Mechanical Commissioning Engineer - home every weekend

Pkaza•Richmond, VA

About The Position

The Mechanical Commissioning Engineer (also described as a Mechanical Commissioning Agent) supports data center construction projects across the Southeast, coordinating between engineering and construction teams to drive the commissioning process. The role focuses on quality, installation, commissioning, and acceptance of critical facility infrastructure in accordance with company policies and procedures. The engineer coordinates commissioning schedules with the master schedule and reports site status to senior leadership and clients. The position leads Level 1–3 commissioning and works with third-party commissioning firms on work above Level 3. It involves coordinating contractors, vendors, technicians, and clients; reviewing project documentation; preparing and administering tests; troubleshooting commissioned equipment; and developing operational procedures and documentation. The role also supports mission-critical operations and maintenance initiatives and applies industry best practices to critical environment programs. This is a regional traveling role serving data center sites throughout the Southeast, with travel in week-long intervals and the employee home every weekend. Relocation is available. The employer offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Requirements

4–10+ years of experience with mechanical or HVAC systems.
Bachelor’s or associate degree in mechanical engineering, or relevant experience; military experience is also noted.
3–5 years of quality assurance/quality control, commissioning, MEP coordination, or other relevant experience.
Experience commissioning enterprise data centers, colocation facilities, or hyperscale facilities.
Mechanical equipment testing experience in a critical facilities or data center environment.
Basic knowledge of HVAC and mechanical-system design for HVAC equipment in a data center environment.
Experience conducting Level 1–5 commissioning.
Experience with BIM 360/ACC, CxAlloy, and end-user ACMS as necessary.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, and Teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; the role involves substantial writing, documentation, and client interaction.
Strong analytical, planning, and problem-resolution skills.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to demonstrate project-management abilities.
Strong customer-service skills.
Willingness to undertake substantial regional travel in week-long intervals and be home every weekend.

Nice To Haves

Data center project experience on projects of 5 MW or larger.
Previous experience working with a general contractor or third-party commissioning agent company.
Architecture/engineering experience in complex facilities or mission-critical projects.
Commissioning certifications such as BCxP, CxA, or CCP.
Mechanical/HVAC certificates or licenses.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) credential.
Experience with ASHRAE and ASHRAE Technical Committee 9.9 procedures and protocols.
Military or veteran experience involving electrical or mechanical systems, including the listed service and technical specialties.

Responsibilities

Travel to data center sites throughout the Southeast and conduct periodic site walkthroughs to verify company procedures and standards.
Manage and perform Level 1–3 commissioning procedures, ensuring work follows established practices and procedures.
Oversee third-party commissioning firms performing work above Level 3.
Coordinate commissioning schedules with the master schedule and communicate commissioning and operational-process status to senior management and clients.
Manage site acceptance and commissioning to ensure facilities meet company standards.
Establish performance benchmarks, analyze critical-facility operations and maintenance, and prepare reports.
Participate in daily commissioning meetings covering equipment pre-startup and startup, standard operating procedures, methods of procedure, and commissioning documentation.
Prepare commissioning test procedures and reports; develop and maintain commissioning logs, equipment checklists, and project tracking tools.
Write reports that may include recommendations for optimizing building operations, functional checklists, deficiencies, and equipment operation and maintenance manuals.
Review design criteria, specifications, drawings, equipment submittals, and other commissioning documentation.
Conduct integrated systems testing and load-bank testing, and compile testing results.
Develop and administer functional tests for building MEP systems, including fire alarm and control systems, HVAC, chillers, and CRAC units.
Prepare commissioning plans and support system assembly while following company quality-control processes and procedures.
Help lead and manage external resources; schedule and direct commissioning meetings; attend construction and coordination meetings when required.
Coordinate projects with business leaders and help manage capacity and optimize plant safety, performance, reliability, and efficiency.
Interface with clients, contractors, equipment vendors, owners’ agents, project contractors, and testing technicians; collaborate with engineering, design, and other company teams.
Execute project assignments, verify test-report results, and assist with field troubleshooting of commissioned equipment.
Operate power quality analyzers, power disturbance analyzers, data loggers, and related system-testing equipment in the field.
Conduct critical-facility operations and maintenance program analysis and reporting.
Coordinate with design and construction teams; assess, recommend, and implement industry best practices in new and existing critical environment programs.
Develop process documentation and training materials.