MEP Commissioning Engineer

SOCOTEC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC is seeking an experienced building commissioning engineer for NYC. The candidate will manage MEP commissioning, RCx, and M&V projects, coordinating with design teams and clients to ensure high-performance building operation.

Preferred candidates have 5–8 years in construction, inspection, or design of MEP systems, commissioning certification, and familiarity with NYC codes. This role emphasizes energy efficiency and rigorous field oversight.

Qualifications

• Minimum degree requirement: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 5 years of experience in construction, inspection, and/or design of MEP systems.
• Commissioning certification and LEED accreditation are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables with junior engineers.
• Coordinate with design and construction teams, clients, and staff.
• Execute Cx, RCx, M&V, and inspection services for MEP systems.
• Prepare Cx documents such as Prefunctional Checklists and Functional Performance Tests for field use.
• Prepare CFR+O&M plans, Systems Manuals, OCx plans, and Cx Summary Reports.
• Review OPR and BOD.
• Review design documents to preserve energy efficiency.
• Conduct field visits to observe installation progress and quality.
• Witness and direct FPTs of MEP equipment on site.
• Collect data for energy conservation analysis.
• Prepare field reports and related documentation.

Skills

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Schedule management

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering

5 years MEP commissioning experience

Commissioning certification

LEED accreditation

Tools

BlueRithm

CxAlloy

Bluebeam

Procore

Building Management Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

Description Du Poste

Company Description

SOCOTEC is a provider of niche consulting services within the architecture, engineering and construction industries focusing on high-performance buildings and specialty structures. Through an integrated, holistic approach, our professionals provide solutions for building envelope, energy efficiency, sustainability, code advisory and construction advisory projects.

SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth.

SOCOTEC offers competitive salary and benefits, mentorship, training, and social activities.

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

Job Description

SOCOTEC is seeking an engineering or construction professional to join our team of building commissioning engineers in New York City (NYC). The ideal candidate has 5-8 years of experience in the construction, inspection, and/or design of building MEP systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), can manage multiple projects, and has a passion for enhancing the built environment.

• Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables with support from junior engineering staff.
• Coordinate with design and construction teams, clients, and internal staff.
• Execute Commissioning (Cx), Retro-Commissioning (RCx), Measurement and Verification (M&V), and inspection services for MEP systems.
• Prepare Cx documents such as Prefunctional Checklists (PFCs) and Functional Performance Tests (FPTs) for use in the field.
• Prepare Cx documents such as Current Facility Requirements and Operation and Maintenance (CFR + O&M) plans, Systems Manuals, Ongoing Commissioning (OCx) plans, and Cx Summary Reports.
• Review and assist in the development of Cx documents such as Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR) and Basis of Design (BOD).
• Review design documents such as drawings and specifications to preserve energy efficiency and ensure successful building operation.
• Conduct periodic field visits to observe equipment installation progress and quality.
• Witness and direct FPTs of MEP equipment and systems on site.
• Collect data for energy conservation analysis using jobsite observation, field inspection, and/or submetering.
• Inspect or monitor energy systems to determine energy use or potential energy savings.
• Prepare field reports and related documentation.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or foreign degree equivalent, plus 5 years of experience.

• Extensive knowledge of high-performance building technologies and strategies related to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems.
• Experience in MEP and/or renewable energy design, evaluation, construction, building operations, testing, and/or verification.
• Commissioning certification.
• LEED accreditation.
• Familiarity with NYC Building Codes.
• Familiarity with NYC Energy Code.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE standards and guidelines.
• Familiarity with LEED commissioning requirements.
• Experience reviewing and analysing complex design and construction documents.
• Experience in equipment startup, Test & Balance processes, and Functional Testing.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with Cx platforms (BlueRithm, CxAlloy), construction software packages (Bluebeam, Procore), Building Management Systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience using test equipment (IR thermometers, light meters, CO2 meters, IR cameras, etc.).
• Ability to manage own schedule and take initiative.

Additional Information

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.