Electrical Data Center Commissioning Engineer - Data Center Commissioning Engineer, Electrical
Full-Time
No salary listed
Entry
Jackson, MS, USA+5 moreMore locations: Ashburn, VA, USA | Columbus, OH, USA | Phoenix, AZ, USA | Portland, OR, USA | Atlanta, GA, USA
RemoteProjects are located across multiple U.S. cities; work may include nights and weekends within a standard 40-hour week.
Electrical EngineeringPower Systems Engineering
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About the job
Requirements
Active-duty or veteran service member eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program.
Hands-on experience working with electrical systems in a military, industrial, or mission-critical environment, such as base facilities, ships, aircraft, or field operations.
Foundational understanding of electrical distribution systems, power generation, uninterruptible power supply systems, or control systems through direct work experience or formal technical training.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to solve complex problems under pressure.
Ability to communicate and collaborate with cross-functional civilian teams and clients.
Proficiency in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
Successful completion of a background check, including pre-employment drug screening.
Eligibility to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
Conduct commissioning activities for electrical, Electrical Power Monitoring Systems, and Building Management and Automation Systems in data centers.
Create and implement detailed commissioning plans, procedures, and checklists for Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, and Level 5 systems.
Review and evaluate design documents, submittals, and equipment specifications.
Conduct site inspections, functional performance tests, and system verifications.
Witness testing of equipment during commissioning and validate sequences of operations.
Work with contractors, engineers, data center operators, and project teams to maintain project schedules.
Diagnose and resolve system performance, reliability, and safety issues.
Document results and findings and generate comprehensive commissioning reports.
Maintain current communication with clients about project status.
Provide training and support to data center staff on system operation and maintenance.
Ensure adherence to industry standards, codes, and regulations.
Attend project meetings and provide technical expertise.
Test and validate transformers, electrical switchgear, uninterruptible power supply units, static transfer switch units, power distribution units, electrical distribution equipment, Electrical Power Monitoring Systems, and Building Management and Automation Systems.
Work nights and weekends when required for data center construction and commissioning activities.
Frequently manipulate, move, or grasp small parts, devices, or tools; remain stationary; move through offices, critical facilities, tight or confined spaces; ascend and descend stairs and ladders; and work across varied terrain and weather conditions.
Occasionally position under or over equipment and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with Procore, CxAlloy, or other commissioning platforms.
Note: This position is intended for active duty U.S. military service members and reservists on active-duty orders who are eligible for the DoD SkillBridge Program. If this does not apply to you, please apply to one of Apollo’s other open positions.
Locations
Multiple U.S. Locations – Columbus, OH; Portland, OR; Atlanta, GA; Ashburn, VA; Phoenix, AZ; Jackson, MS
Skillbridge Training Program Description
Apollo’s SkillBridge Program equips transitioning US Military service members with the technical skills, field experience, and industry certifications needed to thrive in the data center commissioning sector. We are seeking highly motivated service members to participate in our Electrical Data Center Commissioning Engineer Training Program, where trainees will gain hands-on experience working on mission-critical projects under the mentorship of senior engineers. This immersive program emphasizes attention to detail, high-pressure performance, and the fundamentals of data center electrical commissioning, preparing participants for a successful future in data center operations and commissioning, with the potential for full-time employment post-transition.
Activities will include but are not limited to testing and/or validation of transformers, electrical switchgear, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) units, Static Transfer Switch (STS) units, Power Distribution Units (PDU), electrical distribution equipment, Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS), and Building Management and Automation Systems (BMS). This role involves supporting data center construction/commissioning activities, so working hours may include nights and/or weekends within a standard 40-hour work week.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct commissioning activities for electrical and EPMS/BMS systems in data centers.
Create and implement detailed commissioning plans, procedures, and checklists for Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, and Level 5 systems.
Review and evaluate design documents, submittals, and equipment specifications.
Conduct site inspections, functional performance tests, and system verifications.
Witness testing of all equipment during commissioning and validate sequence of operations.
Work closely with project teams, including contractors, engineers, and data center operators, to maintain schedule.
Diagnose and resolve system performance, reliability, and safety issues.
Document results/findings and generate comprehensive commissioning reports.
Maintain open and current communication with the client about the status of the project.
Provide training and support to data center staff on system operation and maintenance.
Ensure adherence to industry standards, codes, and regulations.
Attend project meetings and offer technical expertise.
Other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
The following physical demands must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions:
Frequently manipulating, moving, or grasping small parts, devices, or tools.
Frequently required to remain in a stationary position.
Frequently moving through office areas, critical facilities and other environments, including tight and confined spaces.
Exposure to low/high temperatures and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
Working and walking on different types of terrain on active construction sites (e.g., concrete flooring, gravel, unpaved roads).
Frequently ascending and descending stairs and ladders to access equipment.
Occasionally positioning oneself under or over equipment.
Occasionally moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Qualifications
Active duty or Veteran service member eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program.
Hands-on experience working with electrical systems in a military, industrial, or mission-critical environment (e.g., base facilities, ships, aircraft, or field operations).
Foundational understanding of electrical distribution systems, power generation, UPS systems, or control systems — either through direct work experience or formal technical training.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to solve complex problems under pressure.
Good communication and teamwork skills; able to collaborate with cross-functional civilian teams and clients.
Proficient in basic computer applications (MS Office); experience with Procore, CxAlloy, or other commissioning platforms is a plus.
Prerequisites for Training Program
Successful background check, including pre-employment drug screening
US citizens, permanent residents or any candidate with eligibility to work in the US
About Us
Apollo is a Mission-Critical Infrastructure Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, and Operations Support Services Company. We serve mission-critical industries globally with commissioning, emergency response, operations support, and owner's representative services. Apollo is currently executing projects in multiple states in the United States, in Canada and Brazil.
Since our inception, we have built a commissioning firm based on trust, one relationship at a time. We hire the best people who can handle critical systems, love challenges, and thrive in a dynamic environment. We focus on understanding each client's needs and are relentless in meeting them.
Apollo challenges the brightest, most talented, and driven individuals in the industry by providing an environment that embraces initiative, diversity, and achievement. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer supporting women, minorities, veterans and people with disabilities. We participate in the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program.