Senior Mechanical Specialist – Data Center Commissioning

EEI; Richland (WA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)

Company-paid LTD, STD, and basic life

Voluntary life, accident, critical Ill

Profit-sharing + discretionary bonuses

401(k) retirement plan with company (1

Job summary

EEI is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Specialist to lead commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for mechanical systems in data centers and other high‑reliability facilities. You will work with project leadership, clients, contractors, and technical teams to deliver reliable outcomes.

This role focuses on field execution, performance testing, issue resolution, and mentoring developing professionals 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 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

HVAC systems expertise

Mechanical commissioning

Reading drawings & specs

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

MS Office & docs tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

PE/LEED/CxA/PMP certifications

Job description

EEI is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Specialist to lead commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation for mechanical systems in data centers and other high‑reliability facilities. You will work with project leadership, clients, contractors, and technical teams to deliver reliable outcomes.

This role focuses on field execution, performance testing, issue resolution, and mentoring developing professionals in mission‑critical environments.