Commissioning Project Manager (Data Centers)

Fortune 500 Engineering, Energy, and Infrastructure firm specializing in the Mission Critical Data Center Business. Award-winning international engineering firm leading the industry in delivering mission-critical infrastructure solutions for hyperscale data center projects.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Project Manager to lead the commissioning of complex mission-critical electrical systems supporting hyperscale data centers. This role will focus on the construction, testing, startup, and commissioning of advanced microgrid solutions integrating Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with large-scale reciprocating engine power generation. The ideal candidate possesses a strong electrical engineering background and extensive experience commissioning medium-voltage electrical distribution systems, backup generation, switchgear, protection and control systems, and integrated power infrastructure within mission-critical environments. This is a hybrid position requiring periodic travel to project sites throughout North America.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activities for mission-critical data center electrical infrastructure from pre-functional testing through final acceptance.
• Manage commissioning schedules, documentation, and project execution for multiple complex projects.
• Oversee construction verification, equipment startup, integrated systems testing (IST), and functional performance testing.
• Commission large-scale reciprocating engine islanded power generation systems integrated with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Coordinate commissioning of:
  • Medium Voltage (MV) electrical distribution systems
  • Switchgear
  • Protective relays
  • Generator control systems
  • Engine controls
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems
  • Microgrid control platforms
• Review electrical drawings, specifications, sequence of operations, commissioning plans, and test procedures.
• Coordinate closely with owners, contractors, equipment manufacturers, design engineers, and field teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Lead issue resolution during startup and commissioning while maintaining project schedules.
• Prepare commissioning reports, punch lists, deficiency tracking, and turnover documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and commissioning best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• Professional Engineer (PE) License (Required)
• 7–10+ years of electrical commissioning experience
• Demonstrated experience commissioning mission-critical Data Center projects
• Strong experience commissioning medium-voltage electrical systems
• Experience with construction, testing, startup, and commissioning of:
  • Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
  • Microgrids
  • Reciprocating engine power generation systems
  • Islanded power systems
• Thorough understanding of:
  • Medium Voltage Switchgear
  • Generator Controls
  • Protective Relays
  • Electrical Distribution Systems
  • Engine Controls
  • SCADA and control systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, and control drawings.
• Excellent communication and project leadership skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience commissioning one or more of the following:
  • Hyperscale Data Centers
  • Colocation Data Centers
  • Mission Critical Facilities
  • Utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems
  • Critical Power Infrastructure
  • Emergency Power Systems
  • Combined Heat & Power (CHP)
  • Distributed Energy Resources (DER)

Schedule

• Hybrid work environment
• Initial travel to assigned project sites to establish project familiarity and support commissioning activities
• Moderate travel based on project assignments

Pay

$140,000 - $180,000 per year

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary with Bonus
• Salary + Time & Half Overtime
• 401K with Matching Contribution
• Unlimited PTO
• Complete Health Benefits with Life Insurance
• Fully Remote Accelerated Career Growth

Why join us?

• Join one of the fastest-growing Mission Critical commissioning practices in North America.
• Work on cutting-edge data center infrastructure supporting AI, cloud computing, and critical digital infrastructure.
• Lead the commissioning of innovative Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Microgrid projects.
• Long-term career growth with a financially strong Fortune 500 organization committed to expanding its mission-critical and energy infrastructure business.
• Opportunity to work on some of the industry's most technically advanced mission-critical projects while helping shape the future of resilient power systems and next-generation data center infrastructure.