Senior Data Centre Commissioning Engineer – Europe

Black & White Engineering; Dubai; On-site; AED 380,000 - 591,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & White Engineering is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to lead commissioning across mission-critical data centre projects in Europe. You will manage planning, testing, and handover, working with clients, contractors, and design teams to ensure systems perform as intended.

The role covers full lifecycle commissioning from early planning to client handover, with travel across European locations. You will mentor colleagues and drive safe, reliable operation of critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering required or equivalent.
• Experience commissioning data centres or mission-critical facilities.
• Knowledge of commissioning lifecycle (L1-5) and ISTs.

Responsibilities

• Develop commissioning plans, test procedures, and Level 1-5 commissioning processes.
• Review construction and design documentation to define commissioning requirements and testing strategies.
• Coordinate commissioning activities with construction teams, designers, vendors, contractors, and client representatives.
• Plan and manage MOPs, SOPs, and EOPs for critical systems testing.
• Lead or support FATs, SATs, PFCs, FPTs, and ISTs.
• Verify system redundancy, failover strategies, resilience, and operating performance.
• Identify and resolve technical issues while supporting milestone delivery.
• Maintain commissioning records, issue logs, and performance data.
• Support operational readiness and client handover processes.
• Promote safe commissioning practices, including LOTO procedures and energisation protocols.
• Provide regular updates to project teams and clients, and mitigate risks.

Skills

Data centre commissioning

Stakeholder management

Documentation & reporting

Technical problem solving

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Building Services, Controls, Mechatronics, or related engineering

Tools

CxAlloy

Procore

EQUA

Job description

Black & White Engineering is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to lead commissioning across mission-critical data centre projects in Europe. You will manage planning, testing, and handover, working with clients, contractors, and design teams to ensure systems perform as intended.

The role covers full lifecycle commissioning from early planning to client handover, with travel across European locations. You will mentor colleagues and drive safe, reliable operation of critical infrastructure.