Traveling Commissioning Engineer III; Mechanical

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Overview

The Mechanical Commissioning Engineer L3 is responsible for Level 3, 4, and 5 commissioning of base building systems and components in a data center environment. This includes, but is not limited to, testing and validation of connectivity, life safety, chillers, water loops/components, cooling distribution equipment, pumps, control valves, split units, humidifiers, sequence of operations, and building management and automation systems. The role requires support for construction/commissioning activities, which may include nights and weekends.

Travel

Estimated 75%+ travel to other sites across the United States.

• Assist in all site construction activity and installations, in coordination with QTS Development Team, external construction resources, to ensure system design, installation and testing adhere to operational standards.
• Conduct thorough commissioning activities, ensuring that all systems are installed, tested, and validated according to industry standards and client specifications.
• Monitor any issues during the commissioning process, working closely with the project team to resolve technical challenges and provide feedback to program management.
• Create and/or review detailed commissioning documentation, including test procedures, reports, and as-built documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Witness testing of all equipment during commissioning and validate sequence of operations and receipt of all operational documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, project managers, contractors, commissioning agents, and facilities operations to ensure seamless integration of systems during the commissioning phase without impacting the operational portions of the campus or building.
• Implement quality control measures to meet the highest standards during the build and commissioning process, adhering to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Mentor and serve as a subject‑matter expert for junior Commissioning Engineers.

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Seven or more years of work experience in data center engineering, commissioning, project management, or equivalent.
• Background in building maintenance, CCTV and access control systems, network, telecommunications, and/or fire detection/suppression systems.
• Ability to travel to other Data Center locations as required.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• US Citizenship required (due to federal customer contracts).

• Firm understanding of both mechanical and electrical equipment, systems and design related to data centers.
• Knowledge of electricity and medium to low voltage electrical distribution systems.
• Experience with emergency backup systems (generators, UPS, battery backup).
• Experience with various mechanical cooling solutions (chillers, CRAH, CRAC, pumps, heat exchangers, etc.).
• Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance, single line drawings, critical scripted work, and sequence of operations.

• Analyze operations of various systems, determine causes of problems and malfunctions, and take corrective action.
• Acquire and apply job‑related knowledge within set guidelines and expectations.
• Develop solutions and create technical plans on projects.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to function in a team environment.
• Computer skills and familiarity with MS Office, Outlook, and web‑based applications.

Position may involve frequent typing, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and lifting. Lifting requirements up to 50 lbs regularly, with heavier weight performed with other individuals or lifting aids.

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition…