Mechanical and Process Systems Commissioning Engineer

Socket.dev; Town of Malta (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability

Training and Education Assistance

401k Retirement Plan

Extra Annual Leave

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Recognition Rewards

Job summary

LotusWorks is seeking a Mechanical and Process Commissioning Engineer to join our team at a state-of-the-art facility in Malta, New York. You will administer the client’s commissioning program, drive the transition of complex piping systems from construction to operation, and manage multi-discipline vendor startups with hands-on testing and thorough handover to operations.

Responsibilities include writing commissioning plans, leading cause-and-effect testing, validating safety interlocks,

Qualifications

• Time served mechanical trades experience or degree in Mechanical Engineering/Facilities Engineering.
• Proof of education, licenses, and certifications will be required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning (energization, startup, and testing).
• Develop and execute the Master Commissioning Plan.
• Establish and track KPIs.
• Administer prerequisite tracking to ensure safety, quality and docs are complete before energization.
• Write and execute Functional Acceptance Testing from design OPS and PFDs.
• Lead Cause and Effect testing with automation & controls integrator to validate control loops and safety interlocks.
• Review critical equipment reports and validate performance curves.
• Audit and sign off on TAB reports for hydronic and air systems.
• Coordinate and witness vendor startups for plant equipment ensuring safety compliance.
• Trend SCADA data for troubleshooting and performance analysis.
• Lead construction team for client operations turnover.
• Document and track post-turnover warranty claims.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

MS Office

Education

Mechanical Engineering/Facilities Engineering degree

Mechanical trades experience

Job description

LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Centre sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach.

As a Mechanical and Process Commissioning Engineer working with the LotusWorks team, you will join our client site in the Semiconductor sector. This job is based in a state-of-the-art global facility in Malta, New York.

You will be responsible for administering the client’s commissioning program, driving the systematic transition of complex mechanical and process piping systems from construction completion to operational readiness. This role requires a hands-on engineer with a proven track record of understanding intricate system dynamics, managing multi-discipline vendor startups, executing detailed cause-and-effect controls testing, and ensuring a flawless handover to the client's operations team

This role ensures that complex mechanical and process infrastructure—Waste Water Treatment, High Purity Chemical Delivery, Chemical Bulk Storage and Delivery systems, Bulk and Specialty Gas Delivery systems, Make up AHU's, Exhaust (Acid, Solvent) systems, Process Cooling Water systems—is verified

Responsibilities:

• Lead the execution of Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning (energization, startup, and testing).
• Develop and execute the Master Commissioning Plan.
• Establish and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Administer a rigorous prerequisite tracking system to ensure all necessary quality, safety, and construction documentation are complete before a system or asset is energized.
• Write and execute Functional Acceptance Testing derived directly from the design sequence of operations and process flow diagrams.
• Lead extensive "Cause and Effect" testing alongside automation & controls integrator to validate that control loops, safety interlocks, and emergency shutdowns function perfectly, Lead/Standby, PID loop efficiency, dynamically stage loading (pumps, chillers, fans, heat exchangers) with system demand.
• Review and validate critical equipment reports, including pump shaft alignment records, vibration analysis data, and fan/pump performance curves.
• Audit and sign off on Test and Balance (TAB) reports to verify hydronic and air systems meet engineered flow rates and pressure cascades.
• Coordinate and witness vendor-led startups for specialized plant equipment (chillers, boilers, UHP gas/chemical skids, scrubbers) ensuring adherence to manufacturer protocols and safety requirements.
• Trend and analyze system and equipment operation from SCADA historical trends of process variables and control values and conditions for troubleshooting purposes.
• Lead the effort for the construction team for client operations turn over.
• Document and track post turn over warranty claims during the warranty period.
• Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role.

Skills Required:

• An ability to work proactively as a member of a team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Education / Licenses / Certifications

• The successful candidate will have time served mechanical trades experience or degree in Mechanical Engineering/Facilities Engineering.
• Proof of education, licenses, and certifications will be required where applicable

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Training and Education Assistance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Extra Annual Leave with Years of Service
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Recognition Rewards

Salary Range: $80000 - $100000 with flexibility depending on experience.

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The salary range shown reflects the minimum and maximum salary the company may offer for this position. The final rate will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications.

$80,000 — $100,000 USD

LotusWorks is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.