Field Commissioning Engineer: Systems & Project Delivery

FST Technical Services; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FST Technical Services is seeking a Commissioning Project Engineer to drive commissioning activities from concept to completion across multiple project sites in the United States. The role blends fieldwork, technical problem-solving, and hands-on project coordination with a focus on delivering validated building systems performance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction, maintenance, or controls (or 1+ year in commissioning), experience with integrated building systems, and strong

Qualifications

• Degree in HVACR, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent hands-on experience.
• 5+ years in construction, maintenance, or controls (or 1+ year in commissioning).
• Experience with integrated building systems (HVAC, BAS, electrical distribution, fire alarm, etc.).
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and digital project/documentation tools.
• Full driver’s licence and willingness to travel regularly between project sites.
• Proven ability to solve problems independently and collaborate within a team.
• Confident communication skills, including reporting and presenting.
• Comfortable working in field environments (lifting, climbing, varying conditions).

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute commissioning activities including installation verification, functional testing, and system validation.
• Travel regularly to multiple project sites to gain exposure to diverse systems.
• Produce clear, professional field reports, test documentation, and commissioning records.
• Review design drawings, specifications, and submittals to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Participate in and lead commissioning meetings, driving progress and accountability.
• Partner with construction teams to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and coordination for successful delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

Skills

Problem solving

Field testing

Client communication

Microsoft Office

Education

HVACR/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

BIM

Job description

FST Technical Services is seeking a Commissioning Project Engineer to drive commissioning activities from concept to completion across multiple project sites in the United States. The role blends fieldwork, technical problem-solving, and hands-on project coordination with a focus on delivering validated building systems performance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in construction, maintenance, or controls (or 1+ year in commissioning), experience with integrated building systems, and strong