Data Center Commissioning Specialist — Growth Path

Aha Consulting Engineers, Inc.; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Path to Partnership

Student Debt Repayment Program

Flexible & Hybrid Work Schedules

Professional Development & Mentorship

Job summary

AHA Consulting Engineers, Inc. Ashburn, VA, is seeking a hands-on Commissioning Technician to support data center projects. You will perform tests, review plans, and document results, ensuring high standards for electrical, mechanical, and control systems.

Ideal candidates have field experience, reading drawings, and familiarity with data center equipment. Travel regionally is expected, with opportunities for professional development and ESOP benefits.

Qualifications

• Hands-on field experience on data center or mission-critical construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and plumbing drawings.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel for documentation and reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow test procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction observations and review documents during commissioning.
• Execute pre-functional checklists and functional tests for electrical, mechanical, and controls systems.
• Conduct FOD inspections to ensure cleanliness before energization or testing.
• Install, operate and interpret data from field testing equipment and document results.
• Support development of commissioning test scripts, checklists, and issue logs.
• Communicate deficiencies and test results clearly in reports and field logs.
• Interface with general contractors, subcontractors, equipment vendors, and project team on site.
• Assist in completing commissioning reports and share results with stakeholders.

Skills

Field experience in data centers

Mechanical & electrical systems (UPS,P

Education

Journeyman or Master Electrician license

Tools

Building automation systems familiarity

Job description

AHA Consulting Engineers, Inc. Ashburn, VA, is seeking a hands-on Commissioning Technician to support data center projects. You will perform tests, review plans, and document results, ensuring high standards for electrical, mechanical, and control systems.

Ideal candidates have field experience, reading drawings, and familiarity with data center equipment. Travel regionally is expected, with opportunities for professional development and ESOP benefits.