xAI· Data Center· Memphis, TN
Construction Superintendent (Night Shift) – Electrical
Classified Tasks (10)
Automate 0%Augment 40%Human-Only 60%
Augment (4)
AI assists, human decides
Oversee and coordinate electrical installations including underground duct banks, conduits, cable pulling, terminations, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, PDUs, and grounding
technical
Manage and schedule electrical contractors, subcontractors, and on-site crews to deliver project milestones on time and to xAI’s quality and reliability standards
leadership
Maintain detailed logs, red-line drawings, and as-built documentation for power infrastructure
administrative
Develop and enforce aggressive construction schedules to keep the project on time and within budget
operational
Human-Only (6)
Requires human judgment
Oversee electrical contractors and crews constructing advanced electrical infrastructure for the Memphis Data Center, including underground duct banks, high-voltage and medium-voltage systems, power distribution, grounding, lighting, and process power
operational
Ensure all contractors adhere to the electrical scope and deliver high-integrity power systems critical to data center uptime and operational readiness
operational
Monitor daily night-shift progress of electrical construction
operational
Champion and enforce xAI’s safety program to build a zero-incident culture around energized equipment, excavations, and heavy electrical installations
leadership
Lead, train, and supervise foremen and electrical crews to foster teamwork and accountability
leadership
Proactively resolve on-site challenges including material delays, technical conflicts, sequencing issues, and coordination with other trades
operational
Job description
ABOUT xAI xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates. xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. We operate with a flat organizational structure. All employees are expected to be hands-on and to contribute directly to the company’s mission. Leadership is given to those who show initiative and consistently deliver excellence. Work ethic and strong prioritization skills are important. All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates. ABOUT THE ROLE You will oversee electrical contractors and crews building the advanced electrical infrastructure for xAI’s Memphis Data Center — including underground duct banks, high-voltage and medium-voltage systems, power distribution, grounding, lighting, and process power for mission-critical facilities. If you thrive on hands-on leadership, complex industrial electrical construction, and contributing to high-impact AI infrastructure, join us to help deliver one of the most advanced data centers in the world. This is a full-time, onsite role based in Memphis, Tennessee, with relocation required depending on additional construction locations within the US. RESPONSIBILITIES Oversee and coordinate electrical installations including underground duct banks, conduits, cable pulling, terminations, switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, PDUs, and grounding for xAI Data Centers. Manage and schedule electrical contractors, subcontractors, and on-site crews to deliver project milestones on time and to xAI’s exacting quality and reliability standards. Ensure all contractors adhere to electrical scope, delivering high-integrity power systems critical to data center uptime and operational readiness. Monitor daily night-shift progress of electrical construction, maintaining detailed logs, red-line drawings, and as-built documentation for power infrastructure. Develop and enforce aggressive construction schedules while keeping the project on time and within budget. Champion and enforce xAI’s safety program, building a zero-incident culture across all teams working around energized equipment, excavations, and heavy electrical installations. Lead, train, and supervise foremen and electrical crews, fostering teamwork and accountability in a high-stakes mission-critical environment. Proactively resolve on-site challenges — material delays, technical conflicts, sequencing issues, and coordination with other trades — with a strong focus on electr