Commissioning Engineer

McClure; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-Paid Insurance

HSA with employer contrib

Life/Disability Insurance

401(k) with Safe Harbor

Employee Ownership

Wellness Reimbursement

Paid Parking

On-Site Fitness Center

Hybrid Work Options

Professional Development

Parental Leave

Job summary

McClure Engineering is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to work with a team of engineers on projects involving mechanical, electrical, and automation systems for hospitals, laboratories, and universities.

The role requires collaboration across disciplines, proactive problem solving, and strong communication with contractors and owners. Travel and flexible hours may be required as part of project execution.

Qualifications

• B.S.E.E. or B.S.M.E. from an accredited university
• 5+ years of direct commissioning or related experience in facility systems
• ASHRAE knowledge; LEED experience preferred
• LEED AP preferred
• Experience with operation/maintenance of mechanical equipment and control systems
• Analytics software experience (SkySpark) preferred
• Strong communication, supervisory, and organizational skills
• Familiar with test equipment and automation systems (JCI, ALC, Trane, Siemens)

Responsibilities

• Complete commissioning of mechanical systems including hydronic, air distribution, and building automation systems
• Commission electrical systems including emergency power and lighting control
• Create and review commissioning plans, forms, and specifications
• Interpret contract drawings and specifications accurately
• Develop, execute, and document pre-functional, functional, and integrated tests
• Track and report commissioning issues and produce final reports
• Lead commissioning projects and coordinate with contractors/owners
• Travel for out-of-town projects as needed
• Ensure safety and adherence to project schedules and budgets

Skills

Strong communication

Supervisory

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

B.S.E.E. or B.S.M.E.

Tools

JCI

ALC

Trane

Siemens

EcoStructure

MS Office

Job description

McClure Engineering is currently seeking a Commissioning Engineer to work alongside other talented engineers dedicated to engineering excellence on a wide range of projects involving mechanical, electrical, and automation systems for complex facilities including hospitals, laboratories, and universities. The ideal candidate shall possess and be comfortable with collaboration with other disciplines and team members assigned to their projects as well as continued learning to ensure the best engineering solutions are provided. Be self-motivated and proactive on projects with limited supervision. Critical thinking and clear communication are paramount. Experience with straightforward and productive communication with contractors and owners is required. The McClure team takes pride in the depth and breadth of knowledge on its bench and believes engineering excellence is driven by the fundamentals of math and science along with the intuition about all things mechanical/electrical.

• Complete all aspects of commissioning of mechanical systems including hydronic systems, air distribution systems, and building automation system
• Perform all aspects of commissioning of electrical systems including emergency power and lighting control systems
• Carry out commissioning design reviews
• Create commissioning forms, specifications, and plans
• Successfully interpret contract documents (i.e., drawings and specifications)
• Understand MEP building systems and controls sequences of operation
• Develop, execute, and document pre-functional, functional, and integrated systems test procedures
• Track and report commissioning issues throughout the project
• Build and assemble final commissioning reports
• Operate safely in a construction atmosphere performing commissioning operations
• Function as lead on commissioning projects
• Be responsible for commissioning communications and updates
• Conduct project management oversight including schedule review, budget controls and documentation
• Must work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and night work
• Must be available for out-of-town travel for a few days at a time
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Must have a Valid Driver's License with clean driving record
• Must stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, carry and/or climb ladders of varying heights while performing field work associated with this position

Requirements

• B.S.E.E. or B.S.M.E. from an accredited university
• 5+ years of direct commissioning or related experience in a variety of facility systems and subsystems including controls, mechanical, electrical, life safety, and building envelope systems
• Understanding of ASHRAE and other commissioning industry standards; Active Member (participant) of ASHRAE or other industry organization preferred
• Understanding of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) process for New Construction and Existing Buildings, LEED Accredited Professional is preferred
• Background in operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment and control systems.
• Experience with analytics software, including SkySpark, preferred
• Demonstrates strong communication, supervisory, and organizational skills by effectively collaborating with clients, customers, contractors and peers on technical and project-related matters, and contributing as a valuable member of multidisciplinary teams
• Strong computer skills including operation of automation systems (JCI, ALC, Trane, EcoStructure, Siemens, etc), proficiency within the MS Office suite, and comfortability in learning new applications with minimal instruction
• Familiarity and experience with test equipment including temperature measurement, pressure measurement, flowmeters, IR cameras, data loggers, electrical multimeters, and other related tools

• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees — no payroll deductions for employee coverage.
• Dependents, including spouses, children, stepchildren, and domestic partners, may be added at an additional cost.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a $1,300 annual employer contribution.
• Company-Paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 3% Safe Harbor employer contribution.
• Employee Ownership Opportunity— become an owner of the company you help build.
• Company-Paid Identity Theft Protection.
• Free Employer-Sponsored Therapy Services and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement of up to $300.
• Paid Parking at our convenient downtown location—perfect for Cardinals and Blues fans.
• On-Site Fitness Center, plus showers and lockers.
• On-Site Golf Simulator
• Generous Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and a floating holiday.
• Paid Parental Leave with flexible scheduling options to support your family's needs.
• Adoption Assistance of up to $1000
• Continuing Education, professional development, and professional membership support.
• Flexible Scheduling & Hybrid Work Options, including the ability to work remotely one day per week.

At McClure, we invest in your health, well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance—because our people are our greatest asset.

McClure Engineering is an "Employer of Choice" repeatedly named one of St. Louis' Top Workplaces and Healthiest Employers!

McClure Engineering values diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.