Commissioning Project Engineer, Data Centers

Fluidstack • Austin, TX

7h • $150,000 - $220,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Commissioning Project Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing commissioning activities for data center and mission critical facility projects, with a primary focus on Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and the development, review, and approval of project test procedures. This role ensures all critical infrastructure systems — from power and cooling to controls and monitoring — are fully validated against design intent before energization and handover, protecting uptime, reliability, and client SLA commitments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent technical qualification)
• 4–8 years of experience in commissioning or project engineering, with at least 2 years in data center, colocation, or mission critical environments
• Demonstrated experience coordinating FATs for mission critical equipment (UPS, generators, switchgear, cooling systems) and developing multi-level commissioning test procedures
• Working knowledge of Uptime Institute Tier classification methodology, TIA-942, ASHRAE TC 9.9, and NFPA 70/72/75/76
• Strong understanding of single-line diagrams, electrical distribution architecture, mechanical schematics, sequence of operations, and BMS/EPMS control logic
• Familiarity with data center metrics including PUE, redundancy configurations (N, N+1, 2N), and critical load testing protocols
• Proficiency in commissioning management software and document control platforms
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for vendor FATs and site commissioning support

Nice To Haves

• Experience on hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center projects (50MW+)
• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), ACG Cx credentials, or equivalent
• Experience with generator paralleling systems, medium voltage switchgear, static transfer switches (STS), and UPS systems
• Exposure to liquid cooling technologies including rear-door heat exchangers, direct liquid cooling (DLC), and immersion cooling

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Factory Witness Tests (FWTs) for mission critical equipment including UPS systems, generators, switchgear, PDUs, transformers, precision cooling units (CRACs/CRAHs/CDUs), BMS/EPMS controllers, and fire suppression systems
• Review and approve vendor-submitted FAT procedures prior to testing, ensuring alignment with project specifications, Uptime Institute Tier standards, and client-specific requirements
• Develop and distribute FAT schedules, witness notifications, and travel logistics for internal teams, client representatives, and third-party commissioning agents (CxAs)
• Attend and lead witness tests at manufacturer facilities, documenting results, managing non-conformance reports (NCRs), and driving punch list resolution
• Ensure all test data packages, certificates of conformance, and factory test reports are complete and submitted per project documentation requirements
• Coordinate re-test scheduling with vendors where equipment fails to meet acceptance criteria, managing impacts to overall project schedule
• Lead the review, development, and approval of Level 1 through Level 5 commissioning test procedures across all critical systems, including electrical distribution, standby power, mechanical cooling, controls, DCIM/BMS integration, and security/access systems
• Ensure procedures align with ASHRAE, TIA-942, Uptime Institute, and applicable NEC/NFPA standards, as well as owner-specified commissioning requirements
• Coordinate interdisciplinary procedure reviews with MEP engineers, IT infrastructure teams, controls specialists, and HSE representatives
• Maintain a master commissioning procedure register, tracking revision status, approval workflows, and issue-for-construction releases
• Issue approved procedures to field commissioning teams, providing technical clarification and support during integrated systems testing (IST) and critical load testing
• Identify and resolve conflicts between test procedures, engineering deliverables, and equipment submittals
• Track and report commissioning progress against project milestones, including shell & core readiness, critical path mechanical and electrical completions, and white space readiness
• Maintain commissioning databases, test records, and punch lists in commissioning management platforms (e.g., Cx Alloy, ICAT, Procore)
• Coordinate with procurement and equipment expediting teams to align vendor FAT dates with construction and fit-out schedules
• Participate in commissioning readiness reviews, pre-TAB meetings, and critical power energization planning
• Support the development of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) documentation and system turnover packages
• Liaise with hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise end-users during witness testing and integrated system validation

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package (cash + equity).
• Retirement or pension plan, in line with local norms.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous PTO policy, in line with local norms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level