MECHANICAL COMMISSIONING ENGINEER (DATA CENTER)

Duncan & Ross Consulting; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Duncan & Ross Consulting in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Junior Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical) to support the commissioning of a 200MW data center project. You will verify, test, and document mechanical systems to ensure they meet the Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) and Basis of Design (BoD).

You will assist in planning and executing test scripts, witness FATs and SATs, maintain records, and coordinate with MEP trades to ensure smooth commissioning and handover.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in mechanical commissioning or MEP/building services.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and data center cooling.
• Familiarity with commissioning standards (ASHRAE Guideline 0/1.1, IPMVP).
• Preferred CCP/ATP certifications or chartership under way.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of commissioning plans, test scripts, and functional performance tests for mechanical systems.
• Witness and document FATs and SATs.
• Assist with pre-functional checklists, startup verification, and commissioning activities.
• Track punch lists/issues logs and follow up on resolution with contractors.
• Review mechanical shop drawings, submittals, and O&M documentation for design intent.
• Support IST coordination between mechanical, electrical, and controls trades.
• Maintain accurate commissioning records, test data, and reports per CxA standards.
• Attend site walks, coordination meetings, and commissioning progress meetings.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Mechanical commissioning

Project coordination

Education

Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

BMS/Controls platforms

ASHE/IPMVP awareness

Job description

We are seeking a Junior Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical) to support the commissioning of a 200MW data center project. This role assists in the verification, testing, and documentation of mechanical systems to confirm they are designed, installed, and performing in line with the Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) and Basis of Design (BoD).

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support development and execution of commissioning plans, test scripts, and functional performance tests for mechanical systems (chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, cooling towers, pumps, piping systems, air handling units, BMS integration).
• Witness and document factory acceptance tests (FATs) and site acceptance tests (SATs).
• Assist with pre-functional checklists, startup verification, and Level 1–5 commissioning activities.
• Track and log deficiencies (punch lists/issues logs) and follow up on resolution with contractors.
• Review mechanical shop drawings, submittals, and O&M documentation for compliance with design intent.
• Support integrated systems testing (IST) coordination between mechanical, electrical, and controls trades.
• Maintain accurate commissioning records, test data, and reports in line with CxA documentation standards.
• Attend site walks, coordination meetings, and commissioning progress meetings.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 1–3 years of experience in mechanical commissioning, MEP construction, or building services, ideally within data centers, critical facilities, or mission-critical environments.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems, chilled water plants, and cooling infrastructure typical of hyperscale data centers.
• Familiarity with commissioning standards (e.g., ASHRAE Guideline 0/1.1, IPMVP, or equivalent).
• Exposure to BMS/controls platforms (Preferred).
• Experience working under a formal CxA scope on large-scale or mission-critical projects (Preferred).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCP, ATP, or working toward chartership) (Preferred).

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