Lead Commissioning Engineer - Data Center Power Systems

Vertiv; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 106,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Chicago is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to supervise, train, and lead commissioning projects across data center design and operation. You will manage complex electrical power distribution commissioning and mentor junior engineers.

You will develop commissioning plans, lead client interactions, provide technical presentations, and contribute to proposals with estimates of man-hours and pricing. This role requires strong project management and field leadership.

Qualifications

• Graduate Engineer with BSEE/BSME and at least one commissioning project.
• Graduate of commissioning training with two+ years of experience.
• Alternative: high school education with five years of commissioning experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train and assist other commissioning engineers while responsible for all aspects of commissioning work in the area.
• Perform complex aspects of commissioning of electrical power distribution systems.
• Lead large projects requiring skills in building/data center design, operation and maintenance.
• Develop and participate in owners project requirements (OPR) and commissioning plans.
• Participate in design/construction/commissioning/progress/issues meetings.
• Develop and review systems manuals and IST tests; contribute to preventative maintenance plans.
• Provide comprehensive project management and mentor other commissioning engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Training

Mentoring

Client relations

Public speaking

Problem solving

Education

BSEE or BSME

Commissioning training + 2+ years

High school + 5 years relevant exp

Job description

Vertiv in Chicago is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to supervise, train, and lead commissioning projects across data center design and operation. You will manage complex electrical power distribution commissioning and mentor junior engineers.

You will develop commissioning plans, lead client interactions, provide technical presentations, and contribute to proposals with estimates of man-hours and pricing. This role requires strong project management and field leadership.