Senior Mechanical Commissioning Lead, Data Centers

EEI; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP);

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 0%

Job summary

EEI is seeking a Mechanical Lead for its Mission Critical team to lead commissioning execution for data centers and other high-reliability facilities. You will work with project leadership, clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure mechanical systems are installed, tested, documented, and operated to meet project requirements.

This role provides discipline-level technical leadership, guides complex field execution, and supports team development across assigned projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in mechanical systems, commissioning, or related field.
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC and cooling infrastructure.
• Ability to lead commissioning execution and guide technical teams.
• Strong reading of drawings and docs; proficient in documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical commissioning execution for data centers and mission-critical facilities.
• Oversee field execution, testing, and closeout activities across projects.
• Act as escalation point for complex mechanical issues and drive resolution.
• Align activities with scope, schedule, and client expectations.
• Provide technical leadership and coaching to Mechanical Support teams.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical commissioning

Project coordination

Client relations

Troubleshooting

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

EEI is seeking a Mechanical Lead for its Mission Critical team to lead commissioning execution for data centers and other high-reliability facilities. You will work with project leadership, clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure mechanical systems are installed, tested, documented, and operated to meet project requirements.

This role provides discipline-level technical leadership, guides complex field execution, and supports team development across assigned projects.