Commissioning Specialist

Jacobs; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,500 - 193,300; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a seasoned commissioning professional to support our Advisory Solutions group's energy projects. You will participate in onsite and office activities to ensure quality and performance across mechanical, electrical, and building systems.

You will lead commissioning activities, perform testing, start-up, and coordination with clients and contractors. A strong background in design/construction management and knowledge of building codes is required, along with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in commissioning, design or construction management with a focus on mechanical, electrical, plumbing or building envelope systems.
• Working knowledge of building code requirements.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Participate in onsite and office activities to support commissioning and energy projects.
• Lead and perform all commissioning-related activities, including testing (QA/QC, functional performance) and equipment and systems start-up.
• Ensure a safe and functional environment that meets design requirements and stakeholder expectations.
• Work on projects involving new construction, renovations, existing building commissioning, and asset management.
• Collaborate directly with clients, project stakeholders, and contractors to achieve operational performance and efficiency goals.
• Participate in energy projects such as audits, efficiency studies, and renewable energy development.

Skills

Commissioning experience

Building code knowledge

Travel up to 50%

U.S. Citizenship

MEP systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Overview

We challenge what is currently accepted so we can shape innovative solutions for tomorrow. In this role you will work on commissioning and energy projects with the Commissioning practice within the Advisory Solutions group, based in San Francisco, CA.

Responsibilities

• Participate in onsite and office activities to support commissioning and energy projects.
• Lead and perform all commissioning‑related activities, including testing (QA/QC, functional performance) and equipment and systems start‑up.
• Ensure a safe and functional environment that meets design requirements and stakeholder expectations.
• Work on projects involving new construction, renovations, existing building commissioning, and asset management.
• Collaborate directly with clients, project stakeholders, and contractors to achieve operational performance and efficiency goals.
• Participate in energy projects such as audits, efficiency studies, and renewable energy development.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Required: At least 5 years of experience in commissioning, design or construction management with a focus on mechanical, electrical, plumbing or building envelope systems.
• Required: Working knowledge of building code requirements.
• Required: U.S. Citizenship.
• Required: Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Ideally: Knowledge of mechanical, electrical or building envelope systems.
• Ideally: Understanding of the construction process.
• Ideally: Experience in mission critical/data center construction and/or operation.
• Ideally: Industry recognized commissioning certification.
• Ideally: Professional Engineer licensure or Engineer‑In‑Training certification.
• Ideally: Industry recognized energy management certification.
• Ideally: Current or past security clearance.
• Ideally: LEED or other sustainability certification.

Benefits

Health and welfare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan and can purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may also be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. Base salary range: $110,500 to $193,300, determined by location, experience, and qualifications.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.