Commissioning Project Engineer

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Comprehensive medical, dental, and/or.

Paid parental leave

Generous paid time off

Daily pay access to earned wages

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Commissioning Project Engineer to lead commissioning efforts for technical building projects. This role focuses on testing, documenting, and delivering systems ready for handoff while coordinating with internal teams, consultants, and contractors.

The successful candidate will perform hands-on fieldwork, develop commissioning plans, review drawings, conduct functional tests, and manage schedules and issues to keep projects on track.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in engineering or equivalent; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of mechanical or electrical engineering experience, particularly in field testing.
• Proficient in using mechanical testing equipment and analyzing test results.
• Strong data management and organizational skills for multiple project coordination.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; proficiency in MS Office.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically, with potential for international travel.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and execute all aspects of commissioning projects with a focus on technical excellence.
• Liaise with internal teams, consultants, and contractors to lead cross-functional project teams.
• Develop comprehensive commissioning plans and specifications while managing project schedules.
• Conduct field-based commissioning activities, including site visits and functional testing.
• Review design drawings and specifications, as well as shop drawings.
• Chair commissioning meetings and utilize calibrated testing equipment during processes.
• Track and resolve project issues using an issues log and execute seasonal tests.

Skills

Engineering experience

Field testing

Communication skills

Data management

Project coordination

Mechanical testing

Education

Technical degree in engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Testing equipment

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Commissioning Project Engineer to join the team of a leader in the Real Estate & Construction space. This role will guide commissioning efforts for technical building projects, ensuring systems are tested, documented, and ready for successful handoff. You will partner closely with internal teams, consultants, and contractors to keep projects on schedule and maintain quality throughout the commissioning process. The position also requires hands‑on field work, strong coordination across multiple stakeholders, and clear communication to resolve issues and support project delivery.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $100,000 – $120,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Monitor and execute all aspects of commissioning projects with a focus on technical excellence
• Liaise with internal teams, consultants, and contractors to lead cross-functional project teams
• Develop comprehensive commissioning plans and specifications while managing project schedules
• Conduct field-based commissioning activities, including site visits and functional testing
• Review design drawings and specifications, as well as shop drawings
• Chair commissioning meetings and utilize calibrated testing equipment during processes
• Track and resolve project issues using an issues log and execute seasonal tests

Qualifications

• Technical degree in engineering or equivalent required; advanced degree preferred
• Minimum 2 years of mechanical or electrical engineering experience, particularly in field testing
• Proficient in using mechanical testing equipment and analyzing test results
• Strong data management and organizational skills for multiple project coordination
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in MS Office
• Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically, with potential for international travel

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching contributions
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Early access to earned wages through daily pay

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.