Facilities Infrastructure Engineer (Data Center Infrastructure)

TL;DR

Facilities Infrastructure Engineer (Data Center): Designing, building, and maintaining advanced data center infrastructure with an accent on MEP engineering, power distribution, and facility reliability. Focus on coordinating large-scale construction projects, optimizing HVAC and electrical systems, and ensuring operational readiness in a high-stress environment.

Location: Onsite in Memphis, TN

Company

xAI is an AI research and development company focused on creating systems that understand the universe to aid humanity's pursuit of knowledge.

What you will do

• Lead MEP engineering projects throughout the procurement, construction, commissioning, and maintenance lifecycle.
• Oversee ongoing operations and maintenance for HVAC, electrical, security, and fire protection systems.
• Manage technical drawings, documentation, and reports for large-scale industrial infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate the capital expenditure (CAPEX) process, ensuring technical specifications, budgets, and deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with authorities (AHJ) to secure building permits and ensure all final inspections are obtained.
• Develop and implement process and design solutions to improve facility readiness with minimal business impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 1+ years of professional experience with the design or build of MEP building systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar engineering design software.
• Must be based in or able to work onsite in Memphis, TN.

Nice to have

• Direct field experience managing aerospace or heavy industrial construction projects.
• Expertise in critical power infrastructure, including UPS systems, backup generators, and ATS.
• Knowledge of NEC, ASHRAE, NFPA, and International Building Code (IBC) standards.
• Experience in conceptual design, budgeting, and contract management for large capital projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Flat organizational structure where initiative is rewarded with leadership opportunities.
• High-performance environment focused on engineering excellence and curiosity.
• Hands-on approach where all employees contribute directly to the company's mission.
• Dynamic and fast-paced work atmosphere.