Commissioning Manager Datacenter & Substation (Engineering)

TL;DR

Commissioning Manager (Engineering): Leading the end-to-end commissioning process for hyperscale data centers and electrical substations with an accent on system integration, HV utility infrastructure, and mission-critical support systems. Focus on managing Level 0-5 commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with Tier III standards, and coordinating complex energisation planning.

Location: Onsite in Frankfurt, Germany

Company

hirify.global is an employee-owned global engineering and project management firm specializing in mission-critical infrastructure.

What you will do

• Lead the end-to-end commissioning process for the Data Centre and associated Electrical Substation.
• Develop and manage the overall commissioning strategy, testing sequence, and systems integration approach.
• Oversee commissioning activities from Level 0 through Level 5, ensuring all systems are documented and closed out.
• Act as the primary interface between the Employer, General Contractor, vendors, and utility providers.
• Manage commissioning risk, issue resolution, and energisation planning using digital platforms like ACC and Cx Alloy.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety procedures, including LOTO, permit-to-work systems, and arc flash safety.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience delivering mission-critical or hyperscale data centre commissioning projects.
• Proven experience managing Level 4 Functional Performance Testing and Level 5 Integrated Systems Testing.
• Expertise in utility substations, MV/HV energisation, and ring-fed electrical distribution systems.
• Strong understanding of LEED Fundamental and Enhanced Commissioning processes.
• Fluent English required.

Nice to have

• German language capability.

Culture & Benefits

• Employee-owned company with an inclusive and driven environment.
• Strong commitment to Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability as part of the 2025 business strategy.
• Culture of mutual respect, diversity, and belonging.
• Fair and accessible hiring process with reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities.