Commissioning Engineer

Thomas Young Group; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Young Group is seeking a senior commissioning engineer to lead commissioning for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems from design through closeout. You will partner with design teams, contractors, and owners to ensure project goals are met and documented in clear reports.

The role requires 10+ years of hands-on commissioning experience, strong knowledge of building systems, and excellent written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands on commissioning experience.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems and applicable codes.
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to travel regionally to project sites for testing and field work.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning services for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems from design through closeout.
• Perform design reviews and develop commissioning plans and specifications.
• Partner closely with design teams, contractors, and owners to support project goals.
• Evaluate building systems and document findings in clear, well written technical reports.
• Manage commissioning projects, including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Communicate effort, expectations, and progress clearly with clients and internal teams.
• Support project start up activities, billing, and contract administration.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and commissioning staff.

Skills

Commissioning experience

Mechanical systems

Plumbing systems

Fire protection systems

Written communication

Project management

Travel readiness

Job description

We are partnering with a long-standing engineering consultancy that is known for delivering excellence in engineering design and building strong client relationships. They support projects across multiple markets and take pride in collaboration, technical depth, and delivering solutions designed for long-term performance and sustainability. This is a team where experienced engineers are trusted, supported, and given room to lead.

What you'll be doing:

Lead commissioning services for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems from design through closeout

Perform design reviews and develop commissioning plans and specifications

Partner closely with design teams, contractors, and owners to support project goals

Evaluate building systems and document findings in clear, well written technical reports

Manage commissioning projects, including scope, schedule, and budget

Communicate effort, expectations, and progress clearly with clients and internal teams

Support project start up activities, billing, and contract administration

Mentor and guide junior engineers and commissioning staff

What we're looking for:

10+ years of hands on commissioning experience

Strong working knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems and applicable codes

Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Willingness to travel regionally to project sites for testing and field work

More reasons to apply:

Join a respected firm with a steady project pipeline and long-term client relationships

Take ownership of projects and play a visible leadership role

Work alongside experienced engineers who value collaboration and technical quality

Competitive compensation based on your experience and background

A supportive environment that invests in professional growth