Commissioning Engineer

Eastern Research Group, Inc.; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Educational benefits

401k plan

Profit sharing

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid vacation

Job summary

Eastern Research Group, Inc. (ERG) seeks a Commissioning Engineer to plan, execute and document commissioning activities for building systems and facility infrastructure at Naval Support Facility Indian Head in Maryland.

Requirements include a BS in Engineering, 5+ years in commissioning/QA/QC, and experience with mechanical, electrical, HVAC or control systems; ability to read drawings and specs; DoD Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years providing building commissioning and/or construction QA/QC field services.
• Experience commissioning mechanical, electrical, HVAC, controls or other building systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specs, and system documentation.
• Knowledge of UFC or UFGS standards.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Must hold or be able to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute commissioning activities for building systems, equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Review design documents, specifications, equipment submittals, and installation requirements.
• Develop and execute commissioning plans, tests, and verification procedures.
• Verify installed systems meet design intent and standards.
• Prepare commissioning reports, logs, and turnover packages.
• Support system startup, testing, acceptance, and handover to facilities teams.
• Monitor progress and communicate schedule, risks, and issues.

Skills

Building commissioning

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

HVAC systems

Communication

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SpecsIntact

Job description

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking Commissioning Engineers to support the planning, execution, and documentation of commissioning activities for facilities, systems, and equipment. The successful candidate will help ensure that systems are installed correctly, operate as intended, and meet applicable design specifications, performance requirements, and safety standards. This full-time position is at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. Indian Head, Maryland, is approximately 30 miles from Washington, D.C., 25 miles from Alexandria, Virginia, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, Virginia

Job Description

• Plan and execute commissioning activities for building systems, equipment, and facility infrastructure
• Review design documents, technical specifications, equipment submittals, and installation requirements to support commissioning efforts
• Develop and execute commissioning plans, functional performance tests, and system verification procedures
• Verify that installed systems operate in accordance with design intent, applicable codes, standards, and project requirements
• Prepare commissioning reports, test documentation, deficiency logs, and final turnover packages
• Support system startup, testing, acceptance, and handover to facility operations and maintenance personnel
• Monitor progress against commissioning schedules and communicate project status, risks, and outstanding issues

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• Minimum 5 years providing building commissioning and/or construction QA/QC field services
• Experience commissioning mechanical, electrical, HVAC, controls, or other building and facility systems
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and system documentation
• Knowledge of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) or Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS)
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities
• Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance
• Must be a U.S. citizen, as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• NETA or ASHRAE certification or commissioning specific education courses
• PE Preferred. EIT with Commissioning Certification is a plus
• Experience working in government, military, or hazardous facilities, including environments with specialized safety and operational requirements
• SpecsIntact experience a plus

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11-20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Please be aware, the only authentic corporate domain for ERG is https://www.erg.com. ERG may, on occasion, screen applicants via telephone or video interviews via Skype, Teams, GoToMeeting, or another type of video platform. However, any candidate extended a job offer might be asked to meet in person with an ERG employee before providing confidential personal information associated with new employment.

If you're a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG's online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at [e-mail] or call [phone].

ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.