Commissioning Engineer - Mechanical (CxA)

Global Commissioning; Helsinki; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Commissioning in Helsinki seeks an experienced Mechanical Commissioning Engineer to support planning, coordination and testing of HVAC and related systems on major projects. You will review design documents, supervise site activities and ensure documentation meets project requirements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/building services engineering, at least two years in mechanical commissioning, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, building services engineering or related field.
• At least two years’ experience in a mechanical commissioning role.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mechanical commissioning activities between owner, contractor, and commissioning team.
• Review and support approval of mechanical commissioning plans per project guidelines.
• Develop and complete the commissioning schedule and attend meetings.
• Witness and supervise on-site testing, including preparation of test records.
• Maintain deficiencies list and track retesting to closure.
• Prepare and maintain commissioning records and reports.
• Collaborate with electrical and controls teams for integrated testing.

Skills

English communication

Travel willingness

On-site coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical/building services engineering

2+ years of mechanical commissioning experience

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Overview of Position

Support the planning, coordination and delivery of mechanical commissioning (Cx), ensuring installed heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) and associated mechanical systems are reviewed and tested against project requirements and design documents.

Work with the owner, contractor and commissioning team to resolve deficiencies, maintain accurate records and support efficient project completion.

Reports to: Commissioning Manager

Primary Responsibilities

Planning and Coordination

• Coordinate mechanical commissioning activities between the owner, contractor and commissioning team.
• Review and support approval of mechanical commissioning plans in accordance with project guidelines.
• Work with team members to develop and complete the commissioning schedule.
• Attend commissioning meetings, track progress and act promptly on assigned actions.
• Schedule and supervise operational reviews with relevant functional staff.

Site Reviews and Testing

• Review mechanical designs, equipment submittals and installed works for compliance with design documents and project requirements.
• Supervise on-site mechanical commissioning activities and conduct periodic progress inspections.
• Review mechanical system readiness, including records of pressure testing, flushing, cleaning and equipment start-up, before functional testing.
• Witness mechanical performance testing, including air and water balancing, operating sequences and controls interfaces, working with specialists to verify results against project requirements.
• Review contractor-completed mechanical testing forms to confirm results are appropriately documented and signed off.
• Maintain a list of mechanical deficiencies identified during site visits, support their rectification and track retesting to closure.

Documentation and Stakeholder Collaboration

• Prepare and maintain commissioning records, including site observations, test results and checklists.
• Compile mechanical commissioning report data and maintain clear, up-to-date commissioning records.
• Provide required documentation within agreed project timescales.
• Collaborate with electrical, controls and other commissioning disciplines to support integrated testing and efficient project delivery.
• Contribute to a supportive commissioning team culture and customer satisfaction through adherence to project requirements.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical engineering, building services engineering or a related field.
• At least two years’ experience in a similar mechanical commissioning role.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365.

Special Position Requirements

• Promote a safety culture on site and follow project safety procedures, including permit-to-work and isolation requirements.
• Willingness to travel across Europe.
• Rotations: 3 weeks on 1 week off.