Mechanical Commissioning Engineer – Data Centers

DataX Connect; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 96,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

DataX Connect is seeking an experienced Mechanical Commissioning Engineer to support major data center projects in Virginia. The role requires direct commissioning experience on Equinix data center installations and on-site work in Washington, VA.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings and plans, performing inspections and functional testing, and coordinating with contractors and client teams to ensure safe, compliant system handover.

Qualifications

• Direct commissioning experience on data center projects (essential).
• Experience reviewing mechanical drawings, specs and commissioning plans.
• Willingness to work on site in Washington, VA.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical commissioning activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review mechanical drawings, specifications, commissioning plans and technical documentation.
• Perform and witness equipment inspections and functional testing.
• Support L2-L5 commissioning activities.
• Identify, document and track commissioning issues through to resolution.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, client teams and project stakeholders.
• Produce commissioning reports, test documentation and progress updates.
• Ensure systems are completed safely and in accordance with project requirements.

Skills

Mechanical commissioning

Data center experience

Equinix projects

Job description

Mechanical Commissioning Engineer - Data Centers

Locations: Washington, Virginia

Contract: Long-term W2 contract

Rate: $70-$100 per hour, depending on experience

We are looking for experienced Mechanical Commissioning Engineers to support major data center projects across Virginia.

Candidates must have direct commissioning experience working on Equinix data center projects. This is an essential requirement for the position.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical commissioning activities throughout the project lifecycle
• Review mechanical drawings, specifications, commissioning plans and technical documentation
• Perform and witness equipment inspections and functional testing
• Support L2-L5 commissioning activities
• Identify, document and track commissioning issues through to resolution
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, client teams and project stakeholders
• Produce commissioning reports, test documentation and progress updates
• Ensure systems are completed safely and in accordance with project requirements

Relevant Mechanical Systems

• Chillers and cooling systems
• CRAH and CRAC units
• Pumps, pipework and associated controls
• HVAC systems
• BMS and mechanical control systems
• Functional and integrated systems testing
• Direct commissioning experience on Equinix data center projects
• Strong mechanical commissioning background
• Previous mission-critical or data center experience
• Experience completing commissioning documentation and test scripts
• Strong communication, reporting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively with contractors, vendors and client representatives
• Willingness to work on site in Washington