Critical Mechanical Systems Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the readiness of mechanical systems for new capacity and ensure ongoing reliability.

• Provide oversight during commissioning and validate the performance and control sequences of mechanical systems.

• Monitor and resolve defects and punch-list items during the commissioning phase.

• Develop and implement commissioning protocols for infrastructure projects within operational datacenters.

• Confirm operational procedures following turnover and prior to the deployment of customer loads.

• Standardize the documentation for mechanical turnover and ensure proper storage in repositories.

• Verify the training of operators and their preparedness for Day 1 operations.

• Conduct site physical inspections and infrastructure evaluations with a focus on mechanical reliability, efficiency, and risk assessment.

• Propel the resolution of mitigation plans.

• Record field alterations and convey operational implications to the relevant teams.

• Address readiness deficiencies prior to the hand-off process.

• Collaborate with Design & Construction, Commissioning, Site Operations, and Reliability Engineering teams.

• Assess processes and procedures and offer recommendations for enhancements in data center design and equipment functionality.

⛳️ Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in mission-critical facilities.

• Extensive knowledge of chilled-water plants, CRAH/CRAC units, heat rejection systems, and control systems/BMS.

• Proficient understanding of ASHRAE TC9.9 guidelines.

• Familiarity with codes and standards pertaining to hydronics and ventilation systems.

• Experience with various commissioning methodologies.

• Practical experience in submittal reviews, operational sequencing, functional performance testing, and punch-list completion.

• Strong documentation practices and effective communication with stakeholders.

• Capability to lead mechanical programs across multiple sites.

• Excellent analytical capabilities.

• Experience with CMMS, DCIM/BMS integrations, and incident/RCA procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience.

• Ability to operate in mechanical and electrical rooms around energized systems while adhering to LOTO and NFPA 70E standards.

• Willingness to support 24/7 operational requirements.

• Preferred certifications include PMP, AHRAE certifications, or Professional Engineer (PE) status.

🏝️ Benefits

• Occasional participation in on-call rotation and work during nights/weekends.

• Travel to supported sites is approximately 50% of the time.

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in line with the ADA and applicable state or local laws.