Remote-First Senior Data Center Mechanical Commissioning Lead

Engineering Economics, Inc.; South Bend (IN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Engineering Economics, Inc. in Indiana, USA, seeks a Sr. Mechanical Specialist to lead commissioning and testing of mechanical systems in data centers and mission-critical facilities.

You will guide field execution, analyze performance data, and collaborate with clients and teams to ensure reliable outcomes. This role requires 6+ years of experience, strong leadership, and hands-on problem solving. Hybrid work in Indiana with significant travel, professional development, and ESOP benefits are

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in mechanical systems, commissioning, facilities operations, engineering, construction, maintenance, or related technical field.
• Advanced working knowledge of HVAC systems, chilled water systems, cooling infrastructure, controls, and related mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, technical documentation, trend data, and system information.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex commissioning, testing, and verification activities for mechanical systems supporting mission-critical facilities and data centers.
• Guide field execution, functional performance testing, startup support, and closeout activities across assigned mechanical scopes.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical system issues and drive practical resolution with project teams, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Review drawings, specifications, trend data, test results, and system information to evaluate readiness and performance.
• Communicate commissioning status, risks, findings, and recommendations clearly with clients, contractors, and internal project teams.

Skills

Mechanical experience

HVAC systems

Reading drawings

MEP systems

Leadership

Troubleshooting

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Commissioning documentation tools

Project software

Job description

Engineering Economics, Inc. in Indiana, USA, seeks a Sr. Mechanical Specialist to lead commissioning and testing of mechanical systems in data centers and mission-critical facilities.

You will guide field execution, analyze performance data, and collaborate with clients and teams to ensure reliable outcomes. This role requires 6+ years of experience, strong leadership, and hands-on problem solving. Hybrid work in Indiana with significant travel, professional development, and ESOP benefits are