Commissioning Engineer II

Affiliated Engineers, Inc; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. in Chapel Hill is seeking a Commissioning Engineer II to support energy-efficient building solutions.

You will develop and coordinate system test procedures, conduct field observations, train users, and contribute to project delivery and documentation. The ideal candidate has a mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering background, a solid understanding of building systems, and FE/PE eligibility, with strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering from an accredited program.
• General understanding of building systems across disciplines and knowledge in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or controls.
• Familiarity with design codes, standards, and specifications and ability to interpret them.
• Foundational knowledge of commissioning processes and delivery.
• Proficiency with engineering calculations and CAD/BIM tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate system test procedures for project commissioning.
• Organize user training sessions and conduct functional performance tests.
• Conduct field observations and participate in progress meetings.
• Assist in document control and project administration.

Skills

Building systems knowledge

Commissioning methods

Project coordination

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety training understanding

Analytical thinking

FE/PE eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering from an accredited program

Tools

CAD/BIM software

Testing equipment handling

Job description

As a Commissioning Engineer II in our Chapel Hill 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.

Here’s 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 II:

• 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.
• Understanding of applicable design codes, design standards and specification requirements, and ability to interpret them.
• Fundamental knowledge of commissioning processes and commissioning process delivery.
• Proficient in computer operation for engineering calculation programs and ability to learn computer-aided drafting/BIM software for the purpose accessing and interpreting design requirements.
• Commissioning certification with a nationally recognized professional body.
• Valid driver’s license and state required vehicle insurance.

Effective skills to help you flourish:

• Experience in combining personal judgment with a wide variety of data and information to perform and evaluate system calculations and design options.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, including carrying out appropriate follow-through with others, delegating work, and giving and receiving constructive feedback. Communicates well with individuals at all levels in the organization and project partners.
• Ability to anticipate project work, and to delegate and balance work for others.
• Ability to access and interpret all types of design and contract instruments including BIM models.
• Ability to apply safety training to specific construction situations and avoid unsafe work environments.
• Experienced in understanding and safely use test and measurement equipment and common tools.
• Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam (FE) or the ability to obtain the Professional Engineering license (PE) in one or more states.
• 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.