Commissioning Engineer III

Jobtailor; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced commissioning engineer to lead Level 1–5 commissioning of data center systems and collaborate with cross‑functional teams. The role requires extensive travel and hands‑on testing across multiple sites in the United States.

Ideal candidates bring seven+ years in data center engineering or commissioning, a strong background in electrical/mechanical systems, and proficiency with MS Office. Travel, documentation, and training duties are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in a related field.
• Seven or more years of experience in data center engineering, commissioning, or project management.
• Background in building maintenance, CCTV and access control, network, and fire detection/suppression systems.
• Ability to travel to other data center locations as required.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform Level 1–5 commissioning of data center systems and subsystems.
• Oversee, document, and track commissioning activities.
• Test and validate connectivity, network infrastructure, security, and building systems.
• Serve as project manager and liaison to third‑party commissioning agents.
• Support construction and commissioning activities including nights and weekends as needed.
• Travel ~75% to other sites across the United States.
• Develop commissioning plans and test procedures.
• Witness equipment testing and validate sequences of operation.
• Create or review commissioning documentation and reports.
• Train end users and maintenance personnel on commissioned systems.

Skills

Level 1–5 Commissioning

Data Center Engineering

Project Management

Mechanical And Electrical Systems

MS Office Suite Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

QTS Processes And Software

Web-Based Applications

Documentation Software

Job description

• Perform Level 1–5 commissioning of base building, security, life safety, electrical, mechanical, EPMS, and BMS systems in data center environments
• Oversee, document, and track commissioning activities
• Test and validate connectivity, network infrastructure, security, life safety, building subsystems, finishes, transformers, switchgear, UPS, STS, PDU, electrical distribution equipment, chillers, water loops, cooling distribution equipment, EPMS, and building automation systems
• Serve as project manager and liaison to a third-party commissioning agent
• Support construction and commissioning activities, including nights and/or weekends as needed
• Travel approximately 75% to other sites around the United States
• Assist with site construction and installations in coordination with the QTS Development Team and external construction resources
• Develop comprehensive Level 1–5 commissioning plans
• Conduct commissioning activities and validate systems against industry standards and client specifications
• Identify, track, and resolve commissioning issues and provide feedback to program management
• Create or review commissioning documentation, test procedures, reports, and as-built documentation
• Witness equipment testing and validate sequences of operation and operational documentation
• Collaborate with design engineers, project managers, contractors, commissioning agents, and facilities operations
• Implement quality control measures and adhere to regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Develop and test site-specific SOPs, MOPs, and ERPs with facilities operations
• Train end users and maintenance personnel on commissioned systems
• Use the Change Management Process to obtain approval for preventative and corrective maintenance
• Commence and complete maintenance with required documentation using QTS processes and software

Requirements

• 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 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 required by law due to federal customer contracts
• Firm understanding of 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, including generators, UPS, and battery backup
• Experience with mechanical cooling solutions, including chillers, CRAH, CRAC, pumps, and heat exchangers
• Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance, single line drawings, critical scripted work, and sequence of operations
• Ability to analyze system operations, determine causes of problems and malfunctions, and take corrective action
• 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
• Ability to perform frequent typing, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and lifting
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly, with heavier weight performed with other individuals or lifting aids

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Level 1–5 commissioning of data center systems, including mechanical and electrical equipment, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and client specifications. Proficient in project management, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver successful commissioning outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Level 1–5 Commissioning
• Data Center Engineering
• Project Management
• Mechanical And Electrical Systems
• MS Office Suite Proficiency

Hard Skills

• Commissioning Plans Development
• System Testing And Validation
• Electrical Distribution Systems Knowledge
• Emergency Backup Systems Experience
• Mechanical Cooling Solutions Expertise
• Technical Plan Development
• Building Automation Systems
• CCTV And Access Control Systems
• Network Infrastructure Analysis
• Building Maintenance Knowledge

Soft Skills

• Strong Written And Verbal Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Team Collaboration
• Problem-Solving Ability
• Ability To Train End Users

Industry Keywords

• Data Center Environments
• Quality Control Measures
• Regulatory Requirements
• Construction Management
• Project Management

Tools & Technologies

• Change Management Process
• QTS Processes And Software
• Web-Based Computer Applications
• Documentation Software