Mechanical Lead

At EEI, we believe in doing things the right way, with excellence, integrity, and genuine care for our people. As an employee-owned company, our People First culture is rooted in trust, accountability, and shared success. As a Mechanical Lead for EEI’s Mission Critical team, you will lead mechanical commissioning execution for data centers and other high-reliability facilities. You will work with project leadership, clients, contractors, vendors, and internal technical teams to help ensure mechanical systems are installed, tested, documented, and operating in alignment with project requirements and client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical commissioning execution for systems supporting mission-critical facilities and data centers.
• Oversee field execution, functional performance testing, integrated testing support, and closeout activities across assigned scopes or projects.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex mechanical system issues and drive practical resolution with project stakeholders.
• Align commissioning activities with project scope, schedule, client expectations, and EEI quality standards.
• Communicate project status, technical findings, risks, recommendations, and follow-up needs with clients and project teams.
• Provide technical leadership, coaching, and prioritization support for Mechanical Support, Mechanical Specialists, and Sr. Mechanical Specialists.
• Help strengthen safe, consistent, and high-quality commissioning practices across the mechanical discipline.

Requirements

Required

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical systems, commissioning, facilities operations, engineering, construction, maintenance, or a related technical field.
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC systems, chilled water systems, cooling infrastructure, controls, and related mechanical equipment.
• Ability to lead mechanical commissioning execution, guide technical teams, and support complex project coordination.
• Advanced understanding of MEP systems, controls, and integrated building operations.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, commissioning plans, trend data, and technical documentation.
• Strong technical troubleshooting, quality assurance, leadership, communication, documentation, and client-facing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and commissioning documentation tools or project software.
• Currently authorized to work in the U.S. full-time.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Experience leading commissioning teams or complex commissioning efforts in mission-critical facilities, data centers, healthcare facilities, or other high-reliability environments.
• Experience supporting project planning, resource coordination, client communication, issue escalation, and commissioning closeout across multiple projects or teams.
• Professional certifications or ongoing development related to commissioning, building performance, project leadership, people leadership, or mechanical systems. Certifications such as PE, LEED, CxA, PMP, and/or other equivalent certifications strongly preferred.

Working Conditions

• Typical Travel: Up to 75%. Travel requirements vary by project and individual location.
• Work Environment: Hybrid environment of office and field-based work for site visits. Site visits may include mission-critical facilities, data centers, active construction environments, mechanical rooms, uneven ground, varying weather conditions, and field interactions.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform site inspections, which may include walking project sites, climbing ladders, occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs, and working in confined spaces when needed. Reasonable accommodation may be provided.

Reports to: Associate, Team Leader, or Project Manager, depending on organizational structure and project assignment.

Supervisory duties: This role provides technical leadership, field guidance, coaching, and coordination for Mechanical Support, Mechanical Specialists, Sr. Mechanical Specialists, and other assigned team members. Formal supervisory responsibilities may vary based on team structure, project assignment, and business needs.

Partners with: Works closely with EEI project teams, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, equipment manufacturers, project stakeholders, engineers, project managers, and senior technical team members across disciplines.

Key Representative to: EEI clients, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.

About EEI

EEI is a recognized leader in facility and energy consulting. We deliver innovative, performance-focused solutions that maximize building performance, extend system lifecycles, and reduce utility costs. This dedication has earned us trusted partnerships with Fortune 500 organizations, national healthcare networks, prestigious universities, and leading government agencies. Nationally recognized for building commissioning and building performance, EEI also provides facility assessments, master planning, energy audits, and technical program management, supported by specialty teams serving healthcare, data center, and mission-critical facilities.

Our reputation is built by the people who lead our work every day. That’s why our values aren’t just words; they are lived out daily in how we make decisions, build trusted relationships, and deliver quality. As an employee-owned company, we share success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), reflecting our commitment to building something meaningful together. And as EEI rapidly grows, we’re looking for talented people who want meaningful work, a supportive team, and room to grow.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% employer funded
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Company-paid LTD, STD, and basic life insurance
• Voluntary life, accident coverage, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Profit-sharing + discretionary performance bonuses
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match; 100% immediate vesting
• Vacation + sick time
• Eight (8) paid + two (2) floating holidays
• Parental Leave
• Milestone Travel Award (Every 5 Years)
• Remote first company
• Paid certifications, seminars, and conferences
• Professional development opportunities