Commissioning Agent-Data Center

Affiliated Engineers, Inc; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, Inc in Washington, DC is seeking a Commissioning Agent to help clients achieve energy‑efficient building solutions and a greener future. You will resolve commissioning challenges and develop delivery plans from OPR, BOD, and project documents.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, apply codes and standards, operate test and measurement equipment, and communicate clearly with clients and partners to ensure safe, reliable building performance.

Qualifications

• Technical or Associate Degree in HVAC, mechanical, or related design/construction field.
• General understanding of building systems including fire protection, HVAC, electrical and plumbing.
• Ability to interpret codes, guidelines and standards related to commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commissioning process delivery plans from OPR, BOD, and project docs.
• Resolve commissioning challenges and support project partners with field surveys and Code research.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams to ensure safe, efficient building performance.

Skills

Commissioning certification

Data-driven decision making

Team collaboration

Client communication

Safety awareness

Testing & measurement equipment

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Technical or Associate Degree in HVAC or related field

Job description

As a Commissioning Agent in our Washington, D.C. office, you will help us empower our clients to achieve energy-efficient building solutions, save global environments, and create a better, greener future for all.

Here’s why we need you:

In this role, you will be responsible for resolving commissioning challenges and completing tasks assigned, including developing and implementing commissioning process delivery plans from information set forth in Owner's Project Requirements (OPR), Basis of Design (BOD), plans and specification construction documents, as well as information gathered from users, project partners, field surveys, and code research.

Expertise of our most successful Commissioning Agent:

• Technical or Associate Degree in HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, or architectural design, or construction engineering from an accredited technical institution or college; or commensurate design or construction experience.
• General understanding of building systems across disciplines including fire protection, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing/piping.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret codes, guidelines and standards related to commissioning, design and construction.
• Experience in computer operation and ability to learn engineering calculation programs, computer-aided drafting/BIM software for the purpose accessing and interpreting design requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and state required vehicle insurance.

Effective skills to help you flourish:

• Commissioning certification with a nationally recognized professional body.
• Ability to combine personal judgment with a wide variety of data and information to implement commissioning criteria.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, including carrying out appropriate follow‑through with others, giving and receiving constructive feedback.
• Communicates well with clients, project partners and with individuals at all levels in the organization.
• Ability to apply safety training to specific construction situations and avoid unsafe work environments.
• Ability to understand and safely use test and measurement equipment and common tools.
• Experience in diagnosing and solving construction and operational problems.
• Strong spoken and written communications skills.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• Quick technical comprehension and motivation focused on client outcomes.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective working individually and within team environments.