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Celis Alaakooh

Columbus,OH

Summary

Dynamic Commissioning Engineer with extensive experience at switch, AWS,E2Optics, specializing in Level 3-4 commissioning of data center infrastructure. Proven expertise in electrical troubleshooting and cross-functional team collaboration, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with ASHRAE standards. Recognized for delivering successful project turnovers and maintaining high availability through rigorous testing and quality assurance.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Commissioning Engineer

Switch/meade Engineering
08.2025 - Current

Technical Commissioning & Testing.


  • Executed commissioning of UPS systems, RPPs, bursars, transfer switch cabinets (TSCs), and PQM devices to ensure reliable datacenter power distribution.
  • Performed functional and pre-functional checklists for CRAC units, fan coils, and ERVs to validate mechanical/electrical system performance
  • Conducted load bank testing and IR scanning to verify capacity, thermal performance, and safety compliance.

Project Delivery & Quality Assurance

Project Delivery & Quality Assurance
  • Oversaw commissioning activities across Tier III/Tier IV data center projects, ensuring compliance with Uptime Institute and ASHRAE standards.
  • Collaborated with construction, design, and operations teams to deliver on-time, risk-free handover of mission-critical facilities.
  • Documented and resolved commissioning issues (ICPs, NCRs, punch lists) to ensure project close-out and client satisfaction.
Controls & Integration
  • Supported BMS integration testing for electrical/mechanical systems, including alarms, monitoring, and redundancy checks and leak detect.
  • Verified proper labeling, egress pathways, and sequence of operations for switchgear and distribution panels.
Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Worked directly with clients, consultants, and contractors to align project goals and commissioning milestones.

Commissioning Engineer

E2 OPTICS
08.2023 - 05.2025
  • Executed Level 3–4 commissioning for mission-critical data centers, validating full system integration and operational readiness.
  • Conducted end-to-end functional performance testing on electrical and mechanical infrastructure, ensuring systems met design intent and client standards.
  • Oversaw sequence of operations (SOO) testing for UPS, RPPs, switchgear, CRAC units, and BMS controls.
  • Identified and resolved deficiencies during Level 3 (equipment validation) and Level 4 (integrated systems testing) to achieve project turnover milestones.
  • Coordinated with GCs, trade contractors, and client representatives to deliver successful commissioning in compliance with ASHRAE/NFPA/Uptime Institute guidelines.
  • Documented test results, produced commissioning reports, and supported final client sign-off for handover.
  • Ensured redundancy, failover, and alarm validation across power and cooling systems to maintain high availability.
  • Dedicated QA/QC LEAD.
  • GENERATOR PREFUNCTIONAL TESTING.

DATA CENTER SENIOR TECHNICIAN

AWS
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Lead installation, operation, and maintenance of mission-critical data center infrastructure, including servers, storage, networking, and power systems.
  • Performed advanced troubleshooting and root-cause analysis on hardware, fiber optics, structured cabling, and power distribution equipment.
  • Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on UPS, PDUs, RPPs, CRAC units, and generators to ensure continuous uptime.
  • Oversaw rack/stack deployments, hardware replacements, and system upgrades supporting hyperscale AWS services.
  • Coordinated and mentored junior technicians, ensuring adherence to AWS operational excellence and safety standards.
  • Supported on-call incident response, mitigating system failures and restoring services within strict SLAs.
  • Collaborated with network engineering, commissioning, and operations teams to integrate new capacity into live production environments.
  • Maintained detailed documentation, work orders, and change management records.

Electrical and Electromechanical Technician

Birchwood
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Installed, tested, and maintained electrical and electromechanical systems, including motors, control panels, sensors, and circuit boards.
  • Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment to minimize downtime and extend asset life.
  • Diagnosed and repaired electrical faults, wiring issues, and mechanical failures using schematics, multimeters, and testing tools.
  • Assembled, calibrated, and aligned electromechanical devices to ensure proper functionality and performance.
  • Conducted safety inspections, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and compliance checks in line with OSHA/NFPA standards.
  • Assisted in the installation and commissioning of new electrical and automation systems.
  • Documented maintenance activities, repair logs, and technical reports to support operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with engineers and supervisors to improve system reliability and energy efficiency.

Datacenter Technician

Ringo
03.2019 - 01.2022
  • Installed, configured, and maintained servers, network devices, and structured cabling to support data center operations.
  • Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on critical infrastructure including UPS systems, PDUs, CRAC units, and generators.
  • Monitored power, cooling, and environmental systems, responding to alarms and resolving issues to ensure uptime.
  • Conducted hardware diagnostics, troubleshooting, and component replacement to keep IT equipment in service.
  • Assisted in rack/stack deployments, cable management, and capacity expansions in live production environments.
  • Documented maintenance logs, work orders, and incident reports in line with operational and compliance standards.
  • Supported on-call incident response and escalation procedures, restoring systems under strict SLAs.
  • safety lead.

Education

Barchelor Degree in Electrical Power Systems. - Electrical Engineering

Collage of Technology Buea
University Of Buea
10-2022

High School Diploma -

COPOBIF TECHNICAL COLLAGE
CAMEROON BAFOUSSAM
09-2019

Skills

  • Electrical Commissioning (Level 1–4)
  • Pre-functional testing of (UPS, RPPs, PDUs, Switchgear, Bursar, CRAC/CRAH Units
  • Power & Cooling Systems Testing (Load Bank, IR Scanning, PQM Devices)
  • BMS / Controls Integration & Validation
  • Electrical Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis
  • Preventive & Corrective Maintenance (UPS, Generators, Motors, Panels)
  • Structured Cabling (CAT5/6, Fiber Optics, Patch Panels)
  • Electrical & Mechanical Drawings (One-Line Diagrams, Schematics, Wiring Diagrams)
  • Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) & Electrical Safety Procedures
  • Level 3 & Level 4 Commissioning (Functional & Integrated Systems Testing)
  • Sequence of Operations (SOO) Verification
  • Pre-Functional & Functional Checklists (Electrical & Mechanical Systems)
  • Equipment Start-up, Testing, and Validation
  • System Redundancy & Failover Testing
  • Client Sign-Off & Turnover Documentation
  • QA/QC MEP
  • Cross-Functional Team Collaboration (Engineering, Operations, Contractors)
  • Training & Mentoring Junior Technicians / O&M Staff
  • Strong Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills
  • Client & Stakeholder Communication
  • Time Management & Project Coordination
  • TSC BURN
  • MVB /GMVB
  • GENERATOR PRE FUNCTIONAL TESTING

Accomplishments

    aws sector handover

Certification

-Data center projects,commissioning.

-NPFA 70E Electrical safety in the workplace.

-Data center essential power and Electrical

-Data center mechanical cooling.

-High school diplomat(electrical power systems).

-Bachelor's degree in electrical power systems.


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional

Interests

Interest in learning

best employee of the month

I WAS AWARDED EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH BECAUSE OF THE SAFETY PRECAUTION I PUT IN PLACE  AND IT SAFE AN EMPLOYEE FROM FALLING DOWN A LADDER.

Timeline

Commissioning Engineer

Switch/meade Engineering
08.2025 - Current

Commissioning Engineer

E2 OPTICS
08.2023 - 05.2025

DATA CENTER SENIOR TECHNICIAN

AWS
06.2023 - 12.2023

Electrical and Electromechanical Technician

Birchwood
01.2023 - 05.2023

Datacenter Technician

Ringo
03.2019 - 01.2022

Barchelor Degree in Electrical Power Systems. - Electrical Engineering

Collage of Technology Buea

High School Diploma -

COPOBIF TECHNICAL COLLAGE