Senior Mechanical Commissioning Lead – Remote Data Centers

Engineering Economics, Inc.; Sterling (VA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

EEI is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Specialist for its Mission Critical team to lead commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for mechanical systems in data centers and other high-reliability facilities.

You will guide field execution, support performance testing, drive issue resolution, and mentor junior staff, delivering reliable outcomes in mission‑critical environments.

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 accelerate complex technical or project issues appropriately.

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

Mechanical systems

HVAC systems

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Communication

Microsoft Office

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

EEI is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Specialist for its Mission Critical team to lead commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for mechanical systems in data centers and other high-reliability facilities.

You will guide field execution, support performance testing, drive issue resolution, and mentor junior staff, delivering reliable outcomes in mission‑critical environments.