Commissioning Field Engineer – Mechanical- Data Center

About the role

Bala Consulting Engineers, a 200‑person multi‑discipline engineering firm headquartered in Wayne, PA, is seeking experienced commissioning engineers with data‑center expertise. The role involves traveling to client sites local to the Wayne office and throughout the United States to provide technical oversight of mechanical systems and equipment for Fortune 500 projects, including data centers, trading floors, broadcast facilities, high‑rise infrastructure, and high‑end offices.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning and/or QA/QC testing oversight of mechanical equipment.
• Provide technical oversight for mechanical system upgrades in existing facilities and new mechanical systems testing in new construction.
• Scope work includes air‑cooled, water‑cooled, or DX chiller plants, CRAH units, and BMS control systems.
• Plan and execute predictive and preventative maintenance programs.
• Troubleshoot systemic and component issues throughout the commissioning process.
• Manage commissioning and testing projects, including client coordination, internal team leadership, and project financials.
• Lead projects and author proposals, test scripts, and detailed reports.
• Mentor and train other commissioning team members.
• Coordinate invoicing with the Accounting Department.
• Attend conferences and networking events periodically.
• Travel nationally as required, with reimbursement for travel, lodging, car rental, and meals.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or a comparable qualification.
• Mid‑level commissioning engineer with 7 + years of experience.
• Required data‑center experience.
• Willingness to travel across the U.S. for extended periods and work varied hours (days, nights, weekends).
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical equipment testing.
• EIT, PE, or CPMP certification – a plus.
• Military background in mechanical system operation and repair – a plus.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset and motivation to learn.
• Proficient technical writing (proposals, test scripts, reports) and communication skills.
• Ability to work both in the office and on client sites; valid driver’s license required.
• Background check and drug screening may be required by the client for onsite projects.

Pay

Market‑competitive salary structure.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Employer‑paid life insurance.
• Up to five weeks of PTO (based on years of experience) plus eight paid holidays.
• Eight hours of Volunteer Time Off.
• Tuition and licensure reimbursement.
• Federal student loan assistance with a match up to $5,250 per year.
• Section 529 college‑saving plan.
• Employee referral program.