Mechanical Field Service Lead

Position Type:
Full-time, Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports to:

Digital Site Lead

Supervisory Responsibility:
Assist Field Leadership

Location:

Field Service Site - Travel throughout North America

Stellar Energy is a trusted provider of turnkey liquid-to-chip cooling solutions for the world’s leading data center and industrial manufacturing customers. As computing demand and industrial processes continue to grow, modern facilities require cooling infrastructure that can scale quickly, efficiently, and reliably.

Our modular approach enables high-volume production while maintaining the flexibility to customize each solution. From Central Utility Plants to Coolant Distribution Units, Stellar Energy delivers scalable cooling infrastructure designed to support the rapid expansion of data centers and mission-critical industrial operations.

Backed by deep engineering expertise and large-scale manufacturing capability, Stellar Energy helps customers deploy critical infrastructure faster and with confidence.

The Mechanical Field Service Lead serves as the senior field mechanic responsible for overseeing the mechanical installation, startup, and commissioning of Stellar Energy's Modular Central Utility Plants (MCUPs) at customer sites. This position helps direct and support a team of two Field Technicians and acts as the primary mechanical authority on-site, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with engineering specifications, safety standards, and quality expectations.

The role requires hands-on mechanical expertise, leadership in field operations, and familiarity with digital instrumentation and smart mechanical systems.

• Lead the contractor in all mechanical installation activities at customer locations, serving as the senior site mechanic.
• Coordinate and supervise the work of two Field Technicians, ensuring mechanical installation and commissioning tasks are executed to a high standard.
• Interpret and execute mechanical and piping drawings, installation plans, and P&IDs provided by Engineering.
• Oversee the preparation and alignment of pumps, chillers, heat exchangers, valves, piping systems, and associated equipment.
• Lead startup and commissioning procedures for mechanical systems, including hydrostatic testing, flushing, leak testing, and equipment verification.
• Interface with internal Engineering, Project Management, and Controls teams to resolve technical or equipment-related issues in the field.
• Perform functional tests and assist with integration of digital instrumentation, sensors, and mechanical control systems.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable mechanical codes, safety regulations, and Stellar Energy standards.
• Maintain detailed field documentation including redlines, daily work reports, punch lists, and commissioning logs.
• Mentor and train field technicians on mechanical best practices, safety procedures, and project expectations.
• Interface with internal Engineering, Project Management, and Controls teams to resolve technical issues in the field.
• Maintain detailed field documentation, including redlines, daily work reports, punch lists, and commissioning logs.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable electrical codes (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70E), safety regulations, and Stellar Energy policies.
• Train and mentor field staff in proper electrical practices, safety protocols, and equipment-specific procedures.

• Expert knowledge of mechanical systems including chilled water, HVAC, piping, pumps, and valves.
• Hands-on experience with installation, alignment, and startup of industrial mechanical systems.
• Strong understanding of P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and installation standards.
• Leadership and team coordination skills, with a focus on safety and efficiency.
• Familiarity with digital instrumentation and mechanical sensors.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve field mechanical issues under pressure.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Digital fluency with field data collection tools, commissioning software, and mobile platforms.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and productive job site.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

This position will work out of our client site.

This is a field assignment; work is onsite at assigned location. Fast-paced, time sensitive, stressful, construction environment where there are no exceptions to the safety and quality requirements. Large amount of…