Commissioning Engineer II

QTS Realty Trust; York (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Volunteer days

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

QTS Realty Trust is seeking a Commissioning Engineer II to lead commissioning across base building, electrical, mechanical, and automation systems within data centers. You will coordinate with the development team, external resources, and commissioning agents to ensure adherence to standards and client specs.

The role requires testing, documentation, and validation of complex systems, plus collaboration with design engineers, operations, and contractors to achieve seamless integration and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data center engineering, commissioning, or project management.
• Experience with CCTV, Access control, network, telecommunications, or fire detection/suppression systems.
• Willingness to travel to data center locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in site construction activities and installations to ensure design, installation, and testing meet standards.
• Develop commissioning plans for Levels 1–5 including electrical, mechanical, and building automation components.
• Conduct commissioning activities to validate systems per industry standards and client specs.
• Identify and resolve issues during commissioning with the project team.
• Create and review commissioning documentation, test procedures, and as‑built records.
• Witness equipment tests and validate sequence of operations and documentation.
• Collaborate with design engineers, contractors, and facilities teams for seamless integration.
• Implement quality control and ensure regulatory compliance throughout build and commissioning.
• Develop SOPs, MOPs, and ERP procedures in coordination with facilities operations.
• Provide training to end-users and maintenance staff on commissioned systems.
• Utilize Change Management processes for preventative and corrective maintenance.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Data center engineering

Project management

Strong communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Computer Science

Job description

The Commissioning Engineer II is responsible for but not limited to Level 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 commissioning of base building systems, security systems, life safety systems, Electrical, Mechanical, and EPMS/BMS systems 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 loops/components, Cooling distribution equipment, Electrical Power Monitoring Systems, and Building Management and automation systems.

This role will also serve as a project manager and liaison to a third‑party commissioning agent.

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

• 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 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, and Level 5 systems, including connectivity, network infrastructure, security, life safety, other building subsystems and finishes, Electrical, Mechanical, and Building Automation components.
• 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
• Five 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

• 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
• 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 for primary and secondary caregivers Military Benefits Package QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents QTS Crisis Fund Wellness Program Tuition Reimbursement Program

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action.

We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

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It’s exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history- and even more so to be leading the way.

At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation.

Our world‑class data centers empower our customers’ most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure.

As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader.

We are committed to connecting the globe for good.

Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide.

In addition to our cutting‑edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact.

As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals.

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Together, we’re achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure. And we’d like to invite you to join us.