Commissioning Engineer I

QTS Data Centers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays & time off

Stock Purchase Plan

Volunteer days

Job summary

QTS Data Centers is seeking a Commissioning Engineer I to oversee Level 3–5 commissioning of base building systems across data center environments. The role includes testing, documentation, and project coordination with cross-functional teams, including contractors and facilities operations.

The position requires travel up to 75% to other sites in the U.S. and may include nights/weekends to support construction activities. A Bachelor's degree and 7+ years in relevant fields are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Seven or more years in data center engineering, commissioning, or project management.
• Experience with building maintenance, CCTV, access control, network, telecom, or fire systems.
• Ability to travel to other Data Center locations as required.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• US Citizenship required by law due to federal contracts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in site construction activity with QA/QC adherence.
• Develop commissioning plans for Level 3–5 base systems including network, security and life safety.
• Conduct thorough commissioning, testing, and validation per standards and client specs.
• Identify and resolve issues; communicate findings to drive improvements.
• Create and review commissioning docs, test procedures, and as-built records.
• Witness equipment tests and ensure proper SOPs and SOP training for end-users.

Skills

Commissioning

Electrical systems

Testing & documentation

MS Office

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Who we are:

As a global leader in digital infrastructure, QTS designs, builds andoperatesadvanced data centers that support strategic AI,cloudand digital transformation initiatives.We are driven by a mission to connect the world forgoodand our people make it possible. Every single day, thecreativity,dedicationand genuine care for our communitiesare what push us forward and make this atrulyspecial place to be.

Job Description

The Commissioning Engineer I is responsible for but not limited to Level 3, 4 and 5 commissioning of base building systems and components of a Data Center environment. This role will oversee, document, and track various aspects of commissioning activities. Activities will include but are not limited to testing and/or validation of connectivity, network infrastructure, security, life safety, other building subsystems and finishes, transformers, electrical switchgear, UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply), STS (Static Transfer Switch), PDU (Power Distribution Unit), electrical distribution equipment, Chillers, water loop components, and Cooling distribution equipment. This role will also serve as a project manager and liaison to cross-functional teams and/or contractors. This role requires work hours to support construction/commissioning activities of data center environments, which may include nights and/or weekends.

This role will be a platform role that may require an estimated 75% travel to other sites around the U.S.

RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned.

· Assist in all site construction activity and installations, in coordination with QTS Development Team, external construction resources, to ensure system design, installation and testing adhere to operational standards.

· Develop comprehensive commissioning plans for Level 3, Level 4, and Level 5 base systems, including connectivity, network infrastructure, security, life safety, and other building subsystems and finishes.

· Conduct thorough commissioning activities, ensuring that all systems are installed, tested, and validated according to industry standards and client specifications.

· Identify, track, and resolve any issues during the commissioning process, working closely with the project team to resolve technical challenges. Utilize findings and provide feedback to program management team to drive continuous improvement.

· Create and/or review detailed commissioning documentation, including test procedures, reports, and as-built documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

· Witness testing of all equipment during commissioning and validate sequence of operations and receipt of all operational documentation.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, project managers, contractors, commissioning agents, and facilities operations to ensure seamless integration of systems during the commissioning phase without impact to operational portions of the campus or building.

· Implement quality control measures to ensure the highest standards are met during the build and commissioning process, adhering to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

· Develop and test site specific standard operating procedures (SOP), method of procedures (MOP), and emergency response procedures (ERP) in coordination with facilities operations.

· Provide training to end-users and maintenance personnel on the operation and maintenance of commissioned systems.

· Uses the Change Management Process to get approval for preventative and corrective maintenance. Commences & completes the maintenance along with the necessary documentation using the QTS process and software.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent professional experience
• Seven or more years of work experience in data center engineering, commissioning, project management, or equivalent.
• Background in areas of building maintenance, CCTV and Access control systems, network, telecommunications, and/or fire detection/suppression systems.
• Ability to travel to other Data Center locations as required.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• US Citizenship for this position is required by law due to federal customer contracts

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Firm understanding of both mechanical and electrical equipment, systems and design related to data centers.
• Knowledge of electricity and medium to low voltage electrical distribution systems
• Experience with emergency backup systems (generators, UPS, battery backup)
• Experience with various mechanical cooling solutions (Chillers, CRAH, CRAC, Pumps, Heat Exchangers, etc.)
• Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance, single line drawings, critical scripted work, and sequence of operations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to analyze operations of various systems, determine the cause of problems and malfunctions and take corrective action as required.

• The ability to acquire and apply job-related knowledge within set guidelines and expectations.

• Ability to develop solutions and create technical plans on projects

  • Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to function in a team environment.

• Computer skills and familiarity with MS Office, Outlook, and web-based computer applications.

  • Position may involve frequent typing, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and lifting. Lifting requirements up to 50 lbs. regularly, with heavier weight performed with other individuals or lifting aids.

TOTAL REWARDS

• This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.
• This position is bonus eligible.

In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
• Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
• 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• Q-Rest Sabbatical Program
• Q-Anniversary Service Award Program
• Parental Leave
• Military Benefits Package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness Programi>
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

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