Mechanical Start-Up/Commissioning Specialist (Data Centers)

About the Role

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting-edge manufacturing. As a Mechanical Start-Up and Commissioning Specialist, you'll join our collaborative team providing Commissioning and Start-Up services to clients in the Data Center Industry. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work for a Global Engineering Firm and support clients that operate mission-critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop start-up and commissioning plans, commissioning documentation, and execute these documents for mechanical systems, utility systems, and equipment.
• Provide mechanical start-up services including energization, commissioning, and visual inspection of HVAC systems, cooling infrastructure, chilled water systems, air handling units, and associated mechanical utilities.
• Assist with project Start-Up and Commissioning Plan and execution strategies.
• Assist with system Start-Up and Commissioning Plans for all mechanical systems.
• Generate and execute Start-Up and Commissioning documents according to industry best practices.
• Facilitate meetings for the start-up team.
• Maintain action item lists and engineering change control logs.
• Provide technical assistance and input.
• Coordinate OEM Service technicians and construction management firms as needed.
• Apply engineering knowledge of HVAC, chilled water systems, cooling towers, pumps, air handling units, CRAC/CRAH units, instrumentation, controls, and building automation systems to support clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of Start-Up and Commissioning experience in the data center industry or mission-critical facilities.
• Understanding of data center mechanical systems and cooling requirements.
• Understanding of industry standards and best practices for mechanical commissioning.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel and work at various clients' locations.

Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel.
• Ability to work well with diverse, multi-disciplined groups.
• Effective communication with management and fellow project team members.
• Ability to negotiate and compromise to achieve project goals.
• Ability to listen, respect, and work through conflicts or disagreements with team members.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $102,900.00 to $141,500.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Job posted on September 29, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.