Senior Commissioning Engineer: Field & Project Leader

KFI Engineers; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

KFI Engineers in Saint Paul, MN seeks a Commissioning Engineer IV to lead field testing, RCx, and energy audits for building systems. You will oversee technical execution, coordinate with clients and contractors, and mentor staff.

The role requires HVAC TAB experience, BAS familiarity, and a PE license; NEBB certification is preferred. Travel up to 25% may be required, with strong communication and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years of direct HVAC, building operations, or construction fields.
• Experience using AutoCAD.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for travel.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Travel: May include up to 25% domestic travel.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others.
• Knowledge of computer technology and specific areas of application.

Responsibilities

• Conducts field task execution for commissioning, RCx, and TAB.
• Primarily executes HVAC functional tests, including verification and sequence tests.
• Witnesses tests for electrical, lighting, life safety, fire protection, or plumbing systems.
• Leads commissioning meetings, records actions, and distributes to stakeholders.
• Performs construction inspections to ensure MEP installations meet documents.
• Ability to perform TAB measurements, including retro-commissioning projects.
• Writes and assembles technical commissioning reports.
• Assists in calculating building energy use and savings.
• Acts as a Project Manager with plan development, resources, and on-time delivery.
• Reviews design documents for commissioning and re/retro-commissioning.
• Manages budgets, invoicing, and project forecasts.
• Staff management and training in commissioning tasks.
• Contributes to business development through proposals and client engagement.

Skills

HVAC fieldwork

MS Office

Communication skills

Team collaboration

BAS knowledge

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

KFI Engineers in Saint Paul, MN seeks a Commissioning Engineer IV to lead field testing, RCx, and energy audits for building systems. You will oversee technical execution, coordinate with clients and contractors, and mentor staff.

The role requires HVAC TAB experience, BAS familiarity, and a PE license; NEBB certification is preferred. Travel up to 25% may be required, with strong communication and project management skills.