Data Center Mechanical Start-Up & Commissioning Lead

Jacobs; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Mechanical Start-Up and Commissioning Specialist to lead energization, commissioning and documentation for HVAC and cooling systems on data center projects. You will develop start‑up plans, execute commissioning documents, and coordinate with OEM technicians and construction teams across hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise facilities.

This role rewards collaboration, precision and travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree.
• 5+ years of Start‑Up and Commissioning experience in the data center industry or mission‑critical facilities.
• Understanding of data center mechanical systems and cooling requirements.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel and work at various clients' locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project 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 according to industry best practices.
• Assist with startup of mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Facilitate meetings for the start‑up Team.
• Maintain action item lists.
• Maintain engineering change control logs.
• Provide technical assistance and input.
• Coordination of OEM Service technicians as needed.
• Coordination with construction management firm as needed.
• Apply engineering knowledge of, and experience with, HVAC, chilled water systems, cooling towers, pumps, air handling units, CRAC/CRAH units, instrumentation, controls, and building automation systems to support clients.

Skills

Start-Up & Commissioning

Team collaboration

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Mechanical Start-Up and Commissioning Specialist to lead energization, commissioning and documentation for HVAC and cooling systems on data center projects. You will develop start‑up plans, execute commissioning documents, and coordinate with OEM technicians and construction teams across hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise facilities.

This role rewards collaboration, precision and travel to client sites.