Lead Commissioning Engineer for Complex Mechanical Systems

Thomas Young Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Thomas Young Group is seeking a commissioning professional to lead the planning, execution, and reporting for large mechanical projects in Dallas, TX. You’ll define scopes, prepare fee estimates, and coordinate tests with project teams to deliver on-time results.

You’ll apply your expertise across mechanical and electrical systems, LEED considerations, and industry standards, while mentoring teams and driving continuous improvement in commissioning processes.

Qualifications

• 1-15 years of experience designing, operating, or commissioning complex mechanical systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or sciences or equivalent technical training.
• Credentials such as BCxP, CxA, CBCP, CEM, or LEED AP preferred.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth through seminars or programs.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, testing and commissioning processes, codes and standards.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate on larger projects.
• Familiarity with LEED processes and project-specific LEED goals.
• Proficiency with commissioning documents and tools, including Facility Grid.

Responsibilities

• Define commissioning scopes and prepare fee estimates for large projects.
• Develop preliminary commissioning plans and pre-functional checklists.
• Create functional test procedures (FTPs) and coordinate their execution with project teams.
• Schedule and support commissioning events, attending regular project meetings.
• Witness testing, create punchlists, and help close out client issues.
• Track project budgets and advise management on scope changes.
• Compile and issue final commissioning reports.
• Contribute to department standards and support client relations and business development.
• Handle ad-hoc projects as needed.

Skills

Commissioning planning

Test procedures

Budget tracking

Project coordination

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or sciences

Tools

Facility Grid

Job description

The Thomas Young Group is seeking a commissioning professional to lead the planning, execution, and reporting for large mechanical projects in Dallas, TX. You’ll define scopes, prepare fee estimates, and coordinate tests with project teams to deliver on-time results.

You’ll apply your expertise across mechanical and electrical systems, LEED considerations, and industry standards, while mentoring teams and driving continuous improvement in commissioning processes.