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xAI · 1 day ago

Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Supervisor

xAI is a company focused on creating AI systems that enhance humanity's understanding of the universe. The O&M Supervisor will lead a team in the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of a significant gas turbine facility, ensuring compliance and optimizing performance across various engineering disciplines.
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Responsibilities

Oversee Control Room Operations: Lead the team in safely starting, operating, monitoring, and shutting down LM6000 gas turbines and BOP systems. Coordinate fast-start dispatches, alarm responses, and effective communication within the facility operations team. Review and approve shift logs, LOTO records, and regulatory compliance documentation
Supervise Mechanical maintenance specific to LM6000: Direct Level 1–2 maintenance activities, borescope inspections, combustor/TBC inspections, and unit alignments. Assign tasks for replacing VBV/IGV actuators, lube oil system maintenance, and servicing starters/clutches. Ensure quality control and safety protocols are followed
Manage Electrical maintenance: Supervise testing and maintenance of 13.8 kV switchgear, generator breakers, and MODs. Oversee exciter and AVR testing, protective relay calibration, and black-start diesel support. Coordinate troubleshooting of 480 V MCCs, motor testing, and infrared thermography
Lead Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) duties: Guide calibration and troubleshooting of vibration, temperature, pressure, and speed sensors. Direct testing of fire & gas systems (Det-Tronics, etc.) and loop checks
Oversee Water Treatment & Chemistry duties: Manage daily operations of the Reverse Osmosis/demineralized water system for NOx water, SPRINT, fogging, and water wash systems. Supervise water purity testing (conductivity, silica, TDS, ph), chemical dosing, and resin bed regeneration
Administer LOTO, hot work, and confined-space permits; ensure team adherence to safety standards
Plan and lead scheduled LM6000 borescope, combustion, and hot section outages, including resource allocation and vendor coordination
Manage critical spares inventory, CMMS records, and procurement needs
Mentor, train, and develop apprentices, technicians, and contractors; conduct performance evaluations and foster a high-performance team environment
Develop and implement maintenance schedules, procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance facility reliability and efficiency

Qualification

LM6000 aeroderivative turbinesControl Room OperationsMechanical maintenanceElectrical maintenanceInstrumentation & ControlsWater Treatment/ChemistryCMMS systemsTrainingLeadership skillsConflict resolutionMentoringCommunication

Required

Minimum 5–10 years of direct hands-on experience on LM6000 aeroderivative turbines (Level 1/2/3 maintenance qualified strongly preferred), with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or leadership role
Demonstrated competency in all five core disciplines: Control Room Operations, Mechanical, Electrical, I&C, and Water Treatment/Chemistry
Proven ability to lead and manage a technical team, including training, performance management, and conflict resolution
Ability to read and interpret LM6000-specific P&IDs, electrical one-line diagrams; Medium-voltage experience is a plus
Strong computer skills, including CMMS systems
Valid driver's license and ability to pass background check, drug screen, respiratory fit test, and physical
Physical Requirements: Work at heights, in confined spaces, and around high-voltage equipment. Lift 50+ lbs repeatedly, climb turbine enclosures, and wear full PPE including respirator. Tolerate high heat and humidity inside LM6000 enclosures and outdoor extreme weather conditions

Preferred

LM6000 Level 1, 2, or 3 Maintenance Certification
DCS Maintenance & Troubleshooting
NFPA 70E Electrical Safety
Vibration Analyst Category II or higher
Leadership certifications or experience in industrial operations management

Company

xAI

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XAI is an artificial intelligence startup that develops AI solutions and tools to enhance reasoning and search capabilities.

H1B Sponsorship

xAI has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$42.73B
Key Investors
Neptune Digital AssetsSpaceXMorgan Stanley
2026-02-02Acquired
2026-01-06Series E· $20B
2025-12-11Secondary Market· $0.3M

Leadership Team

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Greg Yang
Co-Founder
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Yuhuai Wu
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