Job Title: Commissioning Engineer I/II – Data Center
Location: (Phoenix/Glendale, AZ), / U.S. – Travel Required (up to 75%)
Contract: 6-12 Month Initial Contract (possible FTE conversion)
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer I/II to join a dynamic team responsible for delivering state-of-the-art data center environments. This role involves overseeing commissioning activities for base building systems, security, life safety, electrical, mechanical, and EPMS/BMS systems. You will serve as both a technical expert and project liaison, ensuring systems are installed, tested, and validated to the highest standards.
This position requires hands-on engagement with construction and commissioning activities, including occasional nights and weekends, as well as significant travel to data center sites across the U.S.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive commissioning plans for Level 1–5 systems, including electrical, mechanical, security, life safety, network infrastructure, and building automation.
- Conduct thorough testing, validation, and documentation of all commissioned systems.
- Identify, track, and resolve technical issues, collaborating with project teams and third-party commissioning agents.
- Review and create detailed commissioning documentation, including test procedures, as-built records, and reports.
- Witness equipment testing and validate operational procedures, SOPs, MOPs, and ERP protocols.
- Provide training to end-users and maintenance personnel on commissioned systems.
- Implement quality control measures and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Support preventative and corrective maintenance using established change management processes.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- Minimum five years of experience in data center engineering, commissioning, or project management.
- Background in building maintenance, CCTV/access control, network, telecommunications, and/or fire detection/suppression systems.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively to other data center locations.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
- U.S. Citizenship required due to federal customer contracts.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in data centers.
- Knowledge of medium- to low-voltage electrical distribution systems.
- Experience with emergency backup systems (generators, UPS, battery backup).
- Experience with mechanical cooling solutions (Chillers, CRAH, CRAC, Pumps, Heat Exchangers).
- Familiarity with equipment operation, maintenance, single line drawings, and sequence of operations.
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose and correct system issues.
- Ability to develop technical plans and implement solutions effectively.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Team-oriented mindset with strong collaboration capabilities.
- Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs., standing, walking, and performing other physical tasks as needed.
- Proficient with web-based applications and standard office software.
