Senior Commissioning Engineer

McKinstry; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to join their Technical Services team in Chicago. This role is vital for ensuring that both new and existing buildings operate efficiently and effectively. You will be responsible for performing commissioning activities, verifying compliance with engineering specifications, and fine-tuning building operations. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, this company offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly contribute to creating a thriving planet. If you are passionate about making a difference in the built environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision

Paid parental leave

Community service time

Learning and advancement opportunities

Onsite gym or remote worker reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant MEP commissioning experience.
• Proven understanding of building automation systems.
• Ability to read and understand construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning activities on various building systems.
• Verify building system compliance to engineering specifications.
• Develop and manage project-specific commissioning plans.

Skills

MEP commissioning

Building automation systems

Mechanical systems knowledge

Control systems knowledge

Fire/life safety systems

Plumbing systems

Lighting systems

Security systems

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

MS Word

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:

renewables and energy services

engineering and design

construction and facility services

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

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are currently seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineerto join ourgrowing Technical Services team in Chicago, IL. Your passion, experience and endless curiosity are the missing piece in our drive for transformative change.

At McKinstry,commissioningis respected as an essential part of project delivery and a preferred method for ensuring building systems are installed and operatedto reach maximum performance.You are essential to our built environment reaching its high-performing potential. Newly built buildings need you to ensure they operate as designed. Existing buildings need your capable hands to fine-tune operations.

Commissioning engineers are the all-to-often unsung heroes of the built environment. We recognize and value your proven leadership in high-performance buildings across:

Technical and Consulting Services:

• Helping our clients make decisions to improve efficiency and lower operating costs.
• Ensuring buildings deliver maximize comfort for the life of the building.
• Developing, managing and coordinating project-specific commissioning plans.
• Performing commissioning activities on a variety of building systems.
• Verifying building system compliance to engineering specifications.
• Reviewing system installation, functional performance and control systems operations.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

• Demonstrated proficiency as a commissioningengineer.
• At least 5-7 years of relevant MEP commissioning experience.
• Proven understanding and efficient use of building automationsystems.
• Working knowledge of mechanical and controlsystems.
• Intermediate knowledge and understanding of fire/life safety, plumbing, lightingand security systems.
• Ability to read, understand and identify potential issues within construction documents.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Suite skills including Project, Excel andWord.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent workexperience.

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
• “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 $93,400 - $152,200 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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. Base pay information is based on market location.

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 iscontingent 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.