Commissioning Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Commissioning Mechanical Engineer
Location: Chicago, IL
Duration: 12 Months

Primary Responsibilities:

• Instruct commissioning vendors on the proper execution of functional testing scripts for mechanical data center systems, including CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, cooling towers, pumping systems, air handling units (AHUs), Computer Room Air Handlers (CRAHs), and associated mechanical infrastructure
• Instruct and evaluate vendors on Building Management System (BMS) operation, programming, and commissioning, including point-to-point verification, sequence of operations validation, and BMS graphics review
• Evaluate vendor technicians against defined competency standards and issue certifications upon successful demonstration of required skills
• Conduct hands-on field training sessions and evaluations to ensure vendors can safely and accurately perform pre-functional, functional, and integrated systems testing
• Identify gaps in vendor knowledge or performance and implement corrective action plans
• Maintain accurate records of vendor certifications, training completions, and evaluation outcomes
• Audit vendor commissioning activities onsite to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental requirements 

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Assist the Learning and Development Program Manager with ongoing maintenance and growth of the accelerated vendor training program
• Support the development, implementation, and delivery of commissioning training products, including instructional materials, assessments, and hands-on exercises
• Provide subject matter expertise to inform curriculum updates and ensure training content reflects current mechanical systems, BMS platforms, procedures, and Amazon standards 

Must Have Hard Skills:

• Data center mechanical systems
• Hands-on experience with Building Management Systems (BMS), including programming, point mapping, sequence of operations validation, and troubleshooting
• Communication 

Nice to haves:

• Prior experience in formal instruction, training, or mentorship role within a mechanical or commissioning environment
• Experience with BMS platforms such as Siemens Desigo, Johnson Controls Metasys, Schneider EcoStruxure, or equivalent
• Familiarity with commissioning documentation (test plans, scripts, completion reports)
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent
• Experience supporting large-scale commissioning programs with multiple concurrent vendors
• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), Certified Energy Manager (CEM), or equivalent credential preferred

 

At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position's starting pay is: $45.00/hr.