Commissioning Engineer

Trinity Consultants Engineering & EHS Workforce Solutions; Kansas City (KS); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Consultants Engineering & EHS Workforce Solutions is seeking Data Center Commissioning Engineers with Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing (MEP) experience to serve as commissioning authorities on data center projects. These roles are remote-based with 75% travel to client sites.

The Commissioning Authority role emphasizes project planning, coordination, and client interaction, with a pathway to greater autonomy and leadership in commissioning projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent industry experience (10 years).
• Able to obtain commissioning authority certification within 2 years of employment.
• EIT attained by degreed engineers; PE within 2 years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform design reviews to ensure system readiness and compliance.
• Review submittals for accuracy against commissioning requirements.
• Conduct on-site inspections and generate actionable reports.
• Lead functional performance tests and coordinate issue resolution with project teams.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain stakeholder communications.
• Interpret drawings and wiring diagrams to support field execution.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Reading drawings

Project coordination

Independent work

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

EIT certification

PE track within 2 years

Tools

Commissioning software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Trinity's Built Environmental Pillar is seeking Data Center Commissioning Engineers with Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing (MEP) experience from contributor to leadership levels to serve as commisioning authorities across data center projects. These positions are remote-based with 75% travel to client sites. Well qualified candidates that want to be part of global consulting company experiencing exciting growth are invited to apply!

SUMMARY

The Commissioning Authority is responsible for in project planning, coordination, and client interaction while gaining broader exposure to the full construction team. A key focus is the development of advanced troubleshooting abilities, using data analysis, diagnostic tools, and testing techniques to identify and resolve complex system issues. This role marks a transition toward greater autonomy and leadership within commissioning projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform and document detailed design reviews to ensure system compliance and readiness.
• Review contractor submittals for accuracy and alignment with commissioning requirements.
• Conduct on-site construction inspections and generate thorough, actionable reports.
• Identify, track, and assist in resolving non-compliance issues found during inspections.
• Develop and execute pre-functional and functional performance test scripts for commissioned systems.
• Lead functional performance testing, ensuring systems operate as intended.
• Manage the identification and reconciliation of issues uncovered during testing, coordinating resolution with project teams.
• Prepare clear, concise technical reports and maintain consistent written communication with stakeholders.
• Utilize analytical tools and test equipment to evaluate and validate system performance.
• Work independently and proactively, managing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Interpret construction drawings, control schematics, and electrical wiring diagrams to support field execution and troubleshooting.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate system performance and resolve issues
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction and documentation
• Ability to interpret complex technical documents, including construction drawings and system specifications
• Proven project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Proficiency with commissioning software and data analysis tools preferred
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality assurance and compliance
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university OR equivalent applicable industry experience (10 years)
• Ability to obtain commissioning authority certification within 2 years of initial employment
• Degreed engineers should have obtained their EIT
• Degreed engineers on course to obtain PE within 2 years of employment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical requirements listed below represent the minimum standards that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this role successfully. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Regular travel to local and out of town project sites and meetings will be required
• Project requirements drive travel schedules and will sometimes require 50-60% of your time committed to out-of-town projects
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments; must also be able to drive in various conditions to conduct work.
• Work involves moderate exposure to elements like hot/cold temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves exposure to construction, mechanical, and electrical-related hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and scaffolds, and to negotiate work areas under construction.