Data Center Commissioning Lead — On‑Site Expert

MEADE; Wheeler (TX); On-site; USD 153,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expense reimbursement

Job summary

Meade is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to provide on-site technical leadership for commissioning data center facilities and lead all levels of MEP testing. Travel to job sites is required weekly, with a focus on safety, quality, and timely handover.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in building systems commissioning, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, and industry codes.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in building systems commissioning, with demonstrated leadership across L0-L6 commissioning on data center or mission-critical facilities.
• 3+ years of hands-on leadership experience leading commissioning activities and mentoring field teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or related discipline preferred; equivalent industry or military experience considered.
• Deep technical knowledge of MEP systems, including HVAC, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, boilers, UPS, generators, medium-voltage electrical systems, BMS, and control sequences.
• Thorough working knowledge of industry codes and standards (NEC, ASHRAE, NFPA, IEEE, etc.).
• Strong troubleshooting, functional performance, and system integration skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; experience with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, and commissioning management software such as CxAlloy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site technical authority and provide expert leadership for the full execution of all levels of commissioning (L0–L6) for MEP systems in mission-critical data centers.
• Translate the Director’s high-level Commissioning Plan into detailed site-specific execution plans, test scripts, procedures, and functional performance tests.
• Lead day-to-day commissioning activities, including construction observations, system testing, Integrated Systems Testing (IST), startup, energization, and final handover.
• Own the site-level commissioning schedule, track prerequisites and milestones, and drive first-pass test success while maintaining alignment with overall project timelines.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues during commissioning and startup phases and drive timely resolution.
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior Commissioning Engineers and field staff on testing methodology, documentation, troubleshooting, and safe work practices.
• Act as the primary technical liaison with contractors, vendors, construction managers, and clients to coordinate activities, witness testing, and resolve conflicts.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

Meade is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to provide on-site technical leadership for commissioning data center facilities and lead all levels of MEP testing. Travel to job sites is required weekly, with a focus on safety, quality, and timely handover.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in building systems commissioning, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, and industry codes.