Senior Commissioning Engineer — Flexible, Impactful Projects

Affiliated Engineers, Inc.; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Retirement plan

Year-end bonus

Flexible work environment

Wellness resources

Job summary

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. in Chapel Hill, NC seeks a Senior Commissioning Engineer to drive energy-efficient building solutions, lead commissioning activities, and support projects across healthcare, science, and technology sectors.

You will manage test procedures, coordinate field activities, mentor team members, and ensure quality through documentation, testing, and client communications. This role requires PE licensure and a proactive, safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or architectural engineering from an accredited program.
• Functional knowledge of building systems across disciplines including fire protection, HVAC, plumbing/piping, electrical, instrumentation and controls, process or lighting systems.
• Understanding of applicable codes, standards and specification requirements, and ability to interpret them.
• Extensive knowledge of commissioning processes and commissioning process delivery.
• Fundamental knowledge of construction processes and project delivery models.
• Proficient in application of applicable technologies including computer/software, data loggers, test and measurement equipment.
• Professional Engineering license (PE) in one or more states or minimum of 10 years in a commissioning related practice.
• Commissioning certification with a nationally recognized professional body.
• Valid driver’s license and state required vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate system test procedures.
• Organize user training sessions and administer tests.
• Conduct field observations and attend progress meetings.
• Assist in document control and project administration.

Skills

Engineering degree

Commissioning expertise

Code knowledge

PE license

Instrumentation and controls

Safety mindset

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Test & measurement equipment

Job description

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. in Chapel Hill, NC seeks a Senior Commissioning Engineer to drive energy-efficient building solutions, lead commissioning activities, and support projects across healthcare, science, and technology sectors.

You will manage test procedures, coordinate field activities, mentor team members, and ensure quality through documentation, testing, and client communications. This role requires PE licensure and a proactive, safety-first mindset.