Principal, Field Manager CXQC

The role

This person will execute commissioning programs for critical infrastructure systems across data centers and mission-critical facilities. They will perform testing, verification, and turnover for mechanical, electrical, and controls systems.

What you will do

• Execute pre-functional, functional, and integrated system commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems
• Support startup and commissioning of critical infrastructure including UPS systems, generators, switchgear, PDUs, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, and BMS/EPMS platforms
• Document commissioning activities, test results, deficiencies, and resolutions
• Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, equipment vendors, and the owner's engineering team
• Conduct site observations to verify installations are compliant with design drawings and specifications
• Identify field deficiencies and work with the project team to drive resolution
• Support and ensure readiness for operational turnover
• Maintain accurate commissioning records including test reports, punch lists, and equipment start-up logs
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with site-specific safety plans and OSHA standards
• Communicate daily progress, issues, and schedule risks to project stakeholders

Required qualifications

• 2–5 years of hands-on experience in commissioning, startup, or field engineering within data centers, mission-critical facilities, or large-scale infrastructure projects
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems common to mission-critical environments
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and equipment submittals
• Strong understanding of commissioning documentation requirements
• Experience coordinating with multiple trades and subcontractors on active construction sites
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, milestone-driven project environments
• Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

Nice to have

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Experience with mission-critical infrastructure commissioning (power, cooling, fiber, telecom)
• Active passport for potential international project assignments

About the company

Hut 8 builds infrastructure for AI and aims to be the defining physical infrastructure company of its generation.