Data Center Commissioning Specialist – Mechanical

HKA Enterprises; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HKA Enterprises is seeking a Mechanical Commissioning Specialist to lead commissioning activities on data center projects, including testing, equipment start-up, and coordination with clients and contractors to ensure safe, functional systems.

The role requires 10+ years in mechanical commissioning, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to travel up to 95%. You will manage QA/QC, L2/L3 documentation, and L4/L5 testing across data center facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• 10+ years in mechanical commissioning across utilities, life safety, building systems, and O&M.
• 2-3 years documenting L2/L3 activities and leading L4/L5 testing for data center commissioning.
• Working knowledge of ASHRAE, NFPA, and TAB mechanical testing and code requirements.
• Understanding of the construction process.
• US Citizenship required.
• Must be able to clear a background check.
• Ability to travel up to 95%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform mechanical commissioning activities, including QA/QC and Functional Performance testing.
• Oversee equipment and systems start-up for data center environments.
• Support and document L2/L3 commissioning activities.
• Lead L4/L5 testing for data center commissioning.
• Coordinate directly with clients, project stakeholders, and contractors.
• Focus on operational performance and efficiency throughout commissioning process.

Skills

Mechanical commissioning

QA/QC

Functional testing

L2/L3 testing

Client coordination

Building automation controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Job description

Our client is seeking a Mechanical Commissioning Specialist to lead commissioning activities on data center projects, including testing, equipment start-up, and coordination with clients and contractors to ensure safe, functional systems.

Pay:$70.00 - $80.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and perform mechanical commissioning activities, including QA/QC and Functional Performance testing
• Oversee equipment and systems start-up for data center environments
• Support and document L2/L3 commissioning activities
• Lead L4/L5 testing for data center commissioning
• Coordinate directly with clients, project stakeholders, and contractors
• Focus on operational performance and efficiency throughout commissioning process

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or equivalent years of experience
• 10+ years of progressive experience as a mechanical commissioning specialist, including utility infrastructure, life safety, mechanical systems, plumbing systems, building/facility systems, building automation controls, and facility O&M
• 2-3 years of focused experience documenting L2/L3 activities and leading L4/L5 testing for data center commissioning
• Working knowledge of ASHRAE, NFPA, and TAB mechanical testing and code requirements
• Understanding of the construction process
• US Citizenship required
• Must be able to clear a background check
• Ability to travel up to 95%

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates residing in the Washington, DC or Northern VA Metro area preferred (relocation expenses may be considered for the right candidate)
• Industry-recognized commissioning certification
• IR Thermography Level 1 or Level 2 certification
• AWS or similar L4 lead certification
• NFPA 70E certification
• OSHA 10 (minimum), OSHA 30 (preferred)
• Experience with IR thermography

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