Mechanical Commissioning Engineer

Peter Kazella and Associates, Inc; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Peter Kazella and Associates, Inc. seeks a Mechanical Commissioning Agent for Mesa, AZ with limited travel. The role focuses on executing and overseeing commissioning for data center environments, coordinating 3rd party CxA firms, and ensuring adherence to company procedures and standards.

The ideal candidate has 4–10+ years in Mechanical/HVAC and experience with enterprise data centers, plus strong documentation and client interaction skills. Relocation may be available.

Qualifications

• 4–10+ years experience with Mechanical/HVAC Systems.
• Experience commissioning enterprise data centers, colos, and hyperscale clients.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform level 1–3 commissioning procedures per established practices.
• Oversee 3rd party CxA for commissioning work above L3.
• Develop commissioning test procedures and reports with comprehensive documentation.
• Interface with clients, contractors and vendors to coordinate commissioning activities.

Skills

Mechanical/HVAC systems

Data center commissioning

Project management

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s / Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

BIM 360

ACC

CxAlloy

End user ACMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mechanical Commissioning Agent – Mesa, AZ (limited travel)

This opportunity is with a leading EPC Company of data center design / build / commissioning solutions. This company provides a complete life cycle of solutions that are custom-fit to the requirements of their client’s mission‑critical facilities. This opportunity provides a career‑growth minded role with exciting projects with leading‑edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits. They build mission‑critical facilities for data center facilities nationwide for Enterprise, Colocation and Hyperscale Companies.

Responsibilities

• Perform periodic site walk‑throughs in order to ensure Company’s procedures and standards are followed, including assisting any other support staff and contracted vendors.
• Manage and perform level 1‑3 commissioning procedures for the data center project ensuring that all commissioning is performed according to established practices and procedures.
• Oversee 3rd Party CxA firms for commissioning work above L3.
• Communicate the status of the operation process with senior management.
• Site acceptance and commissioning of the facility to ensure the site meets the superior and dynamic standards of Company Standards.
• Manage the establishment of performance benchmarks, conduct analyses and prepare reports on all aspects of the critical facility operations and maintenance.
• Participate in daily commissioning activity meetings covering equipment pre‑start‑up and start‑up procedures; development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and methods of procedures (MOPs); comprehensive commissioning documentation.
• Prepare commissioning test procedures and reports; develop and maintain commissioning logs, equipment checklists, and other tools to track commissioning projects; write comprehensive reports including recommendations for optimizing building operations, functional checklists, list of deficiencies, equipment operation and maintenance manuals.
• Review design criteria, specifications, drawings, equipment submittals, and other documentation pertinent to commissioning.
• Integrated system testing; load bank testing; compilation of all testing procedure results.
• Develop and administer functional tests for various building MEP systems such as fire alarm and control systems, HVAC, chillers and CRAC units.
• System assembly; commission plan preparation; follow company QC process and procedures.
• Help lead and manage any external resources; schedule and direct periodic commissioning meetings; attend construction and coordination meetings if required for the project; work with business leaders to coordinate projects, manage capacity, and optimize plant safety, performance, reliability and efficiency.
• Interface with clients, contractors, equipment vendors and owners’ agents as needed; execute project assignments; interface with project contractors, vendors, and testing technicians; interact with all facets of the company: engineering, design, etc.
• Verify results of test reports; assist with field troubleshooting of commissioned equipment as needed; field experience in the operation and application of power quality analyzers, power disturbance analyzers, data loggers, and related system testing equipment.
• Conduct critical facilities Operations and Maintenance (O&M) program analysis and reporting.
• Coordinate with Design/Construction Team.
• Assess, recommend and implement industry best practices into new and existing Critical Environment Programs.
• Develop process documentation and training materials.
• Open to travel M‑F / home on weekends / limited travel if located near a project.
• Relocation available.

Qualifications

• 4–10+ years experience with Mechanical / HVAC Systems.
• Bachelor’s / Associate’s Degree as a Mechanical Engineer or relevant experience, including military as a plus.
• Experience commissioning enterprise data centers, colos, and hyperscale companies.
• Data Center Project experience on projects 5 MW or larger a plus.
• 3–5 years of Quality Assurance / Quality Controls, Commissioning, MEP Coordination, or other relevant experience.
• Previous experience working with a GC or 3rd Party CxA Company a huge plus.
• A/E experience working in complex facilities or mission‑critical projects a big plus.
• Certifications as a Cx Professional (BCxP, CxA, CCP, etc.) a plus.
• Mechanical / HVAC Certificates or licenses a plus.
• P.E or EIT a plus.
• Mechanical equipment testing experience in a Critical Facilities / Data Center Facility environment.
• Experience with ASHRAE / ASHRAE T.C. 9.9 procedures and protocols a plus.
• Basic knowledge of HVAC / Mechanical Systems design for HVAC equipment in a data center environment.
• Previous experience conducting Level 1–5 Commissioning.
• Experience with BIM 360 / ACC, CxAlloy, end user ACMS as necessary.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, Teams etc.).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal (heavy writing, documentation, and client interaction).
• Superior analytical, planning and problem resolution skills.
• Highly organized with proven project management abilities; self‑motivated.
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Previous experience in the Military / Military veterans in all branches with experience in Electrical / Mechanical is a huge plus (Navy: EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees; Army – Power Generation; Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc.).

Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan.

EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V