Data Center Commissioning Specialist - Mechanical - Building Engineering

Gresham Smith•Nashville, TN

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of mission-critical commissioning in the rapidly expanding data center industry. Our commissioning team specializes in commissioning the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems of a diverse range of facilities, including mission-critical, industrial, healthcare, aviation, commercial, and education facilities. We ensure reliability, efficiency, and quality in every project. We are seeking a Data Center Commissioning Specialist - Mechanical with experience in mechanical/HVAC data center commissioning for major technology clients.

Requirements

HS Diploma or A.S. Degree
Minimum of 2 years of experience in commissioning, mechanical engineering, or related construction trades (Mechanical, TAB, or Controls).
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (specifically EXCEL), and commissioning software.
Ability to travel frequently on a flexible schedule for national project sites AND/OR relocate to project sites for the duration of commissioning efforts.
Adequate understanding of mechanical system installations with integration into Building Automation Systems (BAS) and advanced control platforms.
Proven ability to function within a team environment.
Valid Driver’s License and clean background check (drug screenings will be a requirement of the site).

Nice To Haves

Experience commissioning enterprise-level data centers for global technology organizations.
Familiarity with Tier certification standards (Uptime Institute Tier III & IV).
Mechanical Engineering Degree from a four-year college; EIT qualification is a plus.
Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA) or other recognized commissioning certification (e.g., BCxP, CCP, CPMP).
Certified Data Centre Professional (CDCP) or equivalent is a plus.
Experience with LEED and energy efficiency standards for data centers.

Responsibilities

Perform on-site commissioning of critical infrastructure, including cooling systems (CRAC, CRAH, chiller plants), humidification systems, and fire suppression systems.
Execute scope as directed by the Site Lead and the Mechanical Commissioning Lead.
Provide timely reporting to the Site Lead and Mechanical Commissioning Lead – noting any issues or items of urgency/importance; participate in commissioning-related meetings requiring articulation on technical details.
Train and mentor trainees on best practices for data center commissioning, including mechanical systems, TAB, and controls integration.
Follow commissioning protocols directed by the client and supervisors.
Execute project-specific mechanical commissioning scopes for data center environments.
Develop and review commissioning plans, including narratives, pre-functional checklists, and functional performance tests tailored to data centers.
Assist in schedule and coordination of commissioning site visits and deliverables for large data center projects.
Conduct and document Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Integrated Systems Testing (IST).
Monitor performance trends and analyze system reliability for Tier III and Tier IV data centers.
Review testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) reports with a focus on precision cooling requirements and airflow management.
Assess and provide recommendations for building automation systems (BAS) and controls integration.
Prepare and submit final commissioning reports that align with major technology company expectations.
Coordinate and work with electrical CxA counterpart in executing commissioning work.