Lead Commissioning Engineer – HVAC & Building Systems

Cushing Terrell; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 84,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushing Terrell is seeking a Certified Commissioning Agent to lead HVAC commissioning projects across healthcare, commercial, retail, and education sectors from design review through owner turnover.

You will travel up to 50% onsite in Boise, Idaho, mentor technicians, execute functional performance testing, and deliver clear, data-driven reports to owners and project teams as problems are resolved.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience commissioning HVAC, refrigeration, or other electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of HVAC and refrigeration system components and controls.
• Comfortable onsite with up to 50% overnight travel.
• Ability to perform design reviews and read construction docs and specs.
• Strong technical writing and client communication skills.
• Certified CCP / CxA / BCxP certifications preferred.
• Proficient with MS Excel, Word, Outlook; Bluebeam or PDF tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning efforts for HVAC, refrigeration, and related mechanical systems from design review through owner turnover.
• Perform design reviews and review shop drawings to confirm alignment with Owner's Project Requirements and Basis of Design.
• Review commissioning documentation and field reports, verifying accuracy before final sign-off.
• Execute and document functional performance testing using data loggers and tools to verify sequences and performance.
• Consult with owners, designers, and contractors to resolve issues and confirm project requirements.
• Communicate findings through clear, data-driven reports for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Mentor commissioning technicians and contribute to quality standards and best-practice checklists.
• Deliver final commissioning reports and represent Cushing Terrell in project meetings.

Skills

HVAC commissioning

HVAC components

Onsite work

Design reviews

Technical writing

CCP/CxA/BCxP

MS Office / Bluebeam

Education

Bachelors in mechanical engineering

Tools

BACnet / Modbus

Job description

Cushing Terrell is seeking a Certified Commissioning Agent to lead HVAC commissioning projects across healthcare, commercial, retail, and education sectors from design review through owner turnover.

You will travel up to 50% onsite in Boise, Idaho, mentor technicians, execute functional performance testing, and deliver clear, data-driven reports to owners and project teams as problems are resolved.