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Mechanical Commissioning Lead – Data Centers

Job in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa, 52404, USA
Listing for: Peter Kazella and Associates, Inc
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Mechanical Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 125000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 125000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Mechanical Commissioning Lead – Data Centers – Cedar Rapids, IA

Our client is an engineering design and commissioning company with a national footprint that specializes in MEP critical facilities design. They provide design, commissioning, consulting and management expertise in the Critical Facilities Space, focusing on reliability, energy efficiency, sustainable design and LEED capabilities for Enterprise, Colocation and Hyperscale clients. This opportunity offers career growth on exciting projects with leading-edge technology and competitive salaries and benefits.

Responsibilities
  • Lead multiple commissioning projects consisting of a full team of commissioning engineers and commissioning project managers on a wide range of data center commissioning projects.
  • Serve as a technical resource, managing the technical aspects of projects and guiding commissioning teams; initially may not manage staff directly.
  • Ensure commissioning standards are followed for equipment pre-start-up and start-up procedures; develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Methods of Procedures (MOPs); ensure comprehensive commissioning documentation.
  • Ensure the overall commissioning process meets high standards: commissioning test procedures and reports; commissioning logs, equipment checklists, and other tracking tools; comprehensive reports including recommendations for optimizing building operations, functional checklists, deficiencies, equipment operation, and maintenance manuals.
  • Have the team follow Commissioning Standards: review design criteria, specifications, drawings, equipment submittals and other commissioning documentation; perform integrated system testing and load bank testing; conduct functional tests for building MEP systems (e.g., fire alarm/control systems, HVAC, chillers, CRAC units, electrical distribution, UPS, standby generators, emergency lighting); develop commissioning plans; follow company QC processes.
  • Interface with clients, contractors, equipment vendors and owners’ agents as needed.
  • Execute project assignments; interface with project contractors, vendors, testing technicians, and internal teams (engineering, design, etc.).
  • Verify commissioning results in test reports and assist with field troubleshooting of commissioned equipment; field experience with Power Quality Analyzers, Power Disturbance Analyzers, data loggers and related testing equipment.
Qualifications
  • 5 to 10+ years of experience in Electrical/Mechanical commissioning.
  • Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is a plus.
  • Experience in A/E work on complex facilities or mission-critical projects; prior data center/mission-critical experience is required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with heavy emphasis on writing, documentation and client interaction.
  • Experience with Level 1-5 commissioning and managing commissioning teams for large-scale projects.
  • Experience with IEEE/ASHRAE procedures and protocols is a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of systems design for various projects; proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
  • Military/veteran experience in electrical/mechanical fields is a plus.
  • Willingness to travel 50–70% (not long periods; multiple shorter trips); if based near a major data center, travel may be closer to 10–20%.
  • Must live near a major airport.
Submittal Instructions

Please apply directly by clicking the link below or forward your resume to: pma3oombh

For questions after applying, you may call  and ask for Iggy. You can also view other Critical Facility openings at:

Referral program
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If this job is not for you, feel free to forward this along. WE PAY FOR REFERRALS!!

Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan

EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V

Pkaza LLC is a third-party employment firm. All fees assessed by Pkaza LLC will be paid by the employer represented and not by the candidate.

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