Reliability Engineer - Commissioning at Rowan

Rowan Digital Infrastructure is redefining how data centers are delivered—faster, smarter, and at scale. We partner with hyperscale customers to provide tailored, high-performance infrastructure with a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and flexibility. Our experienced, end-to-end team delivers custom solutions across a growing portfolio of strategic sites in key markets across the United States. Backed by Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners, Rowan is committed to enabling the next generation of digital infrastructure—and building a more sustainable future in the process. Ready to help transform how the world’s most important technologies are powered? Join us. Role Summary The Reliability Engineer-Commissioning at Rowan Digital Infrastructure is responsible for ensuring that new data center facilities and expansions are delivered fully commissioned, operationally ready, and aligned with Rowan’s long-term reliability, resiliency, and operational excellence standards. This role serves as the bridge between design, construction, commissioning, and operations, representing the operations organization throughout the project lifecycle. The Reliability Engineer-Commissioning ensures that all critical infrastructure systems are tested, validated, documented, and transitioned seamlessly into steady-state operations. Travel: Ability to travel up to 50% depending on project needs Location: Location: Denver, CO (3 days/week hybrid in-office role) strongly preferred (remote may be considered for exceptional candidates) Compensation: $130-$150K (Offers Bonus) Essential Responsibilities Operations-Focused Commissioning Leadership Lead the operational commissioning strategy for Rowan data center projects from design through handover Ensure commissioning activities support Rowan’s operational standards, maintenance philosophies, and risk tolerance Act as the owner’s representative for commissioning with a strong operations-first mindset Design & Pre-Construction Engagement Review design documents, basis of design (BOD), and sequences of operation to ensure alignment with Rowan’s operational requirements Influence design decisions to improve operability, maintainability, and lifecycle performance Support development and validation of Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR) Construction & Commissioning Execution Oversee third-party commissioning agents and contractors to ensure compliance with Rowan standards Lead and witness key commissioning activities, including: Factory Witness Testing (FWT) Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) Functional Performance Testing (FPT) Integrated Systems Testing (IST) Load bank and reliability testing Ensure proper testing and integration of critical systems: Electrical power systems (utility, generators, UPS, switchgear, STS, PDUs) Mechanical and cooling systems (chillers, cooling plants, CRAHs/CRACs) BMS, EPMS, and controls Fire detection and suppression systems Operational Readiness & Turnover Lead operational readiness planning,