About the Role
As a Mechanical Specialist for EEI’s Mission Critical team, you will independently perform commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and verification of mechanical systems that support data centers and other high-reliability facilities. You will work alongside experienced technical professionals and project stakeholders to help ensure critical facility systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. This position is ideal for a hands-on mechanical professional who enjoys field work, troubleshooting, and contributing to successful mission-critical project outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Lead assigned commissioning, testing, and verification activities for mechanical systems supporting mission-critical facilities and data centers.
- Troubleshoot mechanical system performance issues and support resolution efforts with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Coordinate field activities, testing efforts, and project documentation to help ensure successful project delivery.
- Review drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, and system information to validate installation and operational readiness.
- Communicate project status, technical findings, and recommendations with clients, contractors, and internal project teams.
- Support and mentor developing commissioning professionals through field collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Contribute to safe, reliable, and high-quality project execution in a fast-paced mission-critical environment.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in mechanical systems, facilities operations, commissioning, construction, engineering, maintenance, building operations, military mechanical work, or a related technical environment.
- Working knowledge of HVAC systems, chilled water systems, cooling towers, pumps, air distribution, controls, and related mechanical equipment used in mission-critical or high-reliability facilities.
- Understanding of MEP systems, controls, and integrated building operations.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, submittals, technical documentation, and system information.
- Ability to independently execute assigned technical activities while collaborating effectively with project teams.
- Strong organizational, troubleshooting, communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and commissioning documentation tools or project software.
- Strong commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality.
- Currently authorized to work in the U.S. full-time.
Skills
- HVAC systems
- chilled water systems
- cooling towers
- pumps
- air distribution
- controls
- MEP systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
- commissioning documentation tools
- project software
Location
- Hybrid environment of office and field-based work for site visits.
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Remote first company
Experience Level
- 3+ years of experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management, and/or a related field preferred.
- PE, LEED, CxA, PMP, and/or other equivalent certifications strongly preferred.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% employer funded
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
- Company-paid LTD, STD, and basic life insurance
- Voluntary life, accident coverage, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
- Profit-sharing + discretionary performance bonuses
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match; 100% immediate vesting
- Vacation + sick time
- Eight (8) paid + one (1) floating holiday
- Parental Leave
- Milestone Travel Award (Every 5 Years)
- Paid certifications, seminars, and conferences
- Professional development opportunities
About the Company
- EEI is a recognized leader in facility and energy consulting, delivering innovative, performance-focused solutions that maximize building performance, extend system lifecycles, and reduce utility costs.
- As an employee-owned company, our People First culture is rooted in trust, accountability, and shared success.
- EEI provides facility assessments, master planning, energy audits, and technical program management, supported by specialty teams serving healthcare, data center, and mission-critical facilities.
- Our reputation is built by the people who lead our work every day.
- As EEI rapidly grows, we’re looking for talented people who want meaningful work, a supportive team, and room to grow.
Equal Opportunity
- EEI is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and are committed to an inclusive culture.
- EEI does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or genetic information.
- EEI participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your completed Form I-9 to confirm your work authorization in the United States.
