Remote-First Mission-Critical Mechanical Specialist

Engineering Economics, Inc.; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

FSAs

HSAs

Company retirement plan with match

Paid time off

Remote first company

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

EEI seeks a Mechanical Specialist to join our Mission Critical team. You will perform commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and verification of mechanical systems for data centers and high-reliability facilities, working with project stakeholders to ensure safe and reliable operation.

This hands-on role emphasizes field work, startup, documentation, and closeout, with opportunities to mentor others and grow within an employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical systems, facilities operations, commissioning, construction, or related technical environment.
• Knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, cooling towers, pumps, controls, and related equipment in mission-critical facilities.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specs, sequences of operation, and submittals.
• Independent execution of technical activities with strong collaboration.
• Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning, testing, and verification activities for mechanical systems in mission-critical facilities.
• Troubleshoot performance issues and support resolution with project teams and contractors.
• Coordinate field activities, testing, and project documentation for delivery.
• Review drawings, specs, and sequences to validate installation readiness.
• Communicate status and findings with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Mentor developing commissioning professionals through field collaboration.
• Contribute to safe, reliable project execution in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

HVAC systems

MEP systems

Commissioning

Troubleshooting

Field coordination

Documentation

Reading drawings

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Ethical standards

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Commissioning software

Project management tools

Job description

EEI seeks a Mechanical Specialist to join our Mission Critical team. You will perform commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and verification of mechanical systems for data centers and high-reliability facilities, working with project stakeholders to ensure safe and reliable operation.

This hands-on role emphasizes field work, startup, documentation, and closeout, with opportunities to mentor others and grow within an employee-owned culture.