Mechanical Commissioning Lead

Technical Source is seeking an experienced Mechanical Commissioning Manager, in Western, NC, to lead the commissioning of all mechanical systems in a new, state-of-the-art data center. This role ensures that all cooling and environmental systems — from chillers and pumps to CRAH/CRAC units — are installed, tested, and proven reliable to maintain optimal data center conditions.

The ideal candidate has deep technical expertise, hands-on commissioning experience, and strong coordination skills across electrical, mechanical, and construction teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the Mechanical Commissioning Plan (MCP), including pre-functional checks, functional performance testing, and integrated systems testing (IST).
• Commission critical mechanical systems, including:
• Chillers, cooling towers, and pumps (chilled water and condenser water systems)
• CRAH/CRAC units, in-row coolers, and air handling units
• Ductwork, airflow management, and temperature/humidity control systems
• Heat exchangers, economizers/free cooling systems
• BMS/DDC controls, sensors, and alarms
• Fuel and water systems associated with mechanical operation
• Perform load testing, sequencing, and redundancy verification (N+1, 2N).
• Coordinate commissioning with electrical teams, vendors, contractors, and the owner’s operations staff.
• Document all commissioning activities: punch lists, pre-functional and functional test results, as-built drawings, and manuals.
• Provide training and handover to operations staff upon completion.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, or related field.
• Minimum 7–10 years of mechanical commissioning experience in mission-critical facilities, preferably data centers.
• Hands-on experience with chillers, pumps, CRAH/CRAC units, cooling towers, and BMS/DDC integration.
• Strong knowledge of ASHRAE standards, Tier-level redundancy (N, N+1, 2N), and mechanical system testing.
• Experience with functional performance testing, integrated systems testing, and load testing.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, mechanical schematics, and control sequences.
• Strong project management, communication, and team leadership skills.
• Safety-first mindset with knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures, equipment startup protocols, and mechanical safety standards.

Key Competencies:

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple contractors, vendors, and stakeholders effectively.
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Comfortable managing high-pressure situations to meet project deadlines without compromising safety or reliability.

Behavioral Competencies:

• A strong communicator with the ability to work well within a cross-functional team.
• Flexible approach to work and a positive attitude will be a good fit within the team dynamic.
• Be collaborative and inclusive in your approach to work and your colleagues.
• Autonomous and a self-starter who will use their initiative to drive actions forward.
• Demonstrate strong ethics in adhering to company procedures and policies, regulatory standards, and our customers’ expectations.
• Structured approach to the execution of works.