Renewables Commissioning Engineer

McKinstry Company; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 84,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match and profit‑

Sharing plan

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical, prescription,

Dental and vision coverage

Parental leave

Professional development via McKinstry

McKinstry University

Onsite gyms / remote worker perks

Job summary

McKinstry is seeking a Renewables Performance Engineer to join its growing Distributed Energy Resources (DER) National team. The role supports commissioning for solar PV and BESS across the United States, requiring travel to project locations and strong MEP experience.

You will lead quality commissioning, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure systems perform to specifications throughout construction and operation.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of MEP experience and quality commissioning leadership.
• NABCEP certification is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality commissioning projects across new construction and building systems.
• Conduct commissioning activities for solar PV and energy storage (BESS).
• Develop, manage, and coordinate project-specific commissioning plans.
• Perform inspections and quality control throughout the construction lifecycle.
• Coordinate networking configurations and SCADA integrations with DER projects.
• Review system installations and verify compliance with engineering specs.

Skills

Project leadership

MEP experience

Building automation

Solar & BESS systems

MS Office (Teams, Excel, Word)

Procore

Cx Alloy

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Procore

Cx Alloy

Job description

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• engineering and design
• construction and facility services
• renewables and energy services
• decarbonization and electrification

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

McKinstry cannot succeed without you. We are currently seeking a Renewables Performance Engineer to join our growing Distributed Energy Resources (DER) National team. Your passion, experience and endless curiosity are the drivers we need as we seek to grow our team across the United States.

Technical and Consulting Services

• Helping our clients improve efficiency and lower operating costs on new and exciting projects.
• Ensuring buildings deliver maximum comfort for the life of the building.
• Conducting preventative maintenance inspections on various DER projects including solar PV and BESS.
• Conducting quality control inspections throughout Construction lifecycle.
• Developing, managing and coordinating project‑specific commissioning plans.
• Performing commissioning activities on a variety of building systems including solar PV and BESS.
• Verifying building system compliance to engineering specifications.
• Reviewing system installation, functional performance and control systems operations.
• Coordinating a variety of networking configurations and SCADA systems with DER projects.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry:

• Demonstrated proficiency in leading quality new construction commissioning projects and quality management
• 3-5+ years of MEP experience
• North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) professional certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel to new project locations for Technical Services delivery.
• Proven understanding and efficient use of building automation systems.
• Proven understanding of Solar and BESS systems as well as all associated equipment (BMS, communications, Trackers, MV, required project testing).
• Ability to read, understand and identify potential issues within construction documents.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Suite skills including Teams, Excel and Word. Procore and Cx Alloy proficiency is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, architectural, or electrical engineering or equivalent work experience preferred.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit‑sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $84,060 - $129,580 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug‑free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre‑employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.