Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer
Hybrid · Dallas, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer responsible for directing mechanical commissioning across data center projects, ensuring adherence to commissioning standards, developing SOPs/MOPs, generating comprehensive commissioning documentation and reports, and coordinating with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams. Role requires overseeing technical aspects of projects, managing commissioning teams, performing integrated system testing (HVAC, Chillers, CRAC/CRAH, Fire alarm and control systems, etc.), validating test results, and facilitating field troubleshooting. Requires 5–10+ years in mechanical commissioning, strong writing and client interaction skills, experience with enterprise data centers/hyperscale environments, and willingness to travel (open to 50% travel) while residing within 60–90 minutes of a major airport. Education background includes a Bachelor's or Associates in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering a plus; ASHRAE experience and MS Office proficiency are advantageous.
Required Qualifications
- 5 to 10+ years experience in the Mechanical Commissioning Field
- Bachelor's / Associates Degree as an Electrical Engineer / Mechanical Engineer a plus
- A/E experience working in complex facilities or mission critical projects
- Previous Data Center / Mission Critical experience a must
- Experience commissioning enterprise data centers, colos, and hyperscale companies
- Mechanical Commissioning experience: mechanical cooling systems, HVAC, CRAC, CRAH, Chillers, Air Handlers, etc.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience with Level 1-5 commissioning
- Experience managing commissioning teams and developing plans for large scale commissioning projects
- Experience with ASHRAE / ASHRAE TC 9.9 procedures and protocols a plus
- Possess basic knowledge of systems design for various projects
- Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project
- Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches that have experience with Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus
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