CSU Commissioning Manager

Airswift; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift seeks CSU Commissioning Managers for Chandler, Arizona to lead planning, coordination, execution, and turnover of commissioning and startup activities. The role ensures facility systems are safely brought online and fully operational, coordinating with engineering, construction, and operations teams.

Ideal candidates have extensive leadership experience in semiconductor or high-tech facilities, strong communication, and a proven track record in system completion, startup planning, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering or related field required.
• 15+ years in engineering or 20+ years in high-tech construction/commissioning.
• Experience leading commissioning on semiconductor or advanced manufacturing projects.
• Background in startup planning and turnover management.

Responsibilities

• Develop commissioning execution plans and turnover processes.
• Coordinate with controls, construction and operations to align schedules.
• Lead system commissioning, startup activities, and testing.
• Manage turnover documentation and handover to operations.
• Interface with clients and project leadership on status and risks.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical trouble shooting

Scheduling & coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

System completion software

Commissioning management tools

Project controls processes

Job description

Our client is seeking CSU Commissioning Managers to support large-scale semiconductor and advanced technology project in Chandler, Arizona. This role will lead the planning, coordination, execution, and turnover of commissioning and start-up activities, ensuring facility systems and infrastructure are safely brought online and fully operational.

Job Responsibilities:

• Commissioning Strategy & Planning: Develop commissioning execution plans, startup strategies, and system turnover processes.
• Define commissioning scope and integrate activities into overall project execution plans.
• Establish phased turnover and cleanroom readiness plans to support tool installation.
• Scheduling & Project Integration: Coordinate with project controls and construction teams to align commissioning activities with project schedules.
• Identify and manage commissioning system dependencies and startup sequencing.
• Track readiness milestones and turnover gates to support project completion objectives.
• Commissioning Execution & Start-Up: Lead system commissioning, startup, and performance testing activities.
• Oversee development and execution of commissioning procedures, test plans, and validation protocols.
• Troubleshoot system deficiencies and drive resolution through startup and operational readiness phases.
• Stakeholder Coordination : Interface directly with clients, engineering, construction, and operations teams.
• Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to project leadership.
• Ensure alignment on commissioning objectives, acceptance criteria, and turnover requirements.
• System Turnover & Operational Readiness: Drive system completion, turnover documentation, and handover to operations.
• Support manufacturing readiness and integration of process tools.
• Assist with facility ramp-up and stabilization efforts.
• Continuous Improvement & Reporting: Complete system scoping activities and support development of RASCI matrices.
• Review commissioning metrics, performance data, and project trackers.
• Identify trends and implement improvements to commissioning processes and project execution.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

• Minimum 15 years of engineering experience or 20 years of experience in high-tech construction, mission-critical facilities, or commissioning environments.
• Experience leading commissioning activities on semiconductor or advanced manufacturing projects.
• Background in system completion, startup planning, and turnover management.
• Experience working within large EPC project environments.

Required Skills: Strong leadership experience managing commissioning and startup teams.

• Deep understanding of semiconductor fab systems, including HVAC, process utilities, electrical, controls, and cleanroom environments.
• Knowledge of commissioning methodologies, startup planning, and integrated scheduling.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.

Other Qualifications: Knowledge of semiconductor industry commissioning standards and best practices.

• Familiarity with ASHRAE guidelines and industry standards.
• Experience with system completion software, commissioning management tools, and project controls processes.
• Leadership experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams.
• Understanding of cleanroom operations and facility operational readiness requirements.

Work Environment: Project-based role supporting semiconductor and advanced technology facilities.

• Combination of office, field, construction, and cleanroom environments.
• Part-time telework available in accordance with company policy.
• Travel may be required based on project needs.
• PPE required when working in active construction and operational areas.

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to our clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with the unique needs of our clients. With over 800 employees and 6,000 contractors operating in over 50 countries, our geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry and the level of experience, exposure and expertise that the organization has is unparalleled.