Senior Mechanical Commissioning Lead – Data Centers

EEI; Montgomery City (MO); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP);

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-

Milestone Travel Award

Paid certifications, seminars, and/con

Job summary

EEI is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Specialist to lead commissioning of mechanical systems in data centers and mission-critical facilities. You will guide field execution, perform functional tests, and mentor teammates.

The role requires 6+ years in mechanical systems, strong HVAC/MEP knowledge, and the ability to interpret drawings and specifications. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred; PE/LEED/CxA/PMP are valued; travel up to 75%.

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 escalate 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.

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

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings/specifications

Project coordination

Communication

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Commissioning documentation tools

Job description

EEI is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Specialist to lead commissioning of mechanical systems in data centers and mission-critical facilities. You will guide field execution, perform functional tests, and mentor teammates.

The role requires 6+ years in mechanical systems, strong HVAC/MEP knowledge, and the ability to interpret drawings and specifications. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred; PE/LEED/CxA/PMP are valued; travel up to 75%.