Data Center Mechanical Start-Up & Commissioning Lead

Jacobs; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Mechanical Start-Up and Commissioning Specialist to join our team serving the Data Center Industry. You will help develop and execute commissioning plans for mechanical, utility, and equipment systems across hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centers.

You will energize, commission, and visually inspect HVAC and cooling systems, coordinate with OEMs, and support project teams with practical mechanical expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of Start‑Up and Commissioning experience in data centers or mission‑critical facilities.
• Understanding of data center mechanical systems and cooling requirements.
• Willingness to travel to client locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Start‑Up and Commissioning Plan and execution strategies.
• Assist with system Start‑Up and Commissioning Plans for all mechanical systems.
• Assist with generating and executing Start‑Up and Commissioning documents per best practices.
• Assist with startup of mechanical equipment safely and effectively.
• Coordinate with OEM Service technicians and construction management as needed.
• Provide technical input and apply HVAC knowledge to client projects.

Skills

Start-Up & Commissioning

Data Center Systems

Travel Flexibility

MS Office

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Mechanical Start-Up and Commissioning Specialist to join our team serving the Data Center Industry. You will help develop and execute commissioning plans for mechanical, utility, and equipment systems across hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data centers.

You will energize, commission, and visually inspect HVAC and cooling systems, coordinate with OEMs, and support project teams with practical mechanical expertise.