Mechanical Commissioning Lead

LotusWorks•New Albany, OH

22h•Onsite

About The Position

LotusWorks, an Engineering Services provider serving global manufacturing facilities across EMEA and North America, is seeking an experienced Mechanical Commissioning Lead for a large-scale semiconductor fab build in New Albany, Ohio. The role leads mechanical commissioning from system start-up through final turnover to the Owner, providing technical leadership to Mechanical Commissioning Engineers and Technicians. The Lead oversees commissioning plans, testing execution, system readiness, turnover deliverables, and coordination with project stakeholders in a fast-paced construction environment. The position covers commissioning for mechanical and process utility systems, including central utility plant systems such as chilled water, hot water, process cooling water, compressed dry air, exhaust, HVAC, and related infrastructure. The Lead is responsible for planning and tracking work, addressing technical, quality, and schedule issues, ensuring adherence to project procedures and safety requirements, supporting integrated systems testing and Owner acceptance, and mentoring the commissioning team. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, approximately 50 hours per week including overtime. Occasional weekend work may be required for critical start-up, testing, commissioning, and turnover activities.

Requirements

At least 6 years of commissioning experience, including discipline lead experience on at least two commissioning projects or one large-scale commissioning project.
Proven experience leading and managing field teams of Commissioning Engineers and Technicians.
Strong knowledge of ASME B31.3, piping systems, pressure testing, flushing, cleaning, and mechanical system start-up methodologies.
Extensive experience commissioning mechanical and process utility systems in industrial, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, mission-critical, or advanced manufacturing environments.
Experience developing, managing, and reviewing commissioning plans, checklists, functional test procedures, turnover packages, and commissioning schedules.
Strong understanding of system turnover processes, punch-list management, deficiency resolution, and Owner acceptance requirements.
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, mechanical drawings, process flow diagrams, specifications, and commissioning documentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Smartsheet, and commissioning management platforms.
Strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and clear written status reporting.
Commitment to safety culture and willingness to work in construction and cleanroom environments.
Proof of education, licenses, certifications, and qualifications is required where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Experience with boiler and chiller plant (BCP) start-up and commissioning.
Semiconductor fabrication facility, data center, pharmaceutical, or other mission-critical construction and commissioning experience.
Experience with Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC/BIM360), or similar project management systems.
Commissioning certifications such as Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA), Building Commissioning Professional (BCxP), or equivalent.
A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred; equivalent commissioning, construction, operations, military, or trade experience will also be considered.
Industry-recognized commissioning credentials such as CxA or BCxP.

Responsibilities

Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineers and Technicians through daily planning, work assignments, resource coordination, and oversight of commissioning activities.
Own the mechanical commissioning plan, schedule, system priorities, and look-ahead activities for assigned project areas.
Review and approve commissioning checklists, inspection records, test procedures, and turnover packages before submission to the Owner.
Lead pressure testing, flushing, cleaning, start-up, and functional testing for mechanical and process utility systems.
Oversee commissioning of central utility plant systems, including chilled water, hot water, process cooling water, compressed dry air, exhaust systems, HVAC systems, and related infrastructure.
Coordinate with construction teams, trade partners, vendors, client representatives, and project leadership to complete and turn over systems.
Resolve escalated technical, quality, and schedule-related issues that affect commissioning progress.
Track commissioning progress, deficiencies, punch-list items, system readiness, and project risks, and provide regular updates to the Commissioning Manager.
Ensure commissioning work follows project procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.
Support integrated systems testing and final Owner acceptance activities.
Mentor, coach, and develop Mechanical Commissioning Engineers and Technicians.