Mission-Critical Data Centre Commissioning Engineer

HDR; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Broad-based Employee Shares Program

Flexible work arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

HDR is seeking Commissioning Engineers and Technicians to join their Building Engineering Services Team in Melbourne, Australia. Candidates should demonstrate experience in commissioning, particularly in the Mission Critical or Health sectors. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach are essential. HDR offers flexibility in work arrangements, opportunities for collaboration on diverse projects, and a supportive culture promoting inclusion and diversity. Successful candidates will contribute to high-performance engineering solutions in data centre design.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in commissioning, ideally with Mission Critical or Health sectors.
• Experience conducting equipment inspection and Factory Acceptance Tests.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

Skills

Commissioning or facility engineering experience

Strong communication skills

Proactive and organised approach

Job description

Employee-owned HDR is currently seeking Commissioning Engineers and Commissioning Technicians to join our Building Engineering Services Team in Australia for existing and future projects.

We are inviting applications from:

• Electrical Commissioning Engineers
• Mechanical Commissioning Engineers
• Commissioning Project Managers
• Commissioning Technicians
• Commissioning Graduates
  
  

Candidates with experience in Mission Critical (Data Centres) and/or the Health sector are strongly encouraged to apply.

About You

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in commissioning or facility engineering, ideally working within the Mission Critical (Data Centre) and/or Health sectors.
• Experience conducting equipment inspection, Factory Witness Tests, and Factory Acceptance Tests.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a collaborative team.
• A proactive, organised approach with confidence to take ownership of commissioning outcomes on complex projects.
• A genuine commitment to quality, continuous improvement and HDR values.
  
  

Security requirements: You hold Australian Citizenship (Baseline or higher Australian Government Security Clearance, or eligibility to obtain) - required. To check your eligibility, please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

How To Apply

Please express your interest by following the online apply prompts. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and should your profile align with an active opportunity, a member of our Talent Acquisition team will contact you directly.

About Us

Our employee-ownership model shapes the culture of our organisation. You can feel it every day and means that we all contribute to and share in the success of our company. It makes us accountable to ourselves and to each other. It’s our company, and our actions and engagement make the difference for our projects, our clients and our communities. HDR has over 200 office locations around the world.

HDR stands at the forefront of data centre design worldwide, setting the standard for innovation, resilience, and sustainable performance. With a deep understanding of the evolving demands of digital infrastructure, our teams deliver cutting-edge solutions that support the mission-critical operations of the world’s top technology providers. From hyperscale campuses to high-performance modular systems to serving all the growing and changing power demands, we blend industry-leading engineering, architecture, consulting, and client-focused design to create facilities that are not only high-functioning but also forward-looking.

Benefits And Culture

• Broad-based Employee Shares Program
• Global organisation with opportunities to collaborate on national and international projects
• Award-winning sustainable projects
• Flexible work arrangements
• Financial advice and wellbeing programs
• HDR University learning platform with access to webinars, LinkedIn Learning, and the Pinnacle Series
• Rewards program including referrals, long service awards, and certification bonuses
• Company paid Annual Professional Membership Fees
• Company paid Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers
• Employee Assistance Program
• A culture that supports and encourages inclusion and diversity where each of us are welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day
  
  

HDR supports an inclusive and diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage people of culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

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Primary Location:Australia-VIC-Melbourne Industry:Building Engineering Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular Job Posting:Feb 9, 2026


At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.