Data Center Engineer 5 - QA/QC Engineer (MEP/Cx) | Palisades, NY | 3-Month Contract | Onsite | Traveler Execute the client's QA/QC Program throughout L1-L5 commissioning (Cx) levels as a mid-level data center project field QA/QC role. This is a full-time traveler position responsible for MEP quality assurance, commissioning oversight, equipment inspection, and documentation management across data center construction projects. Work onsite with potential for overtime on a project-based assignment within the United States.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Title:
Data Center Engineer 5 (QA/QC Engineer - MEP/Cx)
Type:
Contract
Duration:
3 months (May 18, 2026 - August 18, 2026)
Hours:
40-50 hours per week (with overtime potential)
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM EST
Work Type:
Onsite (traveler role)
Base Reporting Location:
Palisades, NY (348 Route 9W)
Travel:
50-75% travel across United States project locations
Start Date:
May 18, 2026
COMPENSATION:
Pay Rate:
$58.00/hour
TRAVEL & LOGISTICS
Traveler Role:
Project-based assignments at various United States locations
Travel Coverage:
Expenses covered by employer
Travel Frequency:
50-75% travel requirement
Flexible Location:
Assigned to project needs across
U.S. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
PRE-CONSTRUCTION & PLANNING:
- Review MEP project drawings, approved submittals, and specifications
- Perform preparatory phase meetings with subcontractors
- Confirm contractor readiness to work onsite
- Develop methods of procedure (MOPs) for specific equipment and systems
- Assist with MOP development and implementation
EQUIPMENT & SYSTEM INSPECTIONS
- Inspect incoming MEP equipment and complete receiving checklists
- Review MEP mockups for equipment or specific systems per specifications
- Perform inspection for foreign object debris (FOD) inside MEP equipment
- Perform final equipment inspection prior to L3 energization
- Ensure all set-in-place inspection checklists completed by JLL-SKAE and subs/vendors
- Document equipment condition and readiness
QA/QC DOCUMENTATION & TRACKING
- Document and track all required QA/QC deliverables and test reports (L2-L3)
- Track and organize all required documentation for L1-L3 on Procore or similar platform
- Record observations and issues in required software platform
- Manage all issues and observations and ensure timely closeout
- Maintain QA/QC documentation and compliance records
- Track NETA, Short Circuit Study, Torque/Megger sheets, TAB reports
TESTING, ADJUSTING & COMMISSIONING
- Support NETA Testing documentation and process
- Coordinate TAB (Testing, Adjusting & Balancing) activities
- Track Short Circuit Study documentation
- Ensure proper equipment startup and energization support
- Oversee L3 document deliverables and startup reports
- Assist with commissioning activities at all L1-L5 levels
FIELD COORDINATION & COMMUNICATION
- Vendor/subcontractor coordination and communication
- Conduct walk-throughs and inspections
- Manage punch lists and field observations
- Communicate observations and issues to stakeholders
- Escalate critical issues and ensure resolution
- Maintain professional relationships with all parties
SAFETY & COMPLIANCE
- Ensure safety compliance and site safety awareness
- Follow OSHA safety procedures and regulations
- Maintain
NFPA-70E
compliance and awareness
- Document all safety observations and issues
- Promote safe work practices throughout project
ADMINISTRATIVE & DOCUMENTATION
- Manage software platforms (Procore, Cx Alloy, Facilities Grid)
- Prepare comprehensive QA/QC reports
- Document all field inspections and observations
- Organize and maintain project documentation
- Ensure all deliverables and test reports are properly filed
REQUIREMENTS
EXPERIENCE:
- 3-5 years of data center construction experience
- 2-5 years of QA/QC field experience
- Data center commissioning experience strongly preferred
- MEP QA/QC or field engineering background
- Commissioning engineer or construction quality experience
- Project-based or traveler role experience
- Ability to travel 50-75% and work on project-based assignments
CERTIFICATIONS & CREDENTIALS
- OSHA-30 Certification (required)
NFPA-70E
Knowledge/Certification (preferred)
- USACE Certification (preferred)
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Data Center Construction expertise
- MEP Systems (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) knowledge
- QA/QC Documentation and Management
- Construction Drawings and Submittal Review
- Commissioning (Cx) processes and documentation
- NETA Testing documentation and procedures
- TAB (Testing, Adjusting & Balancing) familiarity
- Short Circuit Study documentation
- Procore software platform proficiency
- Cx Alloy or Facilities Grid experience
- Method of Procedure (MOP) development
- Equipment Startup and Energization support
SOFT SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
- Self-starter mindset and initiative-taking
- Vendor/subcontractor coordination abilities
- Field inspection and punch list management
- Attention to detail and quality focus
- Problem-solving and issue resolution
- Ability to work independently and as part of team
- Flexibility and adaptability to project demands
- Professional attitude and presentation
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to work onsite full-time (40-50 hours/week)
- Ability to travel 50-75% across United States
- Physical capability for site visits and field work
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Data Center Tier III/IV construction experience
- Advanced commissioning experience
- Multiple NFPA certifications
- Project controls software proficiency (beyond Procore)
- Substation or utility-scale experience
- Previous traveler/project-based role experience
IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Mid-level data center QA/QC professional with strong commissioning background
- Experienced in MEP systems and quality assurance
- Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
- Comfortable with 50-75% travel and project-based work
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Strong vendor and subcontractor communication skills
- Proactive problem-solver with safety focus
- Willing to relocate/travel for project assignments
- Continuous learner with technical aptitude
- Professional demeanor and site presence
LOCATION
Primary Base:
Palisades, NY 10964 (348 Route 9W)
Project-Based:
Various locations across United States
Travel:
50-75% on project-based assignments
WORK SCHEDULE
- 40-50 hours per week
- Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM EST (project-dependent)
- Potential overtime as required by project
- Full-time onsite during project assignment
CONTRACT DETAILS
Start Date:
May 18, 2026
End Date:
August 18, 2026
Duration:
3 months
Positions Available:
1
IDEAL FOR:
- Data center QA/QC engineers seeking contract/project work
- Commissioning engineers with MEP background
- Field engineers comfortable with travel and project assignments
- Construction quality professionals with data center experience
- Professionals seeking flexible, project-based opportunities
- Traveler roles and temporary project assignments