Commissioning Engineer – Onsite Startups & Handover

PCL; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership opportunities

Annual discretionary performance bonus

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Prescription drug coverage

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Paid parental leave

HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent &

Mental health and wellness support

Career growth pathways

Access to world-class training through

Mentorship programs

Job summary

PCL Construction, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Commissioning Engineer to lead startup and commissioning activities across projects in the West Coast.

You will coordinate system testing, documentation, and handover, working with project teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence. The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering or equivalent hands-on experience, 3+ years in startup/commissioning, and travel to active job sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Control Systems Engineering, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 3+ years of startup and commissioning of industrial or water/wastewater systems.
• Strong knowledge of Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) and Systems Integration.
• Proficiency in project planning and scheduling, including lookahead tools and commissioning tracking systems.
• Solid understanding of construction processes, project coordination, and risk management.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with commissioning software tools and reporting platforms.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform on-site startup and commissioning activities for assigned systems and subsystems.
• Develop, maintain, and update the commissioning schedule and rolling lookahead plan to align with project milestones and resource priorities.
• Review and control component and system test documentation, ensuring compliance with design intent and contract requirements.
• Provide technical support during installation, startup, and functional testing phases, identifying and resolving issues in real time.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, and operations teams to ensure commissioning readiness and system handover.
• Track progress and proactively communicate schedule impacts, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Ensure all required documentation, test forms, and turnover packages are completed accurately and submitted on time.
• Support the Commissioning Manager in maintaining project status reporting and stakeholder coordination.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and collaboration on site.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent & collaborative working

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Control Systems Engineering

Tools

Instrumentation & Controls (I&C)

Systems Integration

Commissioning software tools

Job description

PCL Construction, Inc. in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Commissioning Engineer to lead startup and commissioning activities across projects in the West Coast.

You will coordinate system testing, documentation, and handover, working with project teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence. The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering or equivalent hands-on experience, 3+ years in startup/commissioning, and travel to active job sites.