Commissioning Engineer II; Mechanical

Mechanical Commissioning Engineer L2

Responsible for Level 3, 4, and 5 commissioning of base building systems and components of a Data Center environment. The role will oversee, document, and track commissioning activities such as testing and validation of connectivity, life safety, chillers, water loops, cooling distribution equipment, pumps, control valves, split units, humidifiers, sequence of operations, building management and automation systems, and other subsystems and finishes.

The position may include nights and/or weekends and requires a platform commitment of approximately 30%–50% travel across the U.S.

• Assist in all site construction activity and installations, coordinating with the QTS Development Team and external construction resources to ensure system design, installation, and testing adhere to operational standards.
• Conduct thorough commissioning activities, ensuring all systems are installed, tested, and validated according to industry standards and client specifications.
• Monitor and resolve issues during commissioning, working closely with the project team to address technical challenges and provide feedback to program management for continuous improvement.
• Create and/or review detailed commissioning documentation, including test procedures, reports, and as-built documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Witness testing of all equipment during commissioning and validate sequence of operations and receipt of all operational documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including design engineers, project managers, contractors, commissioning agents, and facilities operations, to ensure seamless integration of systems during the commissioning phase without impacting operational portions of the campus or building.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure the highest standards during the build and commissioning process, adhering to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Mentor junior Commissioning Engineers to develop the team.

• Three to seven years of technical training, military training, or equivalent workplace experience.
• Extensive background in building maintenance, fire detection/suppression systems, mechanical cooling systems, and Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Ability to travel to other data center locations as required.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.

• Experience in data center engineering, commissioning, project management, or an equivalent field.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems used in a data center environment.
• Previous work in developing and/or reviewing commissioning documentation.

• Analyze operations of various systems, determine causes of problems and malfunctions, and take corrective action.
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical systems utilized in a data center environment.
• Acquire and apply job‑related knowledge within established guidelines and expectations.
• Develop solutions and create technical plans for projects.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Function effectively in a team environment.
• Computer skills and familiarity with MS Office, Outlook, and web‑based applications.
• Frequent typing, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs—heavier weight performed with assistance or lifting aids.

We conform to all laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, family or medical leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against anyone who assists or participates in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
• Generous PTO, paid volunteer days, plus floating holidays
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
• 11 paid holidays annually / holiday compensation when worked
• Pet and legal insurance
• Q‑Rest sabbatical program
• Q‑Anniversary service award program
• Parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers
• Military benefits package
• QTS charitable matching gift program
• QTS scholarship for employee dependents
• QTS crisis fund
• Wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement program