Mechanical Lead

Engineering Economics, Inc.•Covington, GA

5d•$40 - $57•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Mechanical Lead on EEI’s Mission Critical team, you will lead mechanical commissioning execution for data centers and other high-reliability facilities. You will work with project leadership, clients, contractors, vendors, and internal technical teams to help ensure mechanical systems are installed, tested, documented, and operating in alignment with project requirements and client expectations. You will provide discipline-level technical leadership, guide complex field execution, drive issue resolution, and support team development across assigned projects. The role is suited to an experienced mechanical commissioning leader who enjoys leading people and projects, solving complex technical challenges, and building trusted client relationships in mission-critical environments. The work combines office and field-based site visits. Travel is typically up to 75%, with requirements varying by project and individual location. Site visits may involve mission-critical facilities, data centers, active construction environments, mechanical rooms, uneven ground, and varying weather conditions.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in mechanical systems, commissioning, facilities operations, engineering, construction, maintenance, or a related technical field.
Advanced knowledge of HVAC systems, chilled water systems, cooling infrastructure, controls, and related mechanical equipment.
Ability to lead mechanical commissioning execution, guide technical teams, and support complex project coordination.
Advanced understanding of MEP systems, controls, and integrated building operations.
Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, commissioning plans, trend data, and technical documentation.
Strong technical troubleshooting, quality assurance, leadership, communication, documentation, and client-facing skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and commissioning documentation tools or project software.
Currently authorized to work in the U.S. full-time.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
Experience leading commissioning teams or complex commissioning efforts in mission-critical facilities, data centers, healthcare facilities, or other high-reliability environments.
Experience supporting project planning, resource coordination, client communication, issue escalation, and commissioning closeout across multiple projects or teams.
Professional certifications or ongoing development related to commissioning, building performance, project leadership, people leadership, or mechanical systems.
PE, LEED, CxA, PMP, and/or other equivalent certifications are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical commissioning execution for systems supporting mission-critical facilities and data centers.
Oversee field execution, functional performance testing, integrated testing support, and closeout activities across assigned scopes or projects.
Serve as an escalation point for complex mechanical system issues and drive practical resolution with project stakeholders.
Align commissioning activities with project scope, schedule, client expectations, and EEI quality standards.
Communicate project status, technical findings, risks, recommendations, and follow-up needs with clients and project teams.
Provide technical leadership, coaching, and prioritization support for Mechanical Support, Mechanical Specialists, and Sr. Mechanical Specialists.
Help strengthen safe, consistent, and high-quality commissioning practices across the mechanical discipline.
Coordinate and work closely with EEI project teams, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, equipment manufacturers, project stakeholders, engineers, project managers, and senior technical team members across disciplines.
Represent EEI with clients, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 100% employer funded.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).
Company-paid LTD, STD, and basic life insurance.
Voluntary life, accident coverage, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Profit-sharing and discretionary performance bonuses.
401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting.
Vacation and sick time.
Eight paid holidays and two floating holidays.
Parental leave.
Milestone Travel Award every five years.
Paid certifications, seminars, and conferences.
Professional development opportunities.