Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical), Data Centers

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 125,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth

Remote work options

Cross-functional teamwork

Job summary

Ladders seeks a Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical) for data center projects, delivering mechanical commissioning in greenfield environments and ensuring systems are ready for reliable operation.

You will lead commissioning activities across multiple projects, develop test scripts, troubleshoot, and prepare operating procedures and turnover materials. Remote-US based with up to 30% travel to Canada; visa sponsorship not available.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of data center commissioning experience, especially on greenfield projects.
• Expertise in mechanical systems including chillers, CRACs, and cooling towers.
• Strong project management and cross-team coordination.
• Proficient in MS Project, PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% for projects across Canada.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute commissioning for data center projects, ensuring technical delivery
• Lead development of commissioning test scripts and adhere to ASHRAE guidelines
• Review design documents and validate key mechanical deliverables
• Conduct hands‑on commissioning of mechanical equipment to ensure functionality
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues, coordinating resolutions
• Serve as the primary contact for mechanical commissioning matters
• Prepare detailed SOPs, MOPs, and comprehensive project documentation

Skills

Data center commissioning

Project coordination

Multitasking

Tools

MS Project

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical), Data Centers to join the team of a leader in the Real Estate & Construction space. This role will focus on delivering mechanical commissioning for data center projects, with an emphasis on greenfield environments and high-quality technical execution. The position will partner closely with project teams and other stakeholders to validate design intent, resolve issues in the field, and ensure systems are ready for reliable operation. It is well suited for someone who can combine hands‑on mechanical expertise with disciplined project coordination and documentation. The work will involve leading commissioning activities across multiple projects, including test scripting, troubleshooting, and preparation of operating procedures and turnover materials. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available. Compensation: $125,400 – $156,840 annually.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute commissioning for data center projects, ensuring technical delivery
• Lead development of commissioning test scripts and adhere to ASHRAE guidelines
• Review design documents and validate key mechanical deliverables
• Conduct hands‑on commissioning of mechanical equipment to ensure functionality
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues, coordinating resolutions
• Serve as the primary contact for mechanical commissioning matters
• Prepare detailed SOPs, MOPs, and comprehensive project documentation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of data center commissioning experience, especially on greenfield projects
• Expertise in mechanical systems including chillers, CRACs, and cooling towers
• Strong project management and coordination skills with multi‑tasking abilities
• Proficient in MS Project, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Willingness to travel up to 30% for projects across Canada

Benefits

• Opportunity for professional growth within a rapidly expanding team
• Ability to work flexible hours and locations, including remote options
• Collaborative work environment with cross‑functional teams

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.