Remote Mechanical Commissioning Agent II - CPG — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
This role is listed as remote, but the critical caveat is a 75% travel requirement. That means roughly 3 out of every 4 weeks, you will be on-site at data centers — this is fundamentally a field engineering role, not a desk-based remote position. For digital nomads seeking location independence, this is a significant constraint to weigh carefully.
Schedule flexibility is limited. Daily commissioning activity meetings are mandatory, and on-site project schedules are driven by construction timelines and client requirements. There is very little async flexibility — this role demands physical presence at client sites, which could span any geography depending on project assignments.
Practical considerations for location-independent workers:
- The E-Verify requirement strongly implies this is a US-based hire, limiting international location flexibility despite the "Anywhere in the World" hint.
- With 75% travel, your "home base" matters less, but you'll need a reliable address for payroll, background checks, and MVR review.
- Travel to data center sites is likely company-expensed, which can offset personal travel costs — but you are traveling on the company's schedule, not your own.
- The remaining ~25% of time could theoretically be worked from anywhere with reliable internet, but fixed meeting schedules will anchor you to US business hours.
This role suits someone who loves travel as part of the job itself, rather than someone seeking flexible location independence. Nomads seeking true location autonomy should look at fully async remote engineering or consulting roles instead.
Headquarters:
URL: https://www.cpgbeyondthecloud.com
Title: Mechanical Commissioning Agent II
Location: Remote
Position Summary: The Data Center Mechanical Commissioning Agent II executes commissioning of data center critical systems including generators, CRAC, roof top AHUs, humidifier, pre-action and wet sprinkler systems, chillers, cooling towers, chill water pumps, exhaust fans, and digital electrical distribution equipment. This person is responsible for conducting reviews of client design packages, monitoring and analyzing FAT and First of Kind equipment Level 3 tests, and developing O&M documentation to serve as a reference for data center mechanical equipment. The Data Center Commissioning Engineer is critical in the company's continued success and growth by ensuring that testing has been executed and the client's data centers operate at maximum operational efficiency.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Manage projects, plans, provide and gather specifications, and execute assignments in a multidisciplinary engineering Commissioning role for large facility projects.
- Adhere to a thorough quality management/QC process and procedures.
- Participate in daily commissioning activity meetings covering: equipment pre-start-up and start-up procedures; development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Methods of Procedures (MOPs); comprehensive commissioning documentation.
- Prepare commissioning test procedures and reports; develop and maintain commissioning logs, equipment checklists, and other tools to track commissioning projects; write comprehensive reports including: recommendations for optimizing building operations, functional checklists, list of deficiencies, equipment operation and maintenance manuals.
- Review design criteria, specifications, drawings, equipment submittals, and other documentation pertinent to commissioning.
- Perform integrated system testing, load bank testing, and compilation of all testing procedure results.
- Develop and administer functional tests for various systems such as: electrical distribution systems, UPS, standby generators, etc.
- Oversee system assembly, commission plan preparation, and follow company QC processes and procedures.
- Help lead and manage external resources; schedule and direct periodic commissioning meetings; attend construction and coordination meetings as required.
- Interface with clients, contractors, equipment vendors, and owners' agents as needed; interact with all facets of the company including engineering and design.
- Verify results of test reports.
- Assist with field troubleshooting of commissioned equipment as needed.
- Must be willing to travel up to 75%.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience (Desired):
- Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in engineering a plus, or comparable experience
- 3–5 years of experience in the engineering field
- A/E experience working in complex facilities or mission critical projects a big plus
- Previous data center / mission critical experience a must
- Electrical equipment testing experience in a critical facilities environment
- Experience with IEEE/ASHRAE procedures and protocols a plus
- Basic knowledge of systems design for various projects
Computer Skills:
- Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft Project
Certificates and Licenses:
- No certificates or licenses required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- No supervisory responsibilities with this position
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; standing and walking is required. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Salary Negotiable*
Benefits to Joining Our Team
CPG offers a competitive and comprehensive package that includes additional benefits beyond enhanced medical, dental, and vision coverage:
- Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance)
- Flexible Spending Account Options
- 401K Plan
- Employer-paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Learn more about CPG by checking out our website here.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record (MVR) review, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Positions requiring driving must have an MVR that meets company and insurance carrier standards.
CPG Participates in E-Verify.
To apply: https://weworkremotely.com/remote-jobs/cpg-beyond-mechanical-commissioning-agent-ii
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