Data Centre - Commissioning Engineer (Mission Critical)
About The Position
A leading enterprise-class data center operator headquartered in Dallas is hiring a Commissioning Engineer in Red Oak, Texas, in the Dallas–Fort Worth metro area. The role leads commissioning for mission-critical data center construction projects, including new builds and expansions, and reports to the Manager, Commissioning. The engineer owns site-specific Level 1 through Level 5 commissioning, coordinates commissioning plans and schedules across project disciplines, and oversees subcontractor commissioning activities. The role also supports project closeout and handover to facility operations, ensuring systems perform as designed and documentation is complete.
Requirements
- At least 5 years leading commissioning in mission-critical facilities.
- A degree in engineering or construction management, or equivalent experience.
- Strong MEP knowledge and the ability to read owner project requirements, drawings, schematics, and sequences of operation.
- Experience developing and executing commissioning plans, scripts, and procedures.
- Knowledge of NETA standards, BMS and EPMS, access control, and CCTV.
- Experience scheduling with MS Project or Primavera P6, using DCMA 14 or a similar approach.
- Clear communication with trade partners, vendors, and non-technical stakeholders.
- Comfort working on active construction sites, including using ladders, stairs, and personnel hoists.
Responsibilities
- Lead site-specific Level 1 to Level 5 commissioning for new and expansion projects.
- Develop commissioning plans, scripts, and procedures across multiple disciplines.
- Create start-up and commissioning schedules integrated with the project schedule, and provide monthly critical-path reporting.
- Develop commissioning RFPs and manage them through award.
- Conduct weekly punch-list reviews and develop a punch-list prevention plan.
- Review design documents, specifications, vendor submittals, and start-up procedures.
- Oversee electrical, mechanical, fire alarm, fire protection, and controls subcontractors.
- Prepare closeout documentation and support a smooth handover to facility operations.
Benefits
- Base salary of $170,000 to $190,000 plus a 10% bonus.
- Health coverage.
- Dental coverage.
- Vision coverage.
- Short-term disability insurance.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
