Data Centre Commissioning Engineer: HVAC & System Balancing

Crewit Resourcing Group; Región Metropolitana de Santiago; Presencial; CLP 53.333.333 - 71.111.111; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Exposure to cutting-edge environments

Descripción de la vacante

Crewit Resourcing Group in Chile is seeking an experienced Commissioning Mechanical Engineer to lead the commissioning of critical HVAC and mechanical systems in data centre environments. The role involves performing and validating air and water-side commissioning and ensuring installations meet mission-critical standards. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of data centre experience and a degree in Mechanical Engineering, with strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. Competitive salary and career progression opportunities offered.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years’ data centre commissioning experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with HVAC systems in mission-critical environments.
• Expertise in air and water-side commissioning.

Responsabilidades

• Lead commissioning of mechanical systems across data centre projects.
• Commission HVAC systems including CRAH/CRAC units, chillers, AHUs.
• Perform and validate air-side and water-side commissioning.

Conocimientos

Data centre commissioning experience

HVAC systems expertise

System balancing

Troubleshooting skills

Educación

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Herramientas

HVAC systems

BMS and control systems

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Commissioning Mechanical Engineer – Data Centres – ENGLISH NECESSARY!

Europe / Ireland (Project-Based) | Tier 1 Contractor

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in data centre environments to lead the commissioning of critical HVAC and mechanical systems. This role focuses on air and water-side systems, including performance validation of flow rates, air volumes, and system balancing, ensuring all installations meet mission-critical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning of mechanical systems across data centre projects
• Commission HVAC systems including CRAH/CRAC units, chillers, AHUs, and cooling infrastructure
• Perform and validate air-side commissioning:
• Airflow measurement (CFM)
• Air changes per hour (ACH)
• Pressurisation and containment performance
• Perform and validate water-side commissioning:
• Chilled water and condenser water flow rates (L/s, m³/h)
• Pump performance and head pressure verification
• System balancing across distribution networks
• Verify thermal performance and cooling capacity against design criteria
• Develop and execute commissioning plans, scripts, and procedures
• Lead system balancing activities (TAB – Testing, Adjusting & Balancing)
• Support and coordinate pre-commissioning, functional testing, and IST
• Witness and manage FAT & SAT for mechanical systems
• Troubleshoot performance issues related to flow, pressure, and temperature stability
• Coordinate with BMS/controls teams for system optimisation and integration
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, ASHRAE guidelines, and client standards
• Maintain detailed commissioning records, reports, and validation documentation
• Support project handover including O&M manuals and client training

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years’ data centre commissioning experience (essential)
• Strong hands-on experience with HVAC systems in mission-critical environments
• Proven experience measuring and validating:
• Water flow rates (L/s, m³/h)
• Pressure differentials and system balancing
• Expertise in air and water-side commissioning
• Experience with chillers, CRAH/CRAC units, pumps, AHUs, and cooling towers
• Solid understanding of TAB processes and commissioning methodologies
• Experience with IST, FAT, and SAT
• Familiarity with BMS and control systems integration
• Experience on Tier 1 or large-scale MEP/data centre projects
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of ASHRAE and data centre cooling standards
• Experience with performance optimisation and energy efficiency
• Familiarity with digital commissioning / TAB tools

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and rotation package
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Exposure to cutting-edge mission-critical environments
• Collaborative, high-performance teams

How to Apply

Please submit your CV highlighting your data centre commissioning experience, including airflow and water flow validation, system balancing, and HVAC performance testing.