Data Center Commissioning Engineer — Travel-Ready & PM-Focused

QTS Realty Trust; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

QTS Realty Trust is seeking Commissioning Engineers I–III to lead and coordinate commissioning activities for base building, electrical, mechanical, and BAS/EPMS systems in data centers. The role includes planning, testing, documentation, and collaboration with design engineers, contractors, and facilities operations.

Expect to manage Level 1–5 systems, witness tests, and ensure regulatory compliance. Willingness to travel up to 75% across U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Computer Science, or related field.
• Five+ years of data center engineering, commissioning, project management experience.
• Background in CCTV, access control, network, telecommunications, and/or fire detection/suppression systems.
• Ability to travel to other Data Center locations as required.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist in site construction activities with QA/QC to ensure adherence to standards.
• Develop comprehensive commissioning plans for Level 1–5 systems, including connectivity and building subsystems.
• Conduct thorough commissioning activities and validate testing results.
• Collaborate with design engineers, project managers, contractors, commissioning agents, and facilities operations for seamless integration.
• Implement QA/QC measures and develop SOPs, MOPs, and ERP procedures.
• Provide training to end-users and maintenance personnel on commissioned systems.

Skills

Data center engineering

Project management

Commissioning experience

Communication

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

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

Tools

MS Office Suite

Outlook

Job description

QTS Realty Trust is seeking Commissioning Engineers I–III to lead and coordinate commissioning activities for base building, electrical, mechanical, and BAS/EPMS systems in data centers. The role includes planning, testing, documentation, and collaboration with design engineers, contractors, and facilities operations.

Expect to manage Level 1–5 systems, witness tests, and ensure regulatory compliance. Willingness to travel up to 75% across U.S.