Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Data Center Construction

FST Technical Services

$130K — $180K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Electrical Engineering degree or Qualified Electrician background
  • 7+ years in electrical systems or 3+ years in commissioning
  • Experience in data center or mission-critical environments
  • Proficiency in electrical distribution, HVAC systems, controls, and automation
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications

Responsibilities

  • Lead commissioning activities throughout the project lifecycle
  • Execute functional testing, factory witness testing, and on-site validation
  • Manage multiple projects to meet schedule and budget
  • Identify risks and opportunities from contract documents
  • Troubleshoot real-time system performance issues
  • Conduct commissioning meetings and communicate findings
  • Mentor junior engineers and support training initiatives

Benefits

  • Regular travel to project sites with potential for broader U.S. travel
  • Opportunity to lead critical projects in high-stakes environments
  • Engagement with clients and contractors as a trusted partner
  • Involvement in team development and mentoring initiatives
  • Hands-on experience with cutting-edge data center technologies
Full Job Description
Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Data Center Construction

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Commissioning Project Engineer who can lead from the front, solve complex technical challenges, and drive commissioning outcomes in high-stakes environments.

What You'll Do

Project Leadership & Execution
• Lead commissioning activities across the full project lifecycle
• Execute and oversee functional testing, factory witness testing, and on-site validation
• Manage multiple assignments while maintaining schedule, budget, and quality expectations
• Interpret contract documents to identify risks and opportunities

Technical Expertise & Problem Solving
• Evaluate electrical distribution systems and building system interconnectivity
• Troubleshoot system performance issues in real time
• Review design documentation and submittals

Client & Stakeholder Engagement
• Lead commissioning meetings and communicate findings
• Serve as a trusted partner to clients and contractors

Operational Contributions
• Complete field reports, documentation, and time management
• Support scheduling and revenue targets

Team Development
• Mentor junior engineers and support training initiatives

What You Bring

Core Qualifications
• Electrical Engineering degree or Qualified Electrician background
• 7+ years in electrical systems OR 3+ years commissioning
• Data center or mission-critical experience

Technical Capabilities
• Experience with electrical distribution, HVAC systems, controls, fire alarm, and automation
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications

Professional Skills
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Ability to lead meetings and manage multiple priorities

Physical Requirements
• Ability to work in field environments, climb ladders, and lift ~30 lbs

Preferred
• EIT, CEM, LEED, OSHA 30, BIM experience

Travel Requirements

Regular travel to project sites with potential for broader U.S. travel. Must be able to work on-site as required.

Salary range: $130,000 to $180,000

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