Senior Electrical Commissioning Project Engineer - Data Center
About The Position
FST Technical Services is seeking a Senior Electrical Commissioning Project Engineer to lead commissioning work for data centers and other critical infrastructure environments. The position is based in Atlanta, Georgia, or Detroit, Michigan, with the successful candidate required to mobilize to Atlanta and remain site-dedicated for the duration of the project assignment. The role is not remote or rotational from home. Regular project-site travel is required, with potential for broader U.S. travel; relocation and mobilization support are offered. The engineer will lead commissioning across the project lifecycle, including functional testing, factory witness testing, and on-site validation. The role evaluates electrical distribution systems and building-system interconnectivity, troubleshoots performance issues, reviews design documents and submittals, and interprets contract documents to identify risks and opportunities. The engineer also manages project assignments against schedule, budget, and quality expectations; leads client and commissioning meetings; documents field work; supports scheduling and revenue targets; and mentors junior engineers. The position requires an electrical engineering degree or a qualified electrician background, relevant electrical systems or commissioning experience, and data center or mission-critical experience. Candidates must be able to work in field environments, climb ladders, and lift approximately 30 pounds. Compensation is listed at $150,000 to $170,000 depending on experience, with comprehensive benefits, monthly per diem, and mobilization support. U.S. work authorization is required; visa sponsorship is not available.
Requirements
- Electrical Engineering degree or qualified electrician background.
- At least 7 years of experience in electrical systems or at least 3 years of commissioning experience.
- Data center or mission-critical experience.
- Experience with electrical distribution, HVAC systems, controls, fire alarm, and automation.
- Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to lead meetings and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work in field environments, climb ladders, and lift approximately 30 pounds.
- Willingness to mobilize to Atlanta, Georgia, and remain site-dedicated for the duration of the project assignment.
- Ability to travel regularly to project sites and work on-site as required.
- Authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
Nice To Haves
- EIT certification.
- CEM certification.
- LEED credential.
- OSHA 30 certification.
- BIM experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead commissioning activities across the full project lifecycle.
- Execute and oversee functional testing, factory witness testing, and on-site validation.
- Manage multiple assignments while maintaining schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
- Interpret contract documents to identify risks and opportunities.
- Evaluate electrical distribution systems and building-system interconnectivity.
- Troubleshoot system performance issues in real time.
- Review design documentation and submittals.
- Lead commissioning meetings and communicate findings.
- Serve as a trusted partner to clients and contractors.
- Complete field reports and documentation, and manage time effectively.
- Support scheduling and revenue targets.
- Mentor junior engineers and support training initiatives.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits.
- Monthly per diem.
- Mobilization support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
