Data Center Commissioning Specialist – Mechanical

About the role

As a Commissioning Specialist at Jacobs, you will participate in onsite activities to support Data Center Commissioning projects. You will lead and perform all mechanical commissioning related activities, including testing (QA/QC, Functional Performance) and equipment and systems start‑up, ensuring a safe and functional environment that meets design requirements and stakeholder expectations. You will engage in owner’s L4‑L5 Data Center commissioning while overseeing and supporting the L0‑L3 commissioning activities, working directly with Jacobs clients, project stakeholders, and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical commissioning activities for utility infrastructure, life safety, mechanical and plumbing systems, building automation, and facility O&M.
• Conduct QA/QC and functional performance testing, and manage equipment and system start‑up.
• Document L2/L3 commissioning activities and lead L4/L5 testing for Data Center projects.
• Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and contractors to achieve optimal operational performance and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with ASHRAE, NFPA, and TAB mechanical testing and code requirements.
• Support construction processes and provide technical guidance throughout project phases.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience as a mechanical commissioning specialist, including utility infrastructure, life safety, mechanical systems, plumbing, building/facility systems, building automation, and O&M.
• 2‑3 years of focused experience documenting L2/L3 activities and leading L4/L5 testing for Data Center commissioning.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to clear a background check.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.
• Residence in the Washington, DC or Northern Virginia metro area is preferred.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of ASHRAE, NFPA, and TAB mechanical testing and code requirements.
• Understanding of the construction process.
• Industry‑recognized commissioning certification.
• IR thermography Level 1 or Level 2 certification.
• AWS or similar L4 lead certification.
• NFPA 70E certification.
• OSHA 10 (minimum) and OSHA 30 (preferred).
• Experience with IR thermography.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
• Deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan (eligible employees).
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
• Potential merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and additional stock awards.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $118,300.00 to $207,100.00, determined by work location, skills, experience, and education.

Schedule

• Hybrid working policy: split the work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.
• Travel requirement up to 50% of time.