Commissioning Project Manager (Data Centers)

Jobot; Secaucus (NJ); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Remote

401K with Matching

Unlimited PTO

Health Benefits with Life Insurance

Career Growth

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Commissioning Project Manager to lead electrical commissioning of mission-critical data centers in North America, focusing on BESS and microgrid integration. This hybrid/remote role requires strong PE and BSEE, 7–10+ years of experience, and a track record of commissioning medium-voltage systems.

You'll manage schedules, IST, startup, and testing, coordinate with owners and vendors, travel to sites, and ensure safety and codes compliance.

Qualifications

• Requires BSEE and PE licensure.
• 7–10+ years of electrical commissioning experience.
• Experience with data center projects.
• Experience with BESS, microgrids and engine-based power systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities from pre-functional testing through final acceptance.
• Manage commissioning schedules, documentation, and project execution.
• Oversee construction verification, equipment startup, IST, and testing.
• Commission large-scale engine Islanded power with BESS and microgrids.
• Coordinate MV distribution, switchgear, relays, engine and generator controls, BESS, and microgrid platforms.
• Review electrical drawings, specs, and test procedures.
• Collaborate with owners, contractors, equipment manufacturers, design engineers, and field teams.
• Lead issue resolution during startup and commissioning while maintaining schedules.
• Prepare commissioning reports, punch lists, deficiency tracking, and turnover docs.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.

Skills

BSEE

PE License

7–10+ yrs experience

Mission-critical DC commissioning

Medium-voltage systems

Electrical distribution

Reading schematics

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Job description

Commissioning Project Manager – Data Centers (BESS / Microgrids) - Hybrid/Remote

Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us

Fortune 500 Engineering, Energy, and Infrastructure Firm specializing in the Mission Critical Data Center Business. Award-Winning International Engineering Firm leading the industry in deliver Mission-Critical Infrastructure Solutions for Hyperscale Data Center Projects.

Why join us?

• Competitive Base Salary with Bonus
• Salary + Time & Half Overtime
• 401K with Matching Contribution
• Unlimited PTO
• Complete Health Benefits with Life Insurance
• Fully Remote
• Accelerated Career Growth!

Job Details

Commissioning Project Manager – Mission Critical Data Centers (BESS / Microgrids)

We are seeking Cx Project Manager to join our Data Center Commissioning Team focused on next-generation Critical Power Infrastructure, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Microgrid solutions. This is an outstanding opportunity to join an industry leader delivering highly complex Mission-Critical Projects for Hyperscale Data Centers and other Critical Facilities across North America.

This is a hybrid position requiring periodic travel to project sites throughout North America.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Project Manager to lead the commissioning of complex mission-critical electrical systems supporting hyperscale data centers. This role will focus on the construction, testing, startup, and commissioning of advanced microgrid solutions integrating Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with large-scale reciprocating engine power generation.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong electrical engineering background and extensive experience commissioning medium-voltage electrical distribution systems, backup generation, switchgear, protection and control systems, and integrated power infrastructure within mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities for mission-critical data center electrical infrastructure from pre-functional testing through final acceptance.
• Manage commissioning schedules, documentation, and project execution for multiple complex projects.
• Oversee construction verification, equipment startup, integrated systems testing (IST), and functional performance testing.
• Commission large-scale reciprocating engine islanded power generation systems integrated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Coordinate commissioning of:
  • Medium Voltage (MV) electrical distribution systems
  • Switchgear
  • Protective relays
  • Generator control systems
  • Engine controls
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems
  • Microgrid control platforms
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, sequence of operations, commissioning plans, and test procedures.
• Coordinate closely with owners, contractors, equipment manufacturers, design engineers, and field teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Lead issue resolution during startup and commissioning while maintaining project schedules.
• Prepare commissioning reports, punch lists, deficiency tracking, and turnover documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and commissioning best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• Professional Engineer (PE) License (Required)
• 7–10+ years of electrical commissioning experience
• Demonstrated experience commissioning mission-critical Data Center projects
• Strong experience commissioning medium-voltage electrical systems
• Experience with construction, testing, startup, and commissioning of:
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
  • Microgrids
  • Reciprocating engine power generation systems
  • Islanded power systems
• Thorough understanding of:
  • Medium Voltage Switchgear
  • Generator Controls
  • Protective Relays
  • Electrical Distribution Systems
  • Engine Controls
  • SCADA and control systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, and control drawings.
• Excellent communication and project leadership skills.

Preferred Experience

Experience commissioning one or more of the following:

• Hyperscale Data Centers
• Colocation Data Centers
• Mission Critical Facilities
• Utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems
• Critical Power Infrastructure
• Emergency Power Systems
• Combined Heat & Power (CHP)
• Distributed Energy Resources (DER)

Travel

• Hybrid work environment
• Initial travel to assigned project sites to establish project familiarity and support commissioning activities
• Moderate travel based on project assignments

Why This Opportunity?

• Join one of the fastest-growing Mission Critical commissioning practices in North America.
• Work on cutting-edge data center infrastructure supporting AI, cloud computing, and critical digital infrastructure.
• Lead the commissioning of innovative Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Microgrid projects.
• Long-term career growth with a financially strong Fortune 500 organization committed to expanding its mission-critical and energy infrastructure business.

This position offers the opportunity to work on some of the industry's most technically advanced mission-critical projects while helping shape the future of resilient power systems and next-generation data center infrastructure.

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