Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer
Tokyo / Japan DC / Full Time
About CAI:
CAI was established in 1996; it has grown year over year to more than 750 people worldwide. We provide commissioning, qualification, validation, start-up, project management and consulting services related to operational readiness to FDA regulated, Data Centres and other mission critical industries.
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Our approach is simple; we put the client’s interests first, we do not stop until it is right, and we will do whatever it takes to get there.
At CAI, we are committed to living our Foundational Principles, both professionally and personally:
· We act with integrity
· We serve each other
· We serve society
· We work for our future.
We strongly believe that one person’s success is everyone’s success; we work diligently to accomplish team goals. We place Team Before Self, demonstrate Respect for Others, and possess a can-do attitude. That is how we have grown exponentially.
Requirements include:
We are now seeking a Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer – to join our growing Mission Critical team in Japan. The role of the Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer n CAI is to:
· Lead and steer all mechanical commissioning and testing activities for all contracted testing and commissioning work related to mechanical, cooling, HVAC, airflow, water, refrigerant/return piping and plumbing systems (and possibly structural and civil expertise) at the client`s site according to agreed Scope of Works
· Guide technical discussion and clarification with client acting as and advisor/coordinator for any technical, mechanical, cooling, HVAC, airflow, water, refrigerant/return piping and plumbing related topics and in some circumstances structural and civil engineering related topics
· Act as technical expert and advisory for the client, advising on feasibility, practicality and any cost, resource impact of solution, methods and work procedures at all stages of the commissioning process
· Fulfil the role of on-site technical lead and coordinate obtaining correct information from equipment vendors, client, contactors and site owners to make decision and lead
· Participate and contribute to meetings with the client, consultants, other contractors to provide expert technical opinion. Work with all commissioning stakeholders to sign-off and commit to a common and agreed commissioning deliverables scope and outline items
· Ensuring all relevant certification and required documentation have been provided by construction contractors, equipment/system vendors to be approved and used as reference for commissioning documentation development
· Review, check, analyze, and provide opinion on design documents such as BoD, OPR, mechanical, cooling, HVAC, ducting, piping and plumbing drawings, schematics, diagrams and installation drawings as well as approve documents meeting commissioning requirements of the client
· Support engineering and commissioning deliverables development, working together with team members
· Develop, create, review and achieve approval of test scripts, Inspection Test Plans (ITPs)
· Develop, create, review, achieve approval and initiate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) or Factory Witness Tests (FWT)according to the needs of the client
· Ensure delivery quality is consistent with testing and commissioning requirement from client and the tested outcome is consistent with the client`s desired specification and performance requirement
· Enforce and work to the client`s project timelines and supervise all mechanical, cooling, ducting, piping and flow/balancing commissioning activities according to the client`s commissioning schedule and timeline
· Steer and guide all stakeholders (general contractors, equipment suppliers, BEP contractors) to achieve commissioning outcomes to the prerequisites of the client BoD and OPR, periodically assessing and evaluating the conformance, progress and suitability of planned work in line with the agreed commissioning deliverables
· Supervising, monitoring all mechanical, cooling, airflow, piping and plumbing commissioning works ensuring the tests are effective for all associated Cx levels
· Facilitating effective handover of equipment, facilities and outcomes from commissioning, ensuring all required certification and associated records, testing/verification documentation have been checked and approved and signed-off from vendors, construction contractors as well as by the company for test performance confirmation
· Check those critical decisions, actions and planning regarding commissioning are shared, reviewed and developed together with the company's global expertise to ensure consistency with the company`s global approach and policy, standards
Position Requirements:
· A bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in Mechanical Engineering, with a minimum of 3+ years’ experience in the Data Centre industry. Relevant experience can substitute for education.
· Relevant experience in commissioning critical systems, preferably in data centre environment is advantageous.
· Strong understanding of electrical systems in data centres. Having knowledge and experience of mechanical systems is advantageous.
· Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
· Familiarity with testing equipment and protocols.
· Effective communication and collaboration skills.
· Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
· Strong experience with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
· Working experience with construction/commissioning systems such as CxAlloy, Procore, Aconex, MS Compass, etc. is advantageous.
· Ability to travel domestically and abroad on a regular basis.
· A valid drivers’ license is desired but not a must.
· Good oral and written English is required
· To currently have the legal permission to live and work in Japan.
What We Offer:
· A very competitive salary, commensurate with experience and skills.
· Permanent employment and benefits as per the Japan Labour Laws.
· Opportunities for training and development (company paid training inclusive)
· Very high possibility for overseas project assignments (varying from short, middle and long-term stay depending upon working visa and availability of the employee). Official language for overseas work would be English.
· Dynamic career development opportunities for those who excel in their work.