Mechanical Commissioning Engineer (Data Center)

Veolia•Fredericksburg, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing commissioning of mechanical systems, primarily in data center environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mechanical systems design, construction, and operation, with experience in the commissioning process for various system sizes and complexities. The position requires theoretical and practical knowledge in commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting mechanical systems and related controls. Responsibilities include reviewing project information, executing field activities, maintaining documentation, assisting senior engineers, and guiding associate engineers. The role demands technical competency, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team.

Requirements

BSc/MSc in Mechanical Engineering with 2 or more years with mission critical project experience, or relevant and applicable industry mechanical and/or controls experience OR Minimum of 4 or more years of experience in commissioning with mission critical project experience, or relevant and applicable industry mechanical and/or controls experience.
Experience in Mission Critical facility commissioning essential.
Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, proactive, problem solver.
Good communication and relationship skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work with limited supervision.
Deep understanding and application of test instrumentation.
Team player and a “client-first” mentality.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge & experience with ASHRAE or BCxA commissioning guidelines preferred.
Control and programming experience a plus.
Reasonable understanding of building management systems (BMS) and/or electrical power monitoring system (EPMS).
Professional Engineers (PE) License and/or a commissioning certification a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Commission mechanical, plumbing & fire alarm and suppression equipment and related controls, primarily in data center environments.
Review system designs for compliance with client facility goals.
Assist with preparing plans and procedures for execution of the commissioning process.
Conduct commissioning activities from the design phase through the occupation phase, in accordance with client requirements and industry commissioning process best practices.
Attend factory testing of equipment and document procedures and results.
Conduct functional testing of equipment and measure results using test instrumentation.
Fully document all field procedures including results, issues and observations either via company provided templates or online applications.
Report on system performance and make technical recommendations on issues.
Work with project teams to coordinate and execute field activities.
Review and provide input on commissioning project documentation and schedules.
Assist with submitting and maintaining daily commissioning reports.
Assist in the training of Associate Project Engineers.
Respond to project team and client inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
Comply with company, client, and project safety requirements.
Be knowledgeable with Mechanical, Plumbing & FLS building systems & equipment, including, but not limited to: Air Cooled Chiller Water Cooled Chiller Cooling Tower Direct Evaporative Cooling System Air Handling Unit Computer Room Air Conditioning Unit Process Water Plants Boilers Fuel Systems Backup generators Gas turbines Reciprocating engines Steam turbines Selective catalytic reduction systems Fan Coil Unit DX Split System Fan Array Chemical Injection System Variable Frequency Drive Variable Refrigerant Volume System Rooftop Unit Variable Air Volume Unit Makeup Air Unit Hydronic Pump Leak Detection Heat Trace DDC & PLC Controls Fire Pumps & Controller Pre‐Action Fire Suppression System Fire Alarm Control Panel VESDA System Domestic Water Pumps & Heaters