Commissioning Engineer - Mission Critical

Commissioning Engineer - Data Centre Projects

Commissioning Engineer | Mission-Critical Data Centres | Up to $160,000 + Benefits I am recruiting for a leading data centre operator that is expanding its project delivery team and seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support the successful delivery of mission-critical infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Commissioning Engineer with data centre or critical facilities experience to take ownership of complex commissioning programmes, working alongside construction, operations, and engineering teams to ensure facilities are delivered safely, efficiently, and ready for operational handover.

The Role

As a Commissioning Engineer , you will lead commissioning activities across new-build and expansion data centre projects, managing the process from planning and scheduling through to testing, validation, and final handover.

You will play a critical role in ensuring all electrical, mechanical, controls, fire alarm, and life safety systems operate as designed while supporting smooth transitions into live operations environments.

This position offers exposure to high-value mission-critical projects and the opportunity to work with industry-leading infrastructure and technologies.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing end-to-end commissioning activities across mission-critical construction projects.
• Delivering Level 1 through Level 5 commissioning programmes.
• Developing and implementing commissioning plans, scripts, procedures, and testing protocols.
• Coordinating commissioning schedules with contractors, vendors, consultants, and project teams.
• Reviewing design documentation, specifications, and owner's project requirements.
• Overseeing system testing, functional performance verification, and reliability validation.
• Managing commissioning documentation and closeout processes.
• Leading punch list management and deficiency resolution activities.
• Facilitating commissioning meetings with contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Conducting schedule analysis, critical path reviews, and project risk assessments.
• Supporting procurement processes and commissioning-related RFP activities.
• Ensuring commissioning activities comply with quality, safety, and operational standards.
• Supporting the successful handover of facilities to operations teams.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.

• Minimum 5 years' experience leading commissioning activities within mission-critical facilities.

• Strong understanding of commissioning processes across complex infrastructure projects.

• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, schematics, sequence of operations, and project schedules.

• Experience developing and managing commissioning plans and testing procedures.

• Knowledge of NETA standards and industry commissioning best practices.

• Strong understanding of mission-critical electrical and mechanical infrastructure.

• Experience with:

  • Building Management Systems (BMS)
  • Environmental control systems
  • Electrical power monitoring systems
  • Access control systems
  • CCTV systems

• Familiarity with project scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar platforms.

• Strong communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Desirable Experience

• Data centre commissioning experience.
• Experience working with electrical, mechanical, controls, and life-safety systems.
• Knowledge of commissioning within hyperscale or colocation environments.
• Experience with construction scheduling, forecasting, accrual reporting, and risk management.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and best practices.

What's In It For You?

• Salary up to $160,000
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading data centre developments.
• Exposure to complex mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Long-term career progression within a growing organisation.
• Collaborative and technically driven environment.
• Opportunity to influence project delivery and operational readiness.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Stable pipeline of new-build and expansion projects.

Why Apply?

This Commissioning Engineer opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership of complex commissioning programmes and wants to play a key role in delivering critical infrastructure projects. You will work alongside experienced professionals and gain exposure to some of the most technically demanding environments in the industry.

Apply Now If you're an experienced Commissioning Engineer with a background in data centres, critical facilities, or mission-critical environments, send your CV today for a confidential discussion.

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