Senior Commissioning Manager, DCOS/DCIM

Equinix

Senior Commissioning Manager leading DCOS commissioning and DCIM integration for Equinix, a global digital infrastructure company. Driving controls validation, stakeholder delivery, training, and operational handover.

Posted 8/20/2026full-timeNew York City • New Jersey, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $150,000 - $224,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the full DCOS commissioning lifecycle, including FAT, SAT, PFT, FPT, and IST, while ensuring system interoperability and compliance across various technical domains. Proficient in leading cross-functional teams, mentoring staff, and delivering comprehensive reports to senior management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

DCOS Commissioning Lifecycle ManagementExpertise in DDC Systems, PLCs, DCS, and SCADA/BMSHands-On Experience with AvevaStrong Understanding of Electrical, Mechanical, Fire Protection, and HVAC SystemsExcellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

DCOS CommissioningFAT, SAT, PFT, FPT, IST ManagementNetwork Configuration ValidationData Logging and Alarm ConfigurationProgramming Modules DevelopmentStress Testing and Redundancy TestingDCIM IntegrationTroubleshooting DDC, PLC, DCS, SCADA, and BMS SystemsCompliance Summaries CompilationFinal Handover Reports Preparation

Soft Skills

Leadership in Mission-Critical EnvironmentsMentoring and Directing Junior StaffCross-Functional Team CollaborationProblem-SolvingEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

AvevaHoneywellSchneider ElectricSiemensDelta ControlsKepwareMatrikonTopViewOSIsoft PIDCIM Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringEquivalent Trade Certification

Industry Keywords

Data Center ControlsAutomationMission-Critical Facility ManagementCommissioningOperational Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage the full DCOS commissioning lifecycle, including FAT, SAT, PFT, FPT, and IST
Manage commissioning plans, test scripts, checklists, and stage reports
Inspect and verify DCOS components against design specifications
Validate network configurations, including IP addressing and VLAN setup
Manage stress testing, redundancy tests, and final validation
Verify data logging, alarm configuration, and trend analysis
Execute DCOS-to-DCIM integration plans and ensure system interoperability
Build customer-facing DCIM hierarchy structures from single-line drawings
Validate DCIM tag points, alarm alignment, and configuration compliance
Verify resiliency, utility power, PUE, BCM, and Battery Monitoring system calculations and operation
Coordinate operational teams and on-site stakeholders through DCIM go-live
Troubleshoot DDC, PLC, DCS, SCADA, and BMS systems
Provide diagnostics and remediation across electrical, mechanical, fire protection, and HVAC systems
Develop and maintain programming modules, sequences of operations, graphics, and reporting tools
Recommend system-level enhancements to reduce failure modes
Use data collection and conversion platforms for monitoring, diagnostics, and performance analytics
Follow and improve commissioning policies, procedures, standards, and best practices
Compile compliance summaries and governance reports for senior leadership
Coordinate construction managers, contractors, system integrators, design teams, and suppliers
Maintain commissioning logs, checklists, metrics, and progress tracking
Oversee Software Factory Acceptance Testing and vendor accountability
Act as DCOS SME for internal and external stakeholders
Brief senior management and cross-functional teams on status and go-live readiness
Mentor and direct junior staff, integrators, and contractors
Lead commissioning project teams and resolve cross-functional issues
Drive staff training, operational manuals, training materials, and as-built documentation
Compile and present final handover reports
Share controls engineering, operations, and planning expertise across the facilities organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically 8+ years of experience in data center controls and automation, commissioning, or mission-critical facility management
Proven leadership experience in mission-critical environments
Hands-on, expert-level experience with Aveva (formerly Wonderware)
Expert knowledge of DDC systems, PLCs, DCS, and SCADA/BMS platforms, including debugging, programming, and advanced diagnostics
Ability to manage end-to-end commissioning phases: FAT, SAT, PFT, FPT, and IST
Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, fire protection, and HVAC systems as they relate to controls requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including composing technical papers, position papers, and executive-level reports
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant technical discipline preferred; equivalent trade certification considered
Experience with Honeywell, Schneider Electric, Siemens, or Delta Controls preferred
Experience with Kepware, Matrikon, TopView, OSIsoft PI, or equivalent preferred
Hands-on experience with DCIM platforms and DCOS integration preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee Assistance Program
Health, life, disability, and voluntary insurance plans
Retirement plan contributions
Accrued paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Bonus eligibility
Equity may be offered depending on the position
Disability accommodations in the employment process