Senior Commissioning Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

We’re seeking a Commissioning Engineer to support and lead the commissioning of complex commercial, institutional, federal, and industrial facilities. In this role, you will help ensure that a building's mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life-safety, and building control systems are properly installed, tested, integrated, and performing as intended.

You will work throughout the project lifecycle, from design and document review through functional testing, integrated systems testing, troubleshooting, and project closeout. This is a hands-on, client-facing engineering position that combines technical analysis, field work, project leadership, and collaboration with owners, contractors, designers, and other engineering professionals.

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys figuring out how systems work, identifying problems, finding the root cause, and making sure the final solution actually performs as intended..

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Commissioning & Testing

• Lead and execute commissioning activities from design review through occupancy.
• Develop commissioning plans, schedules, sequences of operation, test procedures, and integrated test matrices.
• Plan and perform functional performance testing of HVAC systems, central plants, electrical distribution, emergency power, plumbing, fire alarm, smoke control, and other building systems.
• Lead integrated testing involving emergency power, life-safety systems, BAS, and system interlocks.
• Verify that installed systems perform according to design, owner requirements, applicable codes, and industry standards.

Technical Analysis & Troubleshooting

• Investigate system performance issues through field observation, testing data, BAS trends, and technical analysis.
• Identify root causes and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Evaluate deficiencies and determine whether issues are related to design, construction, controls, installation, or operation.
• Retest systems after corrections to verify successful resolution.

Design & Construction Support

• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and project documentation to identify coordination opportunities, commissioning risks, and potential performance issues.
• Observe equipment installation and verify systems are ready for commissioning and testing.
• Work closely with contractors, designers, owners, and testing agencies throughout project execution.

Project & Client Leadership

• Lead commissioning meetings and coordinate testing activities across multiple disciplines.
• Serve as a technical resource and client-facing representative for the company.
• Take ownership of assigned commissioning scopes and help drive projects through successful completion.
• Manage project priorities, communicate progress, and keep stakeholders informed.

Documentation

• Prepare commissioning reports, deficiency logs, test documentation, and project closeout materials.
• Maintain clear and accurate records of testing, findings, corrective actions, and final results.

Mentorship & Team Development

• Provide technical guidance to early-career engineers.
• Share commissioning knowledge, testing methodologies, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices with the broader team.
• Lead by example while contributing to a collaborative engineering environment.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for an engineer who combines hands-on commissioning experience with strong technical judgment, communication, and ownership. You should be comfortable working independently, asking questions when needed, taking the lead in the field, and communicating technical information clearly to both engineering professionals and clients.

Required Qualifications

·      Demonstrated hands-on experience with building commissioning and functional testing.

·      Experience developing or working with sequences of operations and commissioning test procedures.

·      Experience troubleshooting building system performance and identifying root causes.

·      Experience with MEP systems, particularly HVAC/mechanical systems and building controls.

·      Exposure to electrical distribution, emergency power, and life-safety systems.

·      Experience commissioning commercial, institutional, federal, or similarly complex facilities.

·      Ability to lead or independently execute commissioning activities in the field.

·      Strong written and verbal communication skills.

·      Ability to manage priorities and work effectively with limited day-to-day supervision.

·      U.S. citizenship and ability to successfully complete a required criminal background investigation.

·      Willingness to travel approximately 35–50%, depending on project needs.

·      Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field is strongly preferred.

Preferred Experience

·      Commissioning certifications such as CxA, BCxP, CCP, or NEBB BSC.

·      Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one.

·      Experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS) such as Johnson Controls, Siemens, or similar platforms.

·      Experience using Bluebeam, Revit, and Microsoft Office.

·      Familiarity with ASHRAE, IBC, IMC, IPC, IECC, and NFPA standards.

·      Experience with large or complex facilities such as:

o  Universities and multi-building campuses

o  Hospital systems

o  Government or DoD facilities

o  Large corporate facilities

o  Manufacturing facilities

o  High-square-footage commercial buildings

·      Experience with both new construction and renovation/retrofit projects.

·      Background in energy efficiency, building controls, energy engineering, or facility engineering.

·      Federal or Department of Defense project experience.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

·      Hybrid mix of office and job sites.

·      Location: Birmingham/Hoover, Alabama preferred, with consideration for candidates throughout the Southeast.

·      Candidates outside Birmingham may be considered when they are able to travel to the Birmingham office and project sites as needed.

·      New employees typically spend approximately two weeks in Birmingham during onboarding and training, with our company covering hotel expenses.

·      Standard business hours with flexibility based on project schedules.

·      Some evening or overtime work may occasionally be required for specialized testing, such as nighttime lighting or facility testing.

·      Approximately 35–50% travel, depending on project assignments. Birmingham-based employees may have significant local/day travel.

·      Travel may include projects throughout Alabama and the Southeast as well as occasional national assignments.

·      Our company covers business-related mileage, airfare, and hotels.

·      Employees are trusted to manage their time, communicate effectively, and deliver against project commitments.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

·      Base Salary: $120,000–$150,000, with flexibility for highly qualified candidates.

·      Annual Discretionary Bonus: Eligible after one year for Birmingham office employees.

·      401(k): Dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%, increasing to 6% beginning January 1, 2027.

·      ESOP: 100% employee-owned company; employees are automatically enrolled after one year at no cost.

·      PTO: 22 days per year, front-loaded each January.

·      Holidays: 11 paid holidays.

·      Year-End Office Closure: we may close between Christmas and New Year's when business performance allows, without requiring employees to use PTO.

·      Health Insurance: BlueCross BlueShield.

·      Dental & Vision: Humana.

·      Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage equal to 100% of salary, up to $150,000, plus AD&D.

·      Disability: Short- and long-term disability coverage at 60% of salary.

·      FSA: Flexible Spending Account.

·      Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,000 annually after one year.

·      Relocation Assistance: Taxable lump-sum assistance of approximately $3,500–$10,000 depending on distance, with additional flexibility in certain situations.

·      Employee Ownership: Opportunity to build long-term financial value through the company’s ESOP.