Mechanical Commissioning Engineer (Data Centers)

CAI Mission Critical; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 72,800 - 85,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

24 days PTO

Health insurance at low cost

70% long-term disability paid by the company

Financial support for professional education

Job summary

A leading commissioning firm seeks a Mechanical Commissioning Engineer in Portland, OR, with at least 2 years of data center experience. The role involves supporting mechanical systems testing and coordinating with contractors. Our competitive benefits include health insurance, 24 days PTO, and a retirement contribution. Join a collaborative environment focused on cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years Data Center Commissioning experience.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of mission critical design concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical tests and commissioning performance.
• Develop mechanical test procedures and QA/QC protocols.
• Engage customers and vendors to ensure a positive experience.

Skills

Mechanical drawings interpretation

Communication skills

Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements

Knowledge of Building Automation Systems

Ability to work under construction site conditions

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Mechanical Commissioning Engineer (Data Centers)

Base pay range: $72,800.00/yr - $85,500.00/yr

THIS IS NOT A DATA ENGINEERING RELATED POSITION

CAI seeks Mechanical Commissioning Engineers, minimum of two years' experience in Data Center Commissioning to support development and execution of all mechanical aspects of commissioning projects.

Position Description

This position supports development and execution of all mechanical aspects of assigned commissioning projects from initial engagement, design reviews, checklists, safety support, script development, vendor coordination, testing and report development through turnover to the client. The Mechanical Commissioning Engineer will support the development of the mechanical test schedule, finalize mechanical test procedures, review project submittals for consistency with the design intent, basis of design and the owner’s project requirements, and maintain project cadence for the mechanical systems testing and associated Building Automation Systems. The Mechanical Commissioning Engineer is to support the planning and execution of commissioning for the mechanical infrastructure of the mission critical facility. They will be expected to execute against the project schedule through the coordination of contractors and/or vendors to complete the desired mechanical systems testing.

CAI DC Mechanical Commissioning Engineer will be exposed to cutting edge technologies in the Hyperscale and other spaces. You will have an opportunity to work with recognized subject matter experts allowing YOU to be a key player in bringing data technologies to market. As part of our company culture, we invest in YOUR future, and commit to hands on certifications as well as professional training. Our collaborative culture ensures that our customers benefit from exemplary work across our entire range of professional services.

Responsibilities

• Support and contribute to all aspects of safety for all mechanical tests.
• Support complete commissioning and performance acceptance testing of the mechanical infrastructure systems.
• Development of all mechanical test procedures, MOPs, SOOs and checklists.
• QA/QC of all mechanical test procedures.
• Provide input and insight to the overall commissioning plan.
• Develop reports for the mechanical testing and contribute to a daily report to the Commissioning Project Manager.
• Attend and be an active participant of customer equipment Factory Witness Test.
• Assist with vendor coordination and management.
• Perform equipment inspection to ensure build adherence to vendor submittal.
• Provide test documentation that equipment is delivered, installed, and tested correctly and set to function properly for the customer.
• Support and perform design specification review, manufacturer submittals, one line drawing sets, and project schedule documentation.
• QA/QC of mechanical equipment installation/startup.
• Execute test scripts to confirm equipment and system operation to design specification.
• Ensure safe work practices are followed by the commissioning team and customer site.
• Engage with customers and vendors to ensure positive experience, goals achievement, and schedule adherence.
• Provide daily status reports for mechanical commissioning team status.
• Conduct facility walk downs, turnover, and punch list reviews.
• General understanding of LEED specifications and requirements.
• Look for new opportunities for CAI to provide service and value to customer.
• Duties may be increased as experience and skill allow.

Requirements

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 2 years Data Center Commissioning experience
• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs and specifications
• Knowledge of mission critical design concepts
• Knowledge of Building Automation/Monitoring Systems (BAS/BMS), air handlers, humidifiers, VRF, CRAC/CRAH, evaporators, adiabatic coolers, sensors and flowmeters
• Knowledge of basic thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid flow
• Knowledge of the TAB process
• Knowledge of mechanical trend analysis
• Strong experience with Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work under construction site conditions

• Excellent oral and written English
• Extensive travel may be required (75%)
• Candidates must have a Passport or the ability to immediately obtain one
• Ability to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Our full-time positions offer competitive compensation and benefits including up to 15% retirement contribution, 24 days PTO and 5 sick days per year, health insurance at low cost to the employee, financial support for professional education, and 70% long term disability paid by the company.

About CAI

CAI is a 100% employee-owned company established in 1996, with over 800 people worldwide. We provide commissioning, qualification, validation, start-up, project management and consulting services related to operational readiness to FDA-regulated and other mission critical industries.

EEO and Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer; veterans and diversity are valued. This job description is not all inclusive and CAI may assign other duties. CAI will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. Average salary ranges are shown before benefits or bonuses. CAI Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, 24 days of PTO, ESOP/401K with 15% company contribution (US only), company-paid life insurance, and company-paid long-term disability.