Senior Data Centre Commissioning Engineer

Commissioning Engineer - Mission Critical Projects

Commissioning Engineer | Up to $140,000 | Data Centre & Mission Critical Projects I am recruiting for a leading engineering consultancy delivering some of the most technically advanced mission critical and data centre projects in the industry. This is an outstanding opportunity for a Commissioning Engineer to join a highly respected organisation where you'll work on complex, high-profile facilities while benefiting from excellent career development, strong mentoring, and long-term progression.

If you're looking for a role where your expertise directly impacts the reliability, efficiency, and performance of mission critical infrastructure, this could be the ideal next step.

The Role

As a Commissioning Engineer , you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery and performance of mission critical facilities. Working within a collaborative team of commissioning specialists, you will support projects from design review through to testing, validation, and final handover.

You will work closely with contractors, engineers, and client stakeholders to ensure critical systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

What You'll Be Doing

• Delivering Level 1-5 commissioning activities across mission critical projects.
• Reviewing Owner's Project Requirements (OPR), Basis of Design (BOD), drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Conducting site inspections, quality observations, and functional performance testing.
• Supporting commissioning planning, reporting, issue management, and project documentation.
• Verifying installation quality and system performance against project requirements.
• Assisting with testing and validation of electrical, mechanical, cooling, and controls systems.
• Collaborating with project teams to resolve technical issues and commissioning challenges.
• Promoting safe working practices and maintaining high-quality standards on site.
• Travelling to project locations as required, without extensive long-term site deployments.

What You'll Need

• Minimum two years' commissioning experience within data centres, mission critical facilities, or similar environments.
• Technical qualification, Associate Degree, or equivalent practical experience within mechanical, electrical, controls, or construction disciplines.
• Good understanding of building services and integrated building systems.
• Knowledge of critical power distribution, cooling infrastructure, and building controls is highly desirable.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications, standards, and construction documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Exposure to commissioning and construction software such as CxAlloy, Autodesk BIM 360, ACC Build, or similar platforms.
• Willingness to obtain OSHA certification.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel for project requirements.

Desirable Experience

• Commissioning certification from a recognised industry body.
• Experience working directly with clients, contractors, and consulting engineers.
• Knowledge of commissioning best practices within mission critical and data centre environments.
• Ability to safely use testing, measurement, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a collaborative approach.

What's In It For You?

• Salary up to $140,000
• Opportunity to work on industry-leading data centre and mission critical projects.
• Clear progression pathways within a growing technical team.
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring.
• Collaborative, supportive, and highly experienced working environment.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and complex engineering challenges.
• Performance-related annual bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, dental, vision, and retirement planning.
• Flexible and employee-focused culture that values work-life balance.

Why Apply?

This Commissioning Engineer position offers the opportunity to join a market-leading consultancy with an exceptional reputation for delivering technically complex projects. You'll gain exposure to some of the most advanced mission critical facilities in operation while building your expertise alongside industry-leading professionals.

Apply Now If you're an experienced Commissioning Engineer looking to accelerate your career within the mission critical and data centre sector, send your CV today for a confidential discussion.

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