Senior Mechanical Commissioning Lead, Data Centers

Engineering Economics, Inc.; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (employee stock ownership)

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

EEI is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Specialist to lead commissioning, testing, and documentation for mission-critical mechanical systems.

You will guide field execution, resolve complex issues, and mentor junior staff across data centers and similar facilities. This role emphasizes collaboration with project teams, clients, contractors, and vendors to deliver reliable, high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in mechanical systems, commissioning, facilities operations, engineering, construction, maintenance, or related technical field.
• Advanced working knowledge of HVAC, 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex commissioning, testing, and verification activities for mechanical systems in data centers and mission-critical facilities.
• Guide field execution, functional performance testing, startup support, and closeout activities across mechanical scopes.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical system issues and drive resolution with project teams, contractors, and vendors.
• Review drawings, specifications, trend data, test results to evaluate readiness and performance.
• Communicate commissioning status, risks, findings, and recommendations to clients and internal teams.
• Mentor Mechanical Specialists and provide field coaching and documentation review.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Project software

Job description

EEI is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Specialist to lead commissioning, testing, and documentation for mission-critical mechanical systems.

You will guide field execution, resolve complex issues, and mentor junior staff across data centers and similar facilities. This role emphasizes collaboration with project teams, clients, contractors, and vendors to deliver reliable, high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.