Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Data Center

FST Technical Services

$130K — $170K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years in electrical installation/inspection or 3+ years in commissioning
  • 1+ year of experience in data center or mission-critical facilities
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Ability to read construction drawings and specifications

Responsibilities

  • Lead commissioning activities across full project lifecycle of major data center builds
  • Execute and oversee functional testing, factory witness testing, and on-site validation
  • Manage multiple assignments while keeping to schedule, budget, and quality expectations
  • Identify risks and opportunities by interpreting contract documents
  • Evaluate electrical distribution systems and their connectivity
  • Troubleshoot system performance issues in real time
  • Mentor junior engineers and assist with training initiatives

Benefits

  • Opportunities for mentorship and team development
  • Involvement in high-stakes data center projects
  • Exposure to cutting-edge technology in mission-critical environments
  • Regular travel to diverse project sites
  • Engaging with clients and stakeholders as a trusted partner
Full Job Description
Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Data Center

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 data center environments.

Why This Role Stands Out

This is a position for someone who:
• Owns outcomes, not just tasks
• Understands systems holistically, not in silos
• Can operate independently while leading others

You will play a direct role in ensuring data center critical systems are designed correctly, installed properly, and perform under real-world conditions.

What You'll Do

Project Leadership & Execution
• Commissioning activities across the full project lifecycle of major data center build
• 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 Electrical background
• 7+ years in electrical system installation and/or inspection at the industrial level or3+ years commissioning
• At least 1+ Data center or mission-critical facility experience

Technical Capabilities
• Experience with electrical distribution, HVAC systems, controls, fire alarm, building systems 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 $170,000

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