Senior Mechanical Commissioning Lead – Data Centers Remote

Engineering-Economics,-Inc.; Richland (WA); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-m𝚊

Job summary

EEI is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Specialist to lead complex commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for mechanical systems in data centers and mission-critical facilities in the Tri-Cities, WA area.

The role requires 6+ years in mechanical systems and strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, and building automation. Hybrid office/field work with travel up to 75% and mentorship responsibilities.

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.

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.

Skills

Mechanical commissioning

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings & specs

Project coordination

Office software

Field mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Commissioning documentation tools

Job description

EEI is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Specialist to lead complex commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for mechanical systems in data centers and mission-critical facilities in the Tri-Cities, WA area.

The role requires 6+ years in mechanical systems and strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, and building automation. Hybrid office/field work with travel up to 75% and mentorship responsibilities.