# Lead, Controls Technician

**Company**: xAI
**Location**: Memphis, TN
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Experience**: senior
**Job type**: full-time
**Category**: Engineering
**Industry**: Technology
**Wikidata**: https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q120599684

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## Description

xAI is seeking a Lead Controls Technician to manage day-to-day operations for controls technicians and serve as the primary onsite contact for Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) field work in data centers and infrastructure.

The successful candidate will lead troubleshooting and support for critical systems such as cooling, power distribution, and safety protocols while collaborating closely with engineers and operations teams in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

Responsibilities:

- Lead and mentor a team of Controls Technicians in implementing, modifying, and maintaining BMS, EPMS, and SCADA systems for data centers.

- Serve as the primary onsite point of contact for I&C field work, coordinating troubleshooting and repairs of critical systems.

- Oversee preparation, updating, and optimization of HMI graphics and interfaces.

- Maintain and enhance automated controls for fire safety, emergency shutdown procedures, and other protective systems.

- Monitor and report on key performance metrics via dashboards and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

- Coordinate cross-functional responses to utility grid events, alarms, and operational needs.

- Support commissioning, documentation, and knowledge sharing to build team capabilities.

Basic Qualifications:

- Associate's Degree in a technical field or equivalent hands-on experience.

- 5+ years of experience working with industrial control systems, including at least 2 years in a lead or senior technician role.

- Strong experience with Ignition SCADA or similar platforms and Siemens TIA Portal.

- Proven ability to troubleshoot and lead resolution of complex I&C issues.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

- Advanced proficiency in IEC 61131-3 programming languages and hardware from Siemens, SEL, Rockwell, or similar vendors.

- Experience with HMI development tools, data center or mission-critical facility controls, and performance metrics optimization.

- Demonstrated leadership in mentoring technicians, task prioritization, and cross-team coordination.

- Strong problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.

- Familiarity with data center infrastructure and relevant standards/regulations.

Additional Requirements:

- Ability to work extended periods standing, in tight quarters, and exposed to noise.

- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and on-call as needed for critical operations.

- Ability to lift or carry 10-15lbs.

- Subject to pre-employment drug testing and random drug/alcohol testing.

## Skills

### Required
- Industrial control systems
- Ignition SCADA
- Siemens TIA Portal
- PLC programming
- Troubleshooting
- Leadership

### Nice to have
- IEC 61131-3 programming languages
- HMI development tools
- Data center controls
- Performance metrics optimization
- Mentoring technicians

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