<div class="content-intro"><h3><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">ABOUT xAI</span></strong></h3> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">xAI’s mission is to create AI systems that can accurately understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Our team is small, highly motivated, and focused on engineering excellence. This organization is for individuals who appreciate challenging themselves and thrive on curiosity. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">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. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">All employees are expected to have strong communication skills. They should be able to concisely and accurately share knowledge with their teammates.</span></p></div><p><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE</strong></p> <p>You will oversee mechanical contractors and crews building the advanced mechanical infrastructure for xAI’s Memphis Data Center — including large-scale HVAC and cooling systems, chilled water plants, condenser water systems, process piping, pumps, CRAC/CRAH units, cooling towers, and fire protection systems. If you thrive on hands-on leadership, complex industrial mechanical construction, and contributing to high-impact AI infrastructure, join us to help deliver one of the most advanced and efficient data centers in the world.</p> <p>This is a full-time, onsite role based in Memphis, Tennessee, with relocation required depending on additional construction locations within the US.</p> <h3><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Oversee and coordinate mechanical installations during night shift hours, including chilled water piping, condenser systems, HVAC equipment, cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers, ductwork, CRAC/CRAH units, and fire suppression systems for xAI Data Centers.</li> <li>Manage and schedule mechanical contractors, subcontractors, and on-site crews to deliver project milestones on time and to xAI’s exacting quality and reliability standards.</li> <li>Ensure all contractors adhere to mechanical scope, delivering high-integrity cooling and process systems critical to data center uptime, efficiency, and thermal management.</li> <li>Monitor daily night-shift progress of mechanical construction, maintaining detailed logs, red-line drawings, and as-built documentation for all mechanical infrastructure.</li> <li>Develop and enforce aggressive construction schedules while keeping the project on time and within budget.</li> <li>Champion and enforce xAI’s safety program, building a zero-incident culture across all teams working around heavy mechanical equipment, pressurized systems, and elevated work during night operations.</li> <li>Lead, train, and supervise foremen and mechanical crews, fostering teamwork and accountability in a high-stakes mission-critical environment.</li> <li>Proactively resolve on-site challenges — material delays, technical conflicts, sequencing issues, and coordination with electrical/civil trades — with a strong focus on mechanical system reliability and code compliance.</li> <li>Conduct regular night-shift site inspections to verify compliance with local regulations, mechanical codes, safety protocols, and xAI’s stringent quality standards.</li> <li>Prepare and present clear progress reports, mechanical construction metrics, and risk updates to senior leadership.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</strong></h3> <ul> <li>3+ years managing mechanical construction teams with strong emphasis on large-scale industrial or mission-critical mechanical projects.</li> <li>3+ years of direct hands-on experience in mechanical installations including process piping, HVAC systems, chilled water plants, pumps, and cooling infrastructure — ideally on data centers, industrial processes, or heavy mechanical projects.</li> <li>High school diploma or equivalency certificate.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Postsecondary diploma or degree in construction management, mechanical engineering, or related field.</li> <li>Proven track record supervising mechanical construction for data centers, hyperscale facilities, or similar mission-critical environments.</li> <li>Familiarity with Memphis-area building codes, mechanical regulations (IMC, ASME, NFPA), and industrial permitting.</li> <li>Experience with construction management software (Procore, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, MS Project, etc.) on complex infrastructure projects.</li> <li>Deep knowledge of mechanical construction critical paths, sequencing, and coordination with electrical/civil trades through commissioning and startup.</li> <li>Strong understanding of data center mechanical specifications, redundancy requirements (N+1, 2N), energy efficiency, and cooling systems designed for 24/7 operation.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to lead diverse crews under tight deadlines while maintaining collaboration and safety.</li> <li>Expert-level commitment to mechanical safety (pressure systems, LOTO, confined space) and history of building strong safety cultures on regulated sites.</li> <li>Excellent problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills for technically complex mechanical scenarios.</li> <li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, Project) for reporting and scheduling.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Subject to pre-employment drug screening and random drug and alcohol testing.</li> <li>Subject to pre-employment and annual post-employment background checks.</li> <li>Comfortable working in industrial environments with exposure to noise, heavy equipment, excavations, and mechanical systems.</li> <li>Available to work <strong>night shift</strong> as the primary schedule, with flexibility for evenings and weekends as site operational needs dictate.</li> <li>Ability to lift 25+ lbs and perform physically demanding tasks in outdoor/tight conditions.</li> </ul> <p>If you are a hands-on mechanical construction leader who excels in high-stakes, mission-critical environments and is ready to own the night shift on groundbreaking AI infrastructure, we encourage you to apply.</p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><em>xAI is an equal opportunity employer. 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