Senior Data Center Commissioning Engineer

QTS Realty Trust; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

QTS Realty Trust is seeking a Commissioning Engineer II to lead the planning and execution of commissioning activities for data center base building systems, security, life safety, electrical, mechanical, and BMS. The role requires documenting results, coordinating with a project team, and serving as liaison to a third-party commissioning agent.

The candidate will develop comprehensive commissioning plans, witness testing, and ensure compliance with industry standards and client specs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the specified fields or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years in data center engineering, commissioning, or project management.
• Experience with CCTV/Access control, networks, and fire detection/suppression systems.
• U.S. Citizenship required by law for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in site construction activities and ensure design/testing adheres to standards.
• Develop commissioning plans for Levels 1–5 covering subsystems, electrical, mechanical and BMS.
• Conduct commissioning activities and validate system operations against specs.
• Witness tests and review operational documentation for all equipment.
• Collaborate with design engineers, project managers, contractors and operations; manage change and QA documentation.

Skills

MS Office

Outlook

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Outlook

Job description

QTS Realty Trust is seeking a Commissioning Engineer II to lead the planning and execution of commissioning activities for data center base building systems, security, life safety, electrical, mechanical, and BMS. The role requires documenting results, coordinating with a project team, and serving as liaison to a third-party commissioning agent.

The candidate will develop comprehensive commissioning plans, witness testing, and ensure compliance with industry standards and client specs.