Earnbetter

Job Search Assistant

Commissioning Director

Meade Engineering, Inc. • Austin, TX 78716 • Posted 2 days ago via LinkedIn

Boost your interview chances in seconds

Tailored resume, cover letter, and cheat sheet

Hybrid • Full-time • Senior Manager

Job Highlights

Using AI ⚡ to summarize the original job post

Meade Engineering is seeking a Commissioning Director to oversee the commissioning team and process for power generation and distribution systems, uninterruptible power supplies, automatic transfer switches, PDU's, medium voltage switchgear, chilled water systems, DDC controls, and critical DX HVAC equipment for a world class technology company. This role involves leading the commissioning team, developing commissioning plans, providing technical guidance, and ensuring compliance with standards and specifications. The position requires regular travel to various locations and is based in Austin, TX, Atlanta, GA, Reno, NV, Grand Rapids, MI, or Las Vegas, NV.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the commissioning team, providing direction, support, and development opportunities.
  • Oversee the development of commissioning plans and schedules.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to the commissioning team and other project stakeholders.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding commissioning activities.
  • Develop, oversee, and write commissioning policies, scripts and procedures.
  • Validate equipment installations.
  • Perform construction observations and develop thorough test plans.
  • Execute tests for a wide variety of electrical systems and ensure testing is performed in conformance with standards and specifications.
  • Be the connection between clients, contractors, and vendors during all phases of commissioning projects.
  • Review and analyze data and prepare technical reports.
  • Review design documents and equipment submittals.
  • Maintain effective communication with clients, contractors and other project team members.

Qualifications

Required

  • Minimum of 10 years of industry experience in electrical power distribution with a strong emphasis in data centers.
  • Bachelors of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is preferred but will consider other engineering disciplines, two (2) year degree, military training, or equivalent work experience.
  • Passion for leading in moments of ambiguity, particularly in the realm of construction, electrical, and mechanical operational problems.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Top-notch organization in addition to excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Experience with MS Office products is critical.
  • Must thrive in a fast-paced environment, be motivated by deadlines, and possess the ability to multi-task
  • Working knowledge of building codes and construction industry standards.
  • Experience conducting quality control of electrical construction documents.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD. Bluebeam experience a plus.
  • Professional certifications (e.g., Certified Commissioning Professional) are a plus.

Full Job Description

Company Description:

Meade Engineering is a leading engineering firm that specializes in providing innovative and cost-effective solutions for data center builders, cloud providers, and developers of large construction projects. With years of experience, our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solutions that meet your specific needs.


At Meade Engineering, we take pride in our commitment to excellence, efficiency, and superior service. We strive to build long-lasting relationships by understanding your unique requirements and delivering customized solutions that exceed your expectations.


Our website: www.meadeengineering.com


Job Description:

MEI has a job opportunity for a Commissioning Director to commission mission critical data center electrical and mechanical equipment systems for a world class technology company. This commissioning role will oversee the commissioning team and overall process for power generation and distribution systems, uninterruptible power supplies, automatic transfer switches, PDU's and medium voltage switchgear, chilled water systems, DDC controls, and critical DX HVAC equipment. The candidate must have a thorough working knowledge of critical infrastructure mechanical and electrical systems or equivalent industry experience with strong communication and leadership skills. This role can be based in Austin, TX, Atlanta, GA, Reno, NV, Grand Rapids, MI, or Las Vegas, NV.


This position will require regular travel to all of the above listed locations.


Job Duties:

  • Lead and manage the commissioning team, providing direction, support, and development opportunities.
  • Oversee the development of commissioning plans and schedules.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to the commissioning team and other project stakeholders.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding commissioning activities.
  • Develop, oversee, and write commissioning policies, scripts and procedures.
  • Validate equipment installations.
  • Perform construction observations and develop thorough test plans.
  • Execute tests for a wide variety of electrical systems and ensure testing is performed in conformance with standards and specifications.
  • Be the connection between clients, contractors, and vendors during all phases of commissioning projects.
  • Review and analyze data and prepare technical reports.
  • Review design documents and equipment submittals.
  • Maintain effective communication with clients, contractors and other project team members.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 10 years of industry experience in electrical power distribution with a strong emphasis in data centers.
  • Bachelors of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is preferred but will consider other engineering disciplines, two (2) year degree, military training, or equivalent work experience.
  • Passion for leading in moments of ambiguity, particularly in the realm of construction, electrical, and mechanical operational problems.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Top-notch organization in addition to excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Experience with MS Office products is critical.
  • Must thrive in a fast-paced environment, be motivated by deadlines, and possess the ability to multi-task
  • Working knowledge of building codes and construction industry standards.
  • Experience conducting quality control of electrical construction documents.
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD. Bluebeam experience a plus.
  • Professional certifications (e.g., Certified Commissioning Professional) are a plus.


Benefits:

All full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefit package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of medical premiums covered by the employer, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, a profit-sharing plan, vacation time, paid holidays off, and a target yearly performance-based bonus of 10% of your annual base salary.


MEI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.