Commissioning Field Engineer – Mechanical- Data Center
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 29, 2026. Bala Consulting Engineers scores A on the Alion truth index.
Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered just outside of Philadelphia in Wayne, PA with full-service offices in New York, NY, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC.
Bala is hiring talented commissioning engineers with data center experience who will travel to client sites local to the Wayne, PA office and potentially throughout the US .
Bala is a dynamic growth-oriented company, built on relationships with our clients, staff, and industry partners. At Bala you will enjoy an exceptional employee experience that results in a successful career based on collaboration, leadership, and personal development.
As a multi-discipline engineering firm, Bala is a leader in innovative designs for building systems in High Rise, Mission Critical, Multi-Unit Housing, Commercial Office, Higher Education, Transportation, Adaptive Reuse and Life Science facilities.
This position will place a successful candidate into a team of industry leading on-site commissioning/QA/QC mechanical systems testing engineers who provide technical oversight of mechanical systems / equipment. Oversight includes but is not limited to, mechanical system(s) upgrades in existing facilities and new mechanical systems testing (new construction) for fortune 500 companies throughout the U.S. Projects include data centers, trading floors, broadcast facilities, high rise infrastructure and high-end offices. Scope typically includes Air cooled, water cooled or DX Chiller Plants, CRAH’s and BMS controls systems. It also includes predictive preventative maintenance program planning and execution, and systemic and component troubleshooting throughout the commissioning process.
Qualifications :
- BS Mechanical Engineering (or similar qualification)
- Mid-level commissioning engineer (7+ years experience)
- Data center experience (required)
- Must be willing to travel across the U.S. for extended periods of time required to support project construction schedules and be willing to work various hours (days, night and weekends)
- Hands on experience with mechanical equipment testing is a must
- EIT/PE/CPMP a plus
- Military background in mechanical system’s operation and repair a plus.
- Hardworking and well-motivated engineer with the desire to learn and solve problems
- Proficient technical writing skills (proposals, test scripts and reports) and communication skills
- Ability to work in office and client sites (new construction and existing facilities) with driver’s license
- Background check & drug screening may be required by client for onsite projects
Job Description:
- Perform commissioning and/or QA/QC testing oversight of mechanical equipment.
- Manage Commissioning and Testing Projects (client, internal team and project financials)
- Lead projects and write proposals, test scripts and reports
- Mentor and train other Commissioning team members
- Coordinate invoicing with Accounting Department
- Attend conferences and networking events periodically
- National travel needed as necessary to complete Commissioning & Testing activities at client sites with reimbursement of expenses for travel/ lodging/car rental/meals.
BALA’s compensation package includes a rich benefits package along with market competitive salary structure. Our culture creates an environment where relationships thrive and careers flourish.
Bala offers comprehensive benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays
- 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
- Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
- Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
- Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
- Employee Referral Program
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