Commissioning Engineer - Datacentre - Belgium

Data Centre Commissioning Engineer

Join the Team Powering the World's Digital Infrastructure

We are partnering with a leading data centre specialist to recruit an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support the delivery of mission-critical facilities across the UK and EMEA. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on some of the most technically advanced hyperscale and colocation data centre projects in the market.

As a Commissioning Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing and executing commissioning activities across complex MEP systems, ensuring operational readiness and successful project handover.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage and conduct commissioning activities for critical data centre infrastructure.

* Develop and review commissioning plans, scripts, and procedures.

* Coordinate testing of electrical, mechanical, and BMS systems.

* Oversee Level 1-5 commissioning processes.

* Witness Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and Integrated Systems Testing (IST).

* Ensure commissioning activities are completed in line with project schedules and quality standards.

* Work closely with contractors, consultants, clients, and project teams to resolve technical issues.

* Review construction and design documentation to identify commissioning requirements.

* Produce commissioning reports, snag lists, and handover documentation.

* Maintain the highest levels of health, safety, and compliance throughout project delivery.

Requirements

* Proven experience commissioning data centre or mission-critical facilities.

* Strong understanding of critical MEP systems including:

* UPS Systems

* Generators

* Switchgear

* MV/LV Distribution

* Cooling Systems (CRAC/CRAH, Chillers)

* BMS/EPMS Controls

* Experience working within commissioning processes (Cx).

* Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical drawings and specifications.

* Excellent stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills.

* Relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent).

* Willingness to travel to project sites across the UK and Europe.

Desirable Experience

* Data Centre commissioning experience within hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise environments.

* Knowledge of Commissioning Management processes.

* Experience working with Tier III and Tier IV facilities.

* Understanding of Uptime Institute, TIA-942, or equivalent data centre standards.

* Previous experience working for a commissioning consultancy, contractor, or data centre operator
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed