CxA Commissioning Engineer - MEP & Controls, Honolulu

MacDonald-Bedford LLC; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MacDonald-Bedford LLC in Honolulu, HI is seeking a Commissioning Engineer/ Specialist/ CxA to support federal and infrastructure projects, delivering commissioning across MEP, building controls, and life-safety systems to ensure operational readiness before turnover. The role requires travel, strong problem solving, drawing interpretation, and collaboration with architects and engineers.

Candidates should have a BS in engineering, 3+ years in commissioning, and knowledge of BAS/BMS, LEED, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in commissioning, field engineering, or systems testing.
• Strong working knowledge of MEP systems, building controls (BAS/BMS), and life safety systems.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE commissioning guidelines, NEBB, ACG, LEED, or equivalent standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and construction specifications.
• Excellent problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and work onsite during key commissioning phases.
• Citizenship of the United States.
• Experience in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM platforms, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, structural systems, and code compliance.
• Experience in MEP integration, civil works, runway / airfield / paving / lighting and fuel systems.
• Knowledge of LEED standards, ADA accessibility, and sustainable design principles.
• Ability to coordinate complex multidisciplinary design efforts from concept through construction.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction management services (CMS) for pre-construction award functions, QA and contract administration.
• Develop and implement commissioning plans, test procedures, and functional checklists per project specs and standards.
• Lead and/or support on-site commissioning across MEP systems including HVAC and life safety.
• Perform functional testing and integration testing of multiple systems.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure systems meet readiness goals prior to occupancy.
• Document activities through test reports, punch lists, logs, and final reports.
• Provide training and handover to facility operations staff.
• Prepare and review drawings, documents, and specifications.

Skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Reading construction drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

MacDonald-Bedford LLC in Honolulu, HI is seeking a Commissioning Engineer/ Specialist/ CxA to support federal and infrastructure projects, delivering commissioning across MEP, building controls, and life-safety systems to ensure operational readiness before turnover. The role requires travel, strong problem solving, drawing interpretation, and collaboration with architects and engineers.

Candidates should have a BS in engineering, 3+ years in commissioning, and knowledge of BAS/BMS, LEED, and