Mechanical Commissioning Agent - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Competitive salary

Job summary

Procon is seeking a Mechanical Commissioning Agent (CxA) to lead commissioning from design through construction and the warranty phase for government, military, K-12/higher education, and commercial facilities. Expect travel across the U.S.

to support diverse projects and ensure optimal building performance. The role emphasizes mechanical systems, BAS/SCADA expertise, and experience with commissioning from early design through occupancy, with opportunities for professional licensure under PE

Qualifications

• BS in mechanical engineering or ABET-accredited program is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure desirable; EIT/PE path encouraged.
• CxA certification desirable and knowledge of commissioning processes is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building automation systems (BAS) and SCADA required.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% across the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning meetings and coordinate design, construction, and controls activities.
• Develop and execute pre-functional checklists and functional performance tests.
• Perform site observations and document findings in field reports.
• Review equipment startup and testing reports; track issue resolutions.
• Mentor project teams and ensure compliance with ASHRAE Guideline 0 and Procon processes.

Skills

BS in mechanical engineering or ABET‑(

Education

BS in mechanical engineering or ABET‑accredited program

Tools

BAS/SCADA experience

Job description

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering high‑impact projects across the U.S. and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for five consecutive years, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and virtual intelligence—and offer an excellent platform to grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment.

Procon now seeks an Mechanical Commissioning Agent (CxA) to provide project support across multiple sectors, including government, military, K-12/higher education, and commercial facilities. This candidate will play a critical role in ensuring optimal building performance by leading commissioning efforts from early design through construction and the warranty phase. This position requires strong expertise in mechanical systems, building automation, and controls (BAS, SCADA). The ideal candidate should have experience working on diverse projects and be willing to travel throughout the U.S.

This is the last job you'll have. Work with an excellent team of engineers with a variety of disciplines, skill, and experience. Procon is an engineering firm, so if you don't have your FE and or PE and are working on it, we can provide you with the supervised experience that you need to move forward. The engineer's responsibilities will vary from performing commissioning work to design reviews, facility assessments, energy audits, and so on. We value an engineer with a well-rounded career and are looking for someone who will be a good addition to our group and at the same time be able to work completely independently with a minimum of supervision.

This position does not offer employment visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Requirements

• The candidate must have (a) a BS in mechanical engineering or similar - preferably from a school with an ABET accredited 4-year program OR (b) 5 years experience in commissioning or 10 years in HVAC design
• US Citizenship is required.
• A PE license or ability to be licensed is desirable, as is CxA certification.
• In-depth Building Automation System experience is a definite plus.
• Most work will be in the DC/MD/NoVA area, however, depending on the project mix, up to 25% travel may be required
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of building automation systems (BAS), SCADA, and controls
• Must reside within the Washington, DC Metropolitan (DMV) area. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Candidates are responsible for their own transportation to and from project sites throughout the DMV area. Mileage reimbursement is not provided for routine travel between home and local project sites.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification is preferred; candidates pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) licensure are encouraged to apply.
• Opportunity to work under the supervision of a licensed Professional Engineer (PE), with qualifying experience counting toward PE licensure requirements

Responsibilities And Duties

• Commissioning Leadership: Conduct and lead commissioning meetings (design, construction, controls coordination) and document key discussions
• Develop and execute Pre-Functional Checklists and Functional Performance Tests
• Perform site observations, witness system startups, and document findings in field reports
• Coordinate and review equipment startup and testing reports
• Issue Resolution: Track and facilitate the resolution of commissioning issues
• Collaboration with O&M Teams: Educate Operations & Maintenance personnel on system functionality and performance expectations
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed records of commissioning processes, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
• Lead and manage mechanical commissioning projects through the entire commissioning lifecycle, from pre-design and design through construction, occupancy, and warranty, in accordance with ASHRAE Guideline 0, client requirements, and Procon commissioning processes.
• Develop and maintain commissioning plans, schedules, checklists, and documentation to ensure successful project execution.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and project stakeholders throughout all phases of the commissioning process.
• Serve as a Mechanical Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME), performing mechanical and plumbing design reviews and construction submittal reviews.
• Evaluate mechanical and plumbing systems, identify issues or risks, and provide technical recommendations to support project success.
• Support commissioning activities including functional performance testing, issue resolution, deficiency tracking, and final project closeout documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to project teams while ensuring compliance with industry standards, client expectations, and quality requirements

Physical Requirements

• Walking and standing for extended periods while performing site observations and inspections
• Navigating active construction areas, including stairs, uneven surfaces, temporary walkways, and varying elevations
• Occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing as necessary to observe construction activities
• Accessing mechanical, electrical, utility, process, and other construction areas as required
• Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all applicable site safety requirements
• Working in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to typical construction‑site conditions, including noise, dust, weather, and temperature fluctuations
• Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds

Benefits

Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) plan with employer match.

Procon is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. As a critical part of our culture of respect, we strictly prohibit any discrimination or harassment based on gender, age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, ancestry, pregnancy, national origin, and any other status protected by law.

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.