within time budgeted, leading Cx meetings, assisting the construction team with identifying/solving technical issues when they arise, and interpreting contract documents to predict scope gaps, maximize opportunities to provide value for clients, and reduce risk.
Administrative activities include supporting the team leader in coordinating weekly staff scheduling, training/mentoring team members on proper documentation, field procedures, and equipment usage, participating in and leading sessions of the company-wide developmental safety and training programs, and supporting revenue targets and quality assurance goals by expanding relationships with existing clients.
Candidate must be able to travel to and from various job sites within the assigned region.
Requirements:
Qualified Electrician or Degree in Electrical Engineering
7+ years employment in a staff or intern position related to maintenance, construction, or engineering controls or 3+ years in the commissioning industry
Previous experience within the data center industry
5+ years of experience managing the interconnectivity of building equipment including pumps, fans, motors, air ventilation, chillers, boilers, steam distribution, heat absorption, building automation systems, optimization techniques, electrical distribution, fire alarm, variable refrigerant flow, and waste-water systems.
Knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, bid process, and ancillary industry documents
Aptitude to solve problems independently and in a team environment
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Public speaking and presentation skills
Adaptability to varying indoor and outdoor working conditions
Physical fitness, capability to lift at least 30 pounds, and ability to climb ladders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications:
Trade association involvement
EIT, ACP. CEM or similar certification from experience
LEED or CEM certification preferred
OSHA 30 or other safe workplace certifications
Familiarity with building information modeling
FST Technical does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Salary Range:  $120,000-$170,000 - based on experience

Required Skills
electrical engineering electrical installation quality assurance testing mentoring written communication public speaking presentation skills adaptability BIM
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