Data Center Tech Ops Engineer (Commissioning – Owner’s Rep)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide oversight for testing and validation of electrical and mechanical systems in live data center environments
- Review as-built documentation, design drawings, equipment submittals, and sequences of operations
- Manage and coordinate third-party commissioning vendors during onsite functional and integrated systems testing
- Audit commissioning activities to ensure compliance with environmental, quality, and safety standards
- Identify and resolve technical issues, balancing project schedules and operational constraints
- Support development and review of commissioning documentation including test plans, scripts, and reports
- Contribute to scheduling, planning, and execution of retro-commissioning projects
- Deliver regular progress reports and performance metrics to leadership
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring milestones, budgets, and performance targets are met
- Share lessons learned and drive continuous improvement across teams and programs
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in engineering, installation, or commissioning/startup of electrical and/or mechanical systems
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience
- Strong technical expertise in at least one discipline (mechanical, electrical, or controls), with the ability to cross-train in others
- Ability to interpret and review engineering documentation (drawings, specs, submittals, sequences of operation)
- Experience reviewing commissioning documentation to ensure alignment with design intent
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with SharePoint or similar tools
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multiple teams in high-pressure environments
- High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Advanced understanding of critical infrastructure systems (mechanical, electrical, controls)
- Experience developing and executing test procedures based on design intent and approved submittals
Systems & Infrastructure Scope
- Middle and low voltage power systems
- Generators and UPS systems
- HVAC systems (Air Handlers, Exhaust Fans, VFDs)
- Chilled water systems
- Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS)
- Testing and balancing processes
- Pumps and hydronic systems
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
- Supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity)
- 401(k)-retirement savings
- Life & disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal support
- Auto, home insurance, pet insurance
- Employee discounts with preferred vendors
Equal Employment Opportunity
Russell Tobin is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.