QA/QC Engineer - Data Center Construction

QA/QC Engineer - Data Center Construction – Bastrop, TX This opportunity is with a leading EPC Company of data center design / build / commissioning solutions. This company provides a complete life cycle of solutions that are custom‑fit to the requirements of their client's mission‑critical facilities. This opportunity provides a career‑growth minded role with exciting projects with leading‑edge technology and innovation as well as competitive salaries and benefits. They build mission‑critical facilities for data center facilities nationwide for Enterprise, Colocation and Hyperscale Companies. We are looking for an experienced Data Center QA/QC Engineer to support critical facility data center construction projects. The QA/QC Engineer focus will be on coordination between Engineering and Construction Teams to drive the Cx process, be responsible for the overall quality of data center construction projects, with a focus on installation, commissioning, and service of operations of key infrastructure systems in accordance with the company's policies and procedures. The successful candidate has knowledge of multi‑facility, standards based Operations & Maintenance programs and has basic knowledge of the Commissioning and Construction processes creating process documentation, developing operational procedures, experience with Levels 1‑3 commissioning and communicating effectively with both business and operations managers. You will support the development and implementation of Mission Critical O&M initiatives, based on company’s best practices. Responsibilities Deliver quality and consistent services and support as established by the Company while satisfying unique site requirements and ensuring proper performance reporting of key metrics for the site. Communicate with contractors and vendors to obtain documentation, prep / run commissioning meetings, schedule techs, and coordinate startup and testing of electrical and mechanical equipment in a data center environment. Perform periodic site walk‑throughs in order to ensure Company’s procedures (SOPs and MOPS) and standards are followed. This includes assisting the Facilities Manager, Technicians and any other contracted vendors. Site acceptance, commissioning, and validation of the facility's systems to ensure the site meets Industry Standards and to verify the integrity and performance of their customer’s mission‑critical support infrastructure. Perform L1, L2 and L3 QA inspections on all equipment. Develop and review standard operating procedures (SOPs) and methods of procedures (MOPs) for all work on critical data center facility equipment. Oversight, verification and auditing of scripts. Create from scratch, follow templates, etc. to complete L1 / L2 / L3 QA checklists (with software such as CxAlloy) to confirm the completion of all subcontractor and GC inspections. Maintain / manage QA issues log. Conduct analyses and prepare reports on all aspects of the critical facility operations and maintenance. Have experience with both routine and emergency service on a variety of state‑of‑the‑art critical systems and expertise with chillers, cooling towers, computer room air handlers, fire detection / suppression, building monitoring systems, etc. Also be familiar with electrical equipment: medium voltage switchgear, diesel generators, UPS systems, power distribution equipment. Work with business leaders to coordinate projects, manage capacity and optimize plant safety, performance, reliability and efficiency. Ensure that a constant state of readiness in support of the mission goal of 99.999% uptime. Design Critical Environment Programs for both internal and external clients. Coordinate with Design / Construction Team to provide a more focused approach to the Cx Process. Assess, recommend and implement industry best practices into new and existing Critical Environment Programs. Develop process documentation and training materials. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering or relevant experience including Military – a huge plus. NETA certification – a plus. Journeyman License – a plus. L1, L2, L3 Cx testing experience in a Data Center Environment – a huge plus. 2‑5 years of experience in data center facility operations, commissioning, or military. 2‑5 years of Quality Assurance / Quality Controls, Commissioning, MEP Coordination, or other relevant experience. Previous experience working with a GC or 3rd Party CxA Company – a huge plus. Solid understanding of either Critical Power Systems / Electrical Power Equipment or Mechanical Systems / HVAC equipment in a data center environment. Must have experience analyzing processes, creating process documentation, developing operational procedures and communicating effectively with both business and operations managers. Previous experience in the Military / Military Veterans – a huge plus! Experience with Electrical / Mechanical: Navy nukes - EMN, ETN, MMNs, Seabees, Army - Power Generation, Air Force – Power Production, Generator Techs, Maritime, Coast Guard, Army National Guard, etc. Proficient in the Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, Teams etc.). Experience with BIM 360 / ACC, CxAlloy, end user ACMS as necessary. Strong verbal and written communications skills; good presentation skills. Superior analytical, planning and problem resolution skills. Highly organized with proved project management abilities. Strong organizational skills and detail oriented. Self‑motivated, and able to work with a team in a high‑paced/high‑pressure environment. Strong customer service skills. Open to travel M‑F / home on weekends / limited travel if located near a project. Benefits Company offers competitive salaries and benefits package including medical insurance, a 401(k) plan. EOE/AA Employer M/F/D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr Gilder Search Group