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Reliability Engineer - Commissioning

rowan

Temple, TX Remote Full-time$130k–$150k / year Posted 2w ago
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At Rowan Digital Infrastructure, we are transforming data center delivery for speed and scale. Our mission is to deliver best-in-class data center solutions to hyperscale customers who share our commitment to sustainability, and to do so with an unwavering focus on efficiency, quality, and flexibility. Our data center solutions are tailored to our customers’ needs and delivered by our exceptional end-to-end team. Rowan is assembling a strategic portfolio of data center sites in Tier 1 markets across the United States at various stages of development, and we’re looking for incredible and passionate people to help us advance our company and our commitment to building a more sustainable future. Rowan is backed by Quinbrook, a leading investor in the energy transition, and Blackstone, the world’s largest alternative asset manager.   Ready to join us in transforming the future of data centers and sustainability? Apply now to explore exciting career opportunities at Rowan Digital Infrastructure and be a part of our mission to revolutionize data center delivery.   Role Summary The Reliability Engineer - Commissioning will report to the Commissioning Manager and serve as Rowan’s owner-side commissioning representative for the Temple data center portfolio. The Reliability Engineer - Commissioning at Rowan Digital Infrastructure is responsible for ensuring that new data center facilities and expansions are delivered fully commissioned, operationally ready, and aligned with Rowan’s long-term reliability, resiliency, and operational excellence standards. This role serves as the bridge between design, construction, commissioning, and operations, representing the operations organization throughout the project lifecycle. The Reliability Engineer-Commissioning ensures that all critical infrastructure systems are tested, validated, documented, and transitioned seamlessly into steady-state operations. Travel: Ability to travel up to 50% depending on project needs Location: Location: Temple, TX (3-day hybrid in-office/on-site role) Compensation: $130K-$150K (Offers Bonus) Essential Responsibilities Operations-Focused Commissioning Leadership * Lead the operational commissioning strategy for Rowan data center projects from design through handover * Ensure commissioning activities support Rowan’s operational standards, maintenance philosophies, and risk tolerance * Act as the owner’s representative for commissioning with a strong operations-first mindset Design & Pre-Construction Engagement * Review design documents, basis of design (BOD), and sequences of operation to ensure alignment with Rowan’s operational requirements * Influence design decisions to improve operability, maintainability, and lifecycle performance * Support development and validation of Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR) Construction & Commissioning Execution * Oversee third-party commissioning agents and contractors to ensure compliance with Rowan standards * Lead and witness key commissioning activities, including: * Factory Witness Testing (FWT) * Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) * Functional Performance Testing (FPT) * Integrated Systems Testing (IST) * Load bank and reliability testing * Ensure proper testing and integration of critical systems: * Electrical power systems (utility, generators, UPS, switchgear, STS, PDUs) * Mechanical and cooling systems (chillers, cooling plants, CRAHs/CRACs) * BMS, EPMS, and controls * Fire detection and suppression systems Operational Readiness & Turnover * Lead operational readiness planning, including staffing, training, spares, tools, and procedures * Ensure completion and quality of all commissioning and turnover documentation * Validate O&M manuals, SOPs, EOPs, and MOPs prior to facility handover * Support training and readiness of site operations teams Risk Management & Reliability * Identify commissioning and operational risks early and drive mitigation strategies * Ensure redundancy, failover, and resiliency objectives are met and validated * Support Rowan’s reliability, uptime, and availability targets Continuous Improvement * Capture lessons learned from commissioning and early operations phases * Contribute to the evolution of Rowan’s commissioning standards and operational playbooks * Support post-occupancy reviews and early-life performance optimization Education, Skills, and Experience * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline) or equivalent experience * 5-10+ years of experience in mission-critical facilities, data center operations, commissioning, or construction * Strong understanding of data center MEP systems and integrated systems testing * Direct experience supporting or leading commissioning activities from an owner/operator perspective for electrical, mechanical, controls, or integrated mission-critical systems * Ability to interpret construction documents, electrical single-line diagrams, and control sequences * Experience transitioning facilities from construction to live operations * Ability to work regularly in Temple, TX and travel up to 50% based on project needs Preferred Experience * Experience working with hyperscale or large-scale data center developments * Commissioning or operations certifications (ACP, CxA, or similar) * Practical experience with generators, UPS systems, switchgear, STS/ATS equipment, PDUs, chilled-water plants, BMS, EPMS, PLCs, load banks, and controls integration * Experience using CxAlloy, Procore, SharePoint, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, or similar project and commissioning platforms * Familiarity with Uptime Institute Tier standards or equivalent reliability frameworks * Experience managing third-party commissioning agents and complex vendor teams * Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Fueled by Excellence & Collaboration At Rowan, we are a distributed team united by a common mission to transform data center delivery. Across our two offices, we offer a hybrid work environment supported by teamwork, technology, and in-office gathering time to help you be successful. We are headquartered in downtown Denver, Colorado and have an office in Seattle, Washington. Our team of talented and passionate individuals is spread out across the U.S. Here to support you At Rowan, we want to make sure you can do great work. We offer competitive benefits focused on helping you be and achieve your best. * Hybrid working environment * Team building and educational opportunities * Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k)-company contribution * Unlimited PTO * RTD ECO pass or parking reimbursement * Competitive compensation, bonus, and an incentive plan Equal Opportunity Employer Rowan Digital is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all aspects of our workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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