Mission Critical - Sr. Mechanical Specialist
HybridPhoenix, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Lead complex commissioning, testing, and verification activities for mechanical systems supporting mission-critical facilities and data centers. Guide field execution, functional performance testing, startup support, and closeout activities across assigned mechanical scopes. Troubleshoot complex mechanical system issues and drive practical resolution with project teams, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders. Review drawings, specifications, trend data, test results, and system information to evaluate readiness and performance. Communicate commissioning status, risks, findings, and recommendations clearly with clients, contractors, and internal project teams. Mentor Mechanical Specialists and Mechanical Support team members through field coaching, documentation review, and knowledge sharing. This hybrid role requires up to 75% travel to site visits including data centers and active construction environments. Candidates must have 6+ years of experience leading commissioning activities and advanced knowledge of HVAC and MEP systems. Reports to the Mechanical Lead or assigned project technical lead.
Required Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience in mechanical systems, commissioning, facilities operations, engineering, construction, maintenance, or a related technical field
- Advanced working knowledge of HVAC systems, chilled water systems, cooling infrastructure, controls, and related mechanical equipment
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, technical documentation, trend data, and system information
- Advanced understanding of MEP systems, controls, and integrated building operations
- Ability to lead assigned commissioning activities, guide field execution, and escalate complex technical or project issues appropriately
- Strong troubleshooting, quality assurance, communication, documentation, coordination, and teamwork skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and commissioning documentation tools or project software
- Currently authorized to work in the U.S. full-time
- Must be able to perform site inspections, which may include walking project sites, climbing ladders, occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs, and working in confined spaces when needed
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management, and/or a related field
- Experience leading commissioning activities in data centers, mission-critical facilities, healthcare facilities, building automation systems, controls integration, or high-reliability environments
- Hands-on experience supporting functional performance testing, equipment startup, issue tracking, commissioning documentation, or project closeout activities
- Relevant certification or active interest in professional development related to commissioning, building performance, or mission-critical operations
- PE, LEED, CxA, PMP, and/or other equivalent certifications
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