EMEA Data Centre Commissioning Lead

Nscale; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Nscale is seeking a Senior Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning across Europe’s hyperscale data centre projects. You will manage testing, verification, and handover to ensure performance, safety and operational readiness.

The role demands strong mechanical, electrical, and controls knowledge, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders with our partners and contractors to deliver documented, IEC-compliant results.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in commissioning/MEP management for data centres or large infra projects.
• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience with integrated commissioning of critical power and cooling systems.
• Proficient in FAT, SAT, IST testing and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning phases from execution to handover.
• Develop and manage project-specific commissioning plans and test procedures.
• Coordinate commissioning across mechanical, electrical, controls and life-safety systems.
• Review commissioning reports, punch lists, and closeout documentation.
• Collaborate with contractors and operations to ensure energisation readiness.
• Support continuous improvement of commissioning standards.

Skills

MEP management

Data centre commissioning

Stakeholder coordination

Regulatory compliance

FAT/SAT/IST testing

English fluent

Education

Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering

Job description

Nscale is seeking a Senior Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning across Europe’s hyperscale data centre projects. You will manage testing, verification, and handover to ensure performance, safety and operational readiness.

The role demands strong mechanical, electrical, and controls knowledge, and the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders with our partners and contractors to deliver documented, IEC-compliant results.