Commissioning Mechanical Technician

Stadler Rail
  • San Jose, California
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Commissioning Mechanical Technician 

    Stadler offers a wide range of international career opportunities. Here you get the chance to expand your potential, take on meaningful responsibilities, and deliver outstanding performance within dedicated teams. We are looking for motivated individuals who want to shape the mobility of tomorrow with us. Are you ready to achieve great things with us?

    The Commissioning Mechanical Technician is a senior-level technical role responsible for performing advanced mechanical commissioning activities on complex systems and equipment. This role ensures installed mechanical systems meet design specifications, operational requirements, safety standards, and performance expectations. The Technician serves as a technical expert, provides mentoring to junior technicians, troubleshoots advanced issues, and leads system start‑up, testing, and handover activities.

    Key Activities
    • Lead mechanical commissioning activities for rotating and static equipment, including pumps, compressors, HVAC systems, piping systems, heat exchangers, boilers, and mechanical auxiliaries.
    • Perform system energization, start‑up, functional testing, performance verification, and reliability trials.
    • Interpret engineering documents such as P&IDs, isometrics, mechanical GA drawings, O&M manuals, and commissioning procedures.
    • Verify installation compliance with engineering specifications, applicable codes, and industry standards (e.g., ASME, API, NFPA).
    • Conduct troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions on mechanical equipment and system failures.
    • Create and maintain commissioning checklists, punch lists, redlines, test reports, and system turnover documentation.
    • Review method statements, commissioning plans, and safety procedures.
    Qualifications
    • Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related field
    • 8+ years of mechanical maintenance, installation, or commissioning experience.
    • 3+ years working in commissioning of complex mechanical systems at an advanced level.
    • Experience in one or more of the following industries preferred: oil & gas, power generation, manufacturing, data centers, pharmaceuticals, or industrial facilities.
    • Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, piping systems, industrial HVAC, pressure systems, hydraulics, and mechanical instrumentation.
    • Skilled in reading P&IDs, PFDs, mechanical drawings, and 3D models.
    • Strong mechanical troubleshooting, vibration analysis, alignment, and system diagnostics skills.
    • Familiarity with CMMS systems and commissioning management software.
    • Understanding of applicable codes and standards (ASME, API, OSHA, ISO).
    What We Offer
    • Stadler US employee benefits package includes:
    • Competitive Pay (yearly bonus potential)
    • Low-cost, comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision / Rx plans
    • 401(k) with employer match after 90 days
    • Generous Paid Time Off / 9 Paid Holidays / Extended Paid Holiday
    • Paid training / Career development
    • Tuition and training reimbursement
    • Paid maternity and parental leave
    • Company-paid life and disability insurance 
    • Referral bonus program

    Stadler US is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Jose, California
    Websitehttps://www.stadlerrail.com

    Skills

    • 3D Modelingunmatched
    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Commissioningunmatched
    • Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)unmatched
    • Functional Testingunmatched
    • HVACunmatched
    • Heat Exchangerunmatched
    • Hydraulic Engineeringunmatched
    • ISO (International Organization for Standardization)unmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Industrial Engineeringunmatched
    • Instrumentationunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Mechanical Designunmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • Mechanical Maintenanceunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Network Operations Centerunmatched
    • OSHAunmatched
    • Oil and Gasunmatched
    • Performance Testingunmatched
    • Pharmaceutical Dataunmatched
    • Pipingunmatched
    • Power Generationunmatched
    • Prescription Drugsunmatched
    • Pumpsunmatched
    • Requirements Managementunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Safety Standardsunmatched
    • Safety Trainingunmatched
    • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
    • Testingunmatched
    • Vision Planunmatched

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