Commissioning Engineer I

Affiliated Engineers, Inc.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, and retirement

Performance-based year-end bonus

Flexible work environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Commissioning Engineer I in our Madison office to help deliver energy‑efficient building solutions and environmental improvements. You will participate in system testing, training, and field observations while collaborating with cross‑discipline teams to meet project goals.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and client-focused outcomes and offers growth through mentorship and exposure to major healthcare, science, and energy projects across sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering from an accredited program.
• General understanding of building systems and fundamental knowledge in HVAC, plumbing/piping, electrical, lighting, instrumentation and controls, or building envelope systems.
• Knowledge of codes, guidelines and standards related to commissioning, design and construction.
• Experience in computer operation for engineering calculation programs and ability to learn CAD/BIM software for accessing and interpreting design requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and state required vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Developing and coordinating system test procedures.
• Organizing user training sessions.
• Administering functional performance tests.
• Conducting field observations.
• Attending progress meetings.
• Assisting in document control.

Skills

FE exam

Commissioning certification

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering

Job description

Join a Team Where Engineering Excellence Drives Opportunity

At Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI), we bring together expertise and innovation to solve the most complex challenges. Since 1978, we’ve supported mission-driven organizations in designing systems and environments that advance society and improve lives. Today, with more than 1000 professionals across 23 offices, we help shape the future of healthcare, science and technology, energy, education, and other vital sectors. From elevating patient care in Mayo Clinic’s world‑class hospitals to enabling discovery in high‑containment laboratories for U.S. agencies and driving environmental progress with Microsoft’s renowned Thermal Energy Center, our work enriches the human experience, safeguards the environment, and pushes the boundaries of possibility. AEI consistently earns national recognition from leading industry publications, including Building Design+Construction, Engineering News-Record, and Consulting-Specifying Engineer, with distinctions such as being named the #1 Laboratory Engineering Firm in the nation and receiving multiple Best of the Best Project awards, underscoring the lasting legacy of our work. At AEI, you’ll join a collaborative community where your expertise fuels innovation, your ideas drive progress, and your work helps shape a brighter future. As a Commissioning Engineer I in our Madison 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.

Why We Need You

In this role, you will carry out activities related to project construction and contract administration including developing and coordinating system test procedures, organizing user training sessions, administering functional performance tests, conducting field observations, attending progress meetings, and assisting in document control.

Expertise Of Our Most Successful Commissioning Engineer I

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering (or another engineering discipline) from an accredited program.
• General understanding of building systems across disciplines and fundamental knowledge in at least one discipline such as HVAC, plumbing/piping, electrical, lighting, instrumentation and controls, or building envelope systems.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret codes, guidelines and standards related to commissioning, design and construction.
• Experience in computer operation for engineering calculation programs and ability to learn 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

• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE).
• 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.
• 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.

When You Work Here, You Can Expect

• A flexible, collaborative environment where your well‑being matters—because your best work happens when you’re supported.
• Real opportunities to grow—through mentorship, professional development programs, and exposure to high‑impact projects across disciplines.
• To collaborate with inspiring teammates who challenge the status quo, foster innovation, and pave the way for future leaders.
• A benefits package that offers health, dental, vision, and retirement, a performance‑based year‑end bonus, and thoughtful perks tailored to your needs—whether that’s a flexible work environment, wellness resources, or community‑focused initiatives, we’ll continue to invest.

AEI is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.