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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Reliability Engineer - Commissioning - **Company:** Rowan Digital Infrastructure - **Location:** Temple, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Applicant Tracking Systems, Big Data, Data Centers, Software Design Documents, Uptime, Project Management Software, Performance Tuning, Software Reliability Testing, Microsoft SharePoint, Smartsheet, Performance Testing, Bluebeam - **Published:** September 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cf8db61906ce7570 ## About the Role * 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, * 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 ## Description 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., 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 ## Related Videos - [Hidden efficiency - How to enable your non-engineers as a CTO](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1412-hidden-efficiency-how-to-enable-your-non-engineers-as-a-cto) - [DevOps at Netflix](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/270-devops-at-netflix) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Leading with Reliability: Applying SRE Principles to Build Stronger Engineering Organizations](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100185-leading-with-reliability-applying-sre-principles-to-build-stronger-engineering-organizations) - [Beyond the Numbers: Engineering Recruiting Excellence Through Quality, Data, and Team Empowerment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1491-beyond-the-numbers-engineering-recruiting-excellence-through-quality-data-and-team-empowerment) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What Makes WeAreDevelopers World Congress Different From Every Other Tech Event?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/701-what-makes-wearedevelopers-world-congress-different-from-every-other-tech-event)