Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Data Center Commissioning Engineer / Instrumentation Commissioning Technician to support a mission-critical data center commissioning project in Cedar Rapids, IA. The ideal candidate must have hands-on data center experience executing structured commissioning activities, field verification, troubleshooting, and instrumentation validation within live data center critical infrastructure environments.

Key Responsibilities
Execute rigorous data center commissioning procedures, checklists, and testing protocols for critical facilities.
Perform field verification of instrumentation wiring and installed devices within data center white space and support areas.
Execute loop checks, point-to-point verification, and comprehensive commissioning checklists.
Troubleshoot instrumentation and controls-related issues during live data center commissioning activities.
Support setup and verification of Modbus RS-485 communication networks and addressing for facility monitoring.
Validate operation of field instruments including DP transmitters, flowmeters, humidity sensors, and associated devices in data center environments.
Assist with startup and functional testing activities under the supervision of commissioning leadership.
Coordinate closely with commissioning leads, controls engineers, contractors, and field teams.
Document deficiencies, test results, and punch-list items during commissioning execution.
Strictly comply with all project safety standards, site requirements, and data center commissioning protocols.

Required Qualifications & Core Criteria
Mandatory: Minimum 2–10+ years of dedicated professional experience in data center commissioning or critical facility instrumentation and controls.
Proven background in commissioning execution, field instrumentation verification, and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with Modbus RS-485 communication and industrial instrumentation.
Hands-on experience with devices such as Krohne flowmeters, DP transmitters, Vaisala sensors, and related field instrumentation.
Ability to read wiring diagrams, P&IDs, and instrumentation drawings.
Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
Ability to work onsite in an active data center construction and commissioning environment.
Comfortable working from lifts (<15 ft floor level) and in field conditions.

Data Center Commissioning Engineer

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