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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Critical Mechanical System Specialist, Operations Engineering - **Company:** CyrusOne, LLC. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, Data Centers, Data Center Infrastructure Management (CIM) - **Published:** June 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=742cdad556f345f7 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Mechanical system commissioning projects?, * Experience supporting mechanical systems in mission-critical or industrial environments (data centers, oil & gas, healthcare, manufacturing, military, etc.) * Exposure to commissioning activities from an operations, validation, or oversight perspective (ownership not required) * Working knowledge of mechanical cooling systems such as chillers, cooling towers, CRAH/CRAC units, and heat-rejection systems * Ability to work independently in a remote, highly autonomous environment * Must be able to travel up to 50% , including week-long site visits Preferred * Familiarity with ASHRAE TC 9.9 thermal guidelines as an operational reference * Experience working with operational tools such as CMMS, DCIM/BMS, or participating in incident response or RCA processes * Experience performing system audits, inspections, or readiness assessments * Data center experience (not required) Work Environment: * Work Schedule: Standard business hours with occasional after-hours support if needed; role is not primary first-line response * This role requires travel of up to 50% * Willingness to be on-call for emergencies or after-hours troubleshooting. * Ability to work in a physically demanding, high-stress environment during critical situations. Education / Certifications : * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field (preferred) or equivalent work experience. ## Description We are seeking a Critical Mechanical Systems Specialist, Operations Engineering to support the readiness, reliability, and operational performance of mechanical infrastructure across CyrusOne data center sites. This role focuses on bridging design, construction, commissioning, and operations by validating that mechanical systems are safe, functional, and ready to support IT load from Day 1 onward. The role is highly autonomous, remote based, and requires regular travel to data center sites across the U.S. What You Will Do: * Support and oversee commissioning activities for critical mechanical systems, including chiller plants, cooling towers, CRAH/CRAC units, heat-rejection systems, and controls/BMS * Validate mechanical system performance, sequences of operation, and operational readiness prior to customer load deployment * Conduct site inspections, audits, and operational health checks focused on mechanical reliability, efficiency, and risk * Apply industry standards (including ASHRAE TC 9.9) as a practical reference when evaluating cooling performance, environmental conditions, and system readiness * Identify operational gaps or risks, document findings, and support mitigation and close-out activities * Act as a bridge between design/construction teams and site operations to ensure documentation, procedures, and training are complete for turnover * Provide feedback and lessons learned to improve standards, processes, and future data center builds ## Related Videos - [5 Years in Cloud Native: The Good, the Bad, and the Bill](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100111-5-years-in-cloud-native-the-good-the-bad-and-the-bill) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [AWS Migration within 3 months](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/196-aws-migration-within-3-months) - [One year of the CO2-challenge – insights and lessons learned](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100251-one-year-of-the-co2-challenge-insights-and-lessons-learned) - [Systems Thinking for Performance: How to Diagnose and Fix Slow Systems without Guessing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2103-systems-thinking-for-performance-how-to-diagnose-and-fix-slow-systems-without-guessing) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs) - [Mastering Remote Work: Tips for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/558-mastering-remote-work-tips-for-developers) - [Remote Work: Best Practices for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/315-remote-work-best-practices-for-developers) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers)