Senior Mechanical Commissioning Lead – Data Center Projects

FST Technical Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly per diem

Mobilization support

Relocation assistance

Job summary

FST Technical Services is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to lead commissioning on data-center projects and ensure systems operate as designed. This role requires field leadership, strong communication, and hands-on problem-solving across HVACR and related systems.

Based in Atlanta, GA or San Jose, CA, travel to project sites is expected. 7+ years in HVACR/Mechanical (or 3+ years commissioning) and data-center experience are required. Per diem and mobilization support are included.

Qualifications

• Degree in HVACR, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years experience or 3+ years commissioning.
• Data center experience required.
• Ability to read construction documents.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities across the full lifecycle.
• Execute functional testing, witness testing, and system validation.
• Manage assignments within schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Evaluate HVAC, controls, automation, fire safety systems.
• Troubleshoot system performance issues.
• Review design documentation.
• Lead meetings and communicate findings.
• Build relationships with clients and contractors.
• Complete reports and manage time and expenses.
• Mentor junior engineers and support training.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Field leadership

Mentor junior engineers

Education

Degree in HVACR, Mechanical, Electrical Eng

Tools

BIM

Job description

FST Technical Services is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer to lead commissioning on data-center projects and ensure systems operate as designed. This role requires field leadership, strong communication, and hands-on problem-solving across HVACR and related systems.

Based in Atlanta, GA or San Jose, CA, travel to project sites is expected. 7+ years in HVACR/Mechanical (or 3+ years commissioning) and data-center experience are required. Per diem and mobilization support are included.