Commissioning Field Engineer
Hut 8 is a diversified digital infrastructure company that develops and operates an integrated portfolio of power, digital infrastructure, and compute assets. Their services include power generation, managed services, ASIC and CPU colocation, Bitcoin mining, data center cloud solutions, and GPU-as-a-Service to support transformative technologies.
Projects
About Hut 8 Corp
Hut 8 is a diversified energy and digital infrastructure company that operates on a power-first, platform-driven business model. The company's operations are structured in three layers: 1) Power, which involves acquiring, developing, and managing energy assets like power plants and providing managed services; 2) Digital Infrastructure, which focuses on designing and operating facilities for energy-intensive applications, offering services like ASIC and CPU colocation; and 3) Compute, which involves acquiring and operating specialized hardware for applications such as Bitcoin mining, data center cloud services, and GPU-as-a-Service for artificial intelligence. Hut 8 is publicly traded on the NASDAQ and TSX stock exchanges under the ticker symbol HUT.
Skills
About the Role
You will be responsible for testing, verification, and turnover of critical infrastructure systems across data center facilities. This hands on field oriented role involves executing commissioning programs from pre functional testing through integrated system verification. You will travel to project sites, coordinate with contractors and vendors, document results, and ensure readiness for operational turnover while maintaining safety compliance.
Requirements
- 2-5 years of hands-on experience in commissioning startup or field engineering within data centers, mission-critical facilities, or large-scale infrastructure projects
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems common to mission-critical environments (UPS, generators, switchgear, cooling, BMS/EPMS)
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and equipment submittals
- Strong understanding of commissioning documentation requirements including test scripts, punch lists, and turnover packages
- Experience coordinating with multiple trades and subcontractors on active construction sites
- Comfortable operating in fast-paced, milestone-driven project environments with shifting priorities
- Detail-oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills able to produce clear field reports and communicate issues effectively to project leadership
- Willingness and ability to travel to project sites relocation may be required based on project assignment
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred
- Experience with mission-critical infrastructure commissioning (power, cooling, fiber, telecom) is a strong plus
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license active passport preferred for potential international project assignments
Responsibilities
- Execute pre-functional, functional, and integrated system commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems
- Support startup and commissioning of critical infrastructure including UPS systems, generators, switchgear, PDUs, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, and BMS/EPMS platforms
- Document commissioning activities, test results, deficiencies, and resolutions in accordance with project commissioning plans
- Coordinate closely with general contractors, subcontractors, equipment vendors, and the owner's engineering team to sequence and execute commissioning activities
- Conduct site observations to verify installations are complete and compliant with design drawings and specifications prior to testing
- Identify field deficiencies and work with the project team to drive timely resolution before milestone dates
- Support and ensure readiness for operational turnover
- Maintain accurate, detailed commissioning records including test reports, punch lists, and equipment start-up logs
- Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with site-specific safety plans and OSHA standards during all commissioning activities
- Communicate daily progress, issues, and schedule risks to the project commissioning lead or project manager
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off