Commissioning Engineer III – Electrical, Travel Team

QTS Data Centers

. Assist with site construction activity and installations, coordinating with the QTS Development Team and external construction resources .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRichmond • Arizona • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $110,331 - $166,232 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data center commissioning, project management, and construction activities, with a strong focus on quality control and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in developing commissioning plans, conducting system validations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence.

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Data Center CommissioningProject ManagementMechanical And Electrical SystemsQuality Control MeasuresMS Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Commissioning Plans DevelopmentSystem ValidationBuilding MaintenanceElectrical Distribution SystemsEmergency Backup SystemsMechanical Cooling SolutionsTechnical Plan DevelopmentProblem AnalysisDocumentation CreationSOP Development

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationFeedback ProvisionContinuous Improvement Mindset

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteWeb-Based ApplicationsChange Management ProcessQTS Processes And Software

Industry Keywords

Data Center EngineeringConstruction ManagementCCTV SystemsAccess Control SystemsTelecommunicationsFire Detection SystemsUPS SystemsChillersCRAHCRAC

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with site construction activity and installations, coordinating with the QTS Development Team and external construction resources
Develop comprehensive Level 1–5 commissioning plans for data center systems
Conduct commissioning activities and validate systems against industry standards and client specifications
Identify, track, and resolve commissioning issues with project teams
Provide findings and feedback to program management to drive continuous improvement
Create or review commissioning documentation, test procedures, reports, and as-built documentation
Witness equipment testing and validate sequences of operations and operational documentation
Collaborate with design engineers, project managers, contractors, commissioning agents, and facilities operations
Implement quality control measures during construction and commissioning
Develop and test site-specific SOPs, MOPs, and ERPs with facilities operations
Provide training to end users and maintenance personnel
Use the Change Management Process to obtain approval for preventative and corrective maintenance
Complete maintenance activities and required documentation using QTS processes and software
Serve as project manager and liaison to a third-party commissioning agent
Support construction and commissioning activities that may include nights and weekends
Travel approximately 75% to other U.S. data center sites

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent professional experience
Seven or more years of work experience in data center engineering, commissioning, project management, or equivalent
Background in building maintenance, CCTV and Access control systems, network, telecommunications, and/or fire detection/suppression systems
Ability to travel to other Data Center locations as required
Proficiency with MS Office Suite
US Citizenship required by law due to federal customer contracts
Firm understanding of mechanical and electrical equipment, systems and design related to data centers
Knowledge of electricity and medium to low voltage electrical distribution systems
Experience with emergency backup systems, including generators, UPS, and battery backup
Experience with mechanical cooling solutions, including Chillers, CRAH, CRAC, Pumps, and Heat Exchangers
Knowledge of equipment operation and maintenance, single line drawings, critical scripted work, and sequence of operations
Ability to analyze system operations, determine causes of problems and malfunctions, and take corrective action
Ability to acquire and apply job-related knowledge within set guidelines and expectations
Ability to develop solutions and create technical plans on projects
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
Ability to function in a team environment
Computer skills and familiarity with MS Office, Outlook, and web-based computer applications
Ability to perform frequent typing, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, reaching, and lifting
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly, with heavier weight performed with other individuals or lifting aids

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Flexible spending and HSA accounts
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Paid volunteer days
Employee assistance program
Tuition assistance
Parental leave
Military leave assistance
QTS scholarship for dependents
Wellness program
Competitive benefits package
Bonus eligibility
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities