Commissioning Field Engineer
Hut 8 is an energy infrastructure platform that develops and operates power, digital infrastructure, and compute assets. Its platform supports energy-intensive technologies, including AI and Bitcoin mining.
Funding history
About Hut 8
Hut 8 develops, commercializes, and operates an integrated portfolio of power, digital infrastructure, and compute assets. It manages energy assets such as powered land, interconnects, substations, and switchyards; operates purpose-built facilities for energy-intensive applications; and deploys specialized hardware for technologies including AI and Bitcoin mining.
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Candidate Availability
Required and preferred rules are kept separate and reflect the wording in the original posting.
About the Role
This hands-on, field-oriented role supports testing, verification, startup, and turnover of critical infrastructure systems across data center and mission-critical facilities. The role is project-based, includes travel and potential relocation, and requires coordination with contractors, vendors, and project teams while maintaining safety compliance.
Requirements
- 2–5 years of hands-on commissioning, startup, or field engineering experience in data centers, mission-critical facilities, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems, including UPS, generators, switchgear, cooling, BMS, and EPMS.
- Ability to read construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and equipment submittals.
- Understanding of commissioning documentation, test scripts, punch lists, and turnover packages.
- Experience coordinating multiple trades and subcontractors on active construction sites.
- Ability to work in fast-paced, milestone-driven environments with shifting priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness and ability to travel; relocation may be required.
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
- Mission-critical infrastructure commissioning experience is a strong plus.
- Valid driver's license required; active passport preferred.
Responsibilities
- Execute pre-functional, functional, and integrated system commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, and controls systems.
- Support startup and commissioning of UPS systems, generators, switchgear, PDUs, CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, and BMS/EPMS platforms.
- Document commissioning activities, test results, deficiencies, and resolutions.
- Coordinate with general contractors, subcontractors, equipment vendors, and the owner's engineering team.
- Conduct site observations to verify installations comply with drawings and specifications.
- Identify field deficiencies and drive timely resolution before milestone dates.
- Support readiness for operational turnover.
- Maintain commissioning records, test reports, punch lists, and equipment startup logs.
- Enforce site safety protocols and OSHA compliance.
- Communicate progress, issues, and schedule risks to project leadership.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off