# Staff Commissioning Manager, Mechanical

**Company:** [Crusoe](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/crusoe)
**Location:** Dallas, TX
**Role:** Engineering Management
**Salary:** $140k – $165k/yr
**Experience:** 7+ years
**Skills:** Mechanical Engineering, Data Center Commissioning, Commissioning Levels, Factory Witness Testing, Cooling Infrastructure, Building Management Systems, Integrated Systems Testing, Construction Drawings, Single-Line Diagrams, Test Procedures, Issue Tracking, Risk Management, Safety Compliance
**Posted:** 2026-09-08

> Leads mechanical commissioning across data center projects, managing testing, documentation, vendors, and turnover from factory testing through operational readiness. Requires 7+ years in data center commissioning or critical infrastructure, mechanical expertise, and a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Serve as the on-site mechanical subject matter expert and primary escalation point for commissioning issues across assigned data center projects.
- Own the commissioning lifecycle from factory witness testing through integrated systems testing and formal turnover.
- Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, O&M documentation, construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and test procedures.
- Maintain alignment between Owner Project Requirements and commissioning scope, tracking changes and project-objective traceability.
- Manage third-party commissioning agents, including scope development, performance, deliverables, factory testing, and startup validation.
- Coordinate vendor factory testing and oversee Factory Witness Testing for off-site manufactured equipment.
- Review and approve commissioning plans, L2–L5 test scripts, reports, and turnover packages.
- Oversee first-of-kind inspections, installation validation, static and dynamic testing, and quality-control processes.
- Drive issue identification, troubleshooting, remediation, risk management, and formal closure.
- Coordinate construction, engineering, controls, and operations teams throughout project phases.
- Support operational transition through technical guidance, training coordination, and post-handover support.
- Enforce safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
- Travel to project sites as required, approximately 75%.

## Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in data center commissioning, construction, or critical infrastructure delivery.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; equivalent commissioning experience may be considered.
- Deep knowledge of commissioning levels L1 through L5 and associated documentation and testing requirements.
- Hands-on experience with data center cooling infrastructure and BMS infrastructure.
- Experience managing third-party commissioning agents and vendors against scope, schedule, and quality requirements.
- Ability to interpret technical and construction documentation.
- Strong cross-functional coordination, issue tracking, project reporting, and risk-management skills.
- Understanding of safety and compliance requirements in active construction and commissioning environments.

## Nice to Have
- CxA certification.

## Compensation and Benefits
- $140,000–$165,000 annual compensation plus bonus.
- Restricted Stock Units and equity packages.
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and leave programs.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- HSA contributions, parental leave, life insurance, and disability coverage.
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement.
- Mental health and wellness support.
- Commuter benefits, cell phone stipend, and 401(k) match up to 4% of salary.
- Volunteer time off, global travel insurance, emergency assistance, daily meals allowance, and location-specific benefits.

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