Senior Mechanical Data Center Commissioning Engineer (Lead)

NextGenEnergyJobs; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a senior professional to lead data center commissioning efforts across multiple projects. You will own commissioning programs, oversee testing, and ensure engineering standards are met for high-availability infrastructure.

The role requires 8+ years in commissioning with expert depth, hands-on experience with cooling and BMS controls, and strong collaboration with vendors and internal teams. Occasional travel to sites is required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in data center commissioning, construction, or critical infrastructure delivery.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; equivalent commissioning experience considered.
• Expert knowledge of L1–L5 commissioning and testing requirements.
• Hands-on commissioning with data center cooling infrastructure including liquid cooling (CDUs) and BMS/controls.
• Experience developing and running factory acceptance or factory witness testing for modular equipment.
• Ability to review construction drawings, P&IDs, single-line diagrams, sequences of operation, submittals, and test procedures.
• Track record managing third-party commissioning agents and holding suppliers to scope, schedule, and quality.

Skills

Data center commissioning

Commissioning depth L1-L5

Cooling & controls systems

Factory testing

Technical documentation

Vendor management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking a senior professional to lead data center commissioning efforts across multiple projects. You will own commissioning programs, oversee testing, and ensure engineering standards are met for high-availability infrastructure.

The role requires 8+ years in commissioning with expert depth, hands-on experience with cooling and BMS controls, and strong collaboration with vendors and internal teams. Occasional travel to sites is required.