Commissioning Technician

HDR, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Wichita, KS is seeking a Commissioning Technician to verify systems are designed, installed, tested and operable to meet owner's needs. You will work with project teams to ensure commissioning aligns with safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates have at least 4 years in mechanical/electrical/controls, a strong HVAC background, and the ability to travel to site locations. HDR values inclusion and employee-owners contributing to impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading commissioning from design through project completion.
• Strong HVAC, electrical, and controls knowledge.
• Ability to troubleshoot and document findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning efforts from design through project completion.
• Coordinate with client and contractors to schedule activities.
• Prepare functional performance tests and training plans.
• Produce clear commissioning reports and close-out documentation.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Controls background

Report writing

MS Office proficiency

Travel willingness

Education

Engineering degree

CxA Certification

EIT

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: 'https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it's about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, you'll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

Commissioning Technician

In the role of Commissioning Technician, we'll count on you to:

• Verify systems are designed, installed, functionally tested and capable of being operated and maintained according to the owner's operational needs
• Adhere to project activity budgets, budgeted man-hours and execute commissioning services
• Follow and exemplify site safety procedures
• Coordinate with the client and assist the contractors in scheduling the commissioning activities: plans, pre-functional checklists, functional performance tests, training plans, O&M, record document and shop drawing reviews and opposed season testing
• Assist commissioning leaders with various commissioning activities
• Be the main contact between the client and HDR and direct and manage all
• Commissioning activities on the project
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering degree
• EIT, CxA Certification, or Equivalent
• A strong controls background is highly desirable

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years of industry experience dealing with mechanical, electrical and controls disciplines
• Proven ability to lead commissioning efforts from design through project completion
• Should have a passion for sustainability and knowledge of the commissioning process and experience with design, installation and operation of building systems (including but not limited to: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and controls)
• Must be willing to travel to site-based locations as reasonably based on HDR needs
• Must have demonstrated ability to troubleshoot HVAC, TAB, and Controls and have excellent report writing skills
• Must have a solid understanding of operational requirements, safety requirements, code inspections and maintenance considerations
• Strong written, verbal communication and time management skills; exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to interact with people at all levels
• Technical knowledge of MEP systems and HVAC expertise
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Multitasking ability
• Valid driver's license
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Key Details

• Primary Location: United States-Kansas-Wichita
• Industry: Construction, Project Controls & Design/Build
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• BusinessClass: Building Commissioning
• Job Posting: Sep 22, 2026