Senior Mechanical Commissioning Lead – Data Center (Remote)

Engineering Economics, Inc.; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Company-paid LTD/STD

Profit-sharing

401(k) retirement plan with company %

Vacation + sick time

Paid certifications and professional开发

Remote first company

Job summary

Engineering Economics, Inc. (EEI) seeks a Sr. Mechanical Specialist to lead complex commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for mechanical systems in data centers and mission-critical facilities.

You will guide field execution, support functional performance testing, and mentor junior specialists in a fast-paced, high-reliability environment. Ideal candidates have 6+ years in mechanical systems, HVAC expertise, and strong collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in mechanical systems, commissioning, facilities operations, engineering, construction, maintenance, or a 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.
• Advanced understanding of MEP systems, controls, and integrated building operations.
• Ability to lead assigned commissioning activities, guide field execution, and elevate complex technical or project issues appropriately.
• Strong troubleshooting, quality assurance, communication, documentation, coordination, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and commissioning documentation tools or project software.
• Currently authorized to work in the U.S. full-time.

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.
• Mentor Mechanical Specialists and Mechanical Support team members through field coaching, documentation review, and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to safe, reliable, and high-quality project delivery in fast-paced mission-critical environments.

Skills

HVAC systems expertise

Read/interpret drawings

MEP systems knowledge

Leadership in commissioning

Troubleshooting & QA

MS Office proficiency

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management

Tools

MS Office Suite

Commissioning documentation tools

Job description

Engineering Economics, Inc. (EEI) seeks a Sr. Mechanical Specialist to lead complex commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for mechanical systems in data centers and mission-critical facilities.

You will guide field execution, support functional performance testing, and mentor junior specialists in a fast-paced, high-reliability environment. Ideal candidates have 6+ years in mechanical systems, HVAC expertise, and strong collaboration skills.