Commissioning Engineer - Hyperscale

PTAG Inc.

$90K — $110K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in commissioning, construction, or project engineering, especially in mission-critical or data center settings.
  • Understanding of commissioning levels (L1-L5) and Integrated Systems Testing (IST) methodology.
  • Proficient in Primavera P6 for schedule alignment and management.
  • Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and control systems used in critical facilities.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple stakeholders and vendors.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, capable of reporting on schedule and project status.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and update the Hands-to-Cool (H2C) schedule alongside project leads.
  • Align H2C schedule with the P6 master schedule, managing conflicts and dependencies.
  • Facilitate L1-L3 testing and verification to meet H2C milestones.
  • Ensure documentation and readiness records for Level 4 handoff to the Owner's Commissioning Authority.
  • Resolve commissioning deficiencies and test issues by coordinating corrective actions.
  • Manage vendor and subcontractor resources for testing and commissioning.
  • Support Integrated Systems Testing readiness without executing tests or performance evaluations.
  • Maintain communication with project stakeholders about commissioning status and risks.

Benefits

  • Opportunities to work on major infrastructure and capital projects.
  • Exposure to leading industry clients and partners.
  • Flexible work environment with advancement potential.
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP).
  • Culture that prioritizes safety, accountability, and excellence.
Full Job Description
Commissioning Engineer - Hyperscale - Hamlet, NC - Full Time - ID# 7175

We are seeking a Commissioning Engineer - Hyperscale to support our growing team in Hamlet, NC. In this role, you'll play a key part in driving project excellence, collaborating with industry leaders, and ensuring high-quality outcomes across complex initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain the Hands-to-Cool (H2C) schedule in close coordination with the Campus Lead and Commissioning Lead, ensuring accuracy and timely updates throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Align the H2C schedule with the P6 master project schedule, identifying dependencies and potential critical path impacts and escalating conflicts to the Campus Lead/Project Scheduler for resolution.
  • Coordinate Level 1 through Level 3 (L1-L3) testing and verification activities to support on-time achievement of H2C milestones.
  • Support the Level 3-to-Level 4 handoff by ensuring documentation, Issues Log status, and readiness records are complete for transfer to the Owner's Commissioning Authority (ACx) and Commissioning Agent (CxA); provide documentation and coordination support if requested by the ACx/CxA during L4-L5 activities, within approved scope.
  • Drive timely resolution of commissioning observations, deficiencies, and test issues identified through L1-L3 by coordinating corrective actions with responsible parties; verify and document - does not approve or accept work.
  • Coordinate vendor and subcontractor resources and schedules required to support L1-L3 testing and commissioning activities.
  • Support Integrated Systems Testing (IST) readiness - including documentation completeness, punch list tracking, and coordination with the Owner's CxA/ACx during handoff and closeout - without performing IST execution or functional performance testing.
  • Maintain clear, consistent communication and reporting with project stakeholders regarding commissioning schedule status, risks, and issue resolution.
  • Support development and maintenance of commissioning documentation, including L1-L3 test procedures, checklists, MOP scripts, and the Commissioning Issues Log.
  • Participate in daily commissioning meetings and broader project meetings, providing schedule and commissioning status updates to the Campus Lead, Commissioning Lead, and project team.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in commissioning, construction, or project engineering, preferably within mission-critical or data center environments.
  • Working knowledge of commissioning process levels (L1-L5) and Integrated Systems Testing (IST) methodology, with a clear understanding of PTAG's L1-L3 scope boundary and the L312L4 handoff to the Owner's commissioning authority.
  • Proficiency with Primavera P6 scheduling software; ability to interpret and align detailed schedules with the master project schedule.
  • Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and controls systems typical of critical facilities (e.g., cooling plants, electrical distribution, BMS/EPMS).
  • Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple vendors, subcontractors, and stakeholders concurrently.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing and presenting schedule and status reports.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and commissioning test procedures.

Compensation at PTAG varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set and level of experience.

Why Join PTAG?
At PTAG, you'll be part of a dynamic, growing consulting firm that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation.
Opportunity to work on major infrastructure and capital projects.
  • Exposure to industry-leading clients and partners.
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Flexible work environment and opportunities for advancement.
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP).
  • A culture that values safety, accountability, and excellence.

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