Senior Commissioning Engineer I

Mortenson; Rayville (LA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 137,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

401k retirement plan with a match

Paid time off

Employer paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer located in Rayville, Louisiana. The role involves overseeing commissioning tasks in a construction environment, including reviewing project requirements and developing specifications.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least four years of experience. Benefits include medical plans, a 401k retirement plan, and paid time off. A professional attitude and strong communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field experience.
• Minimum four years of construction management or commissioning experience, preferably with an MEP Contractor or Commissioning firm.
• Solid understanding of commissioning processes, construction documents, and their relationship to QA/QC and project management.
• Ability to travel up to 75%.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing owner project requirements.
• Supporting scope reviews.
• Developing commissioning specifications.
• Creating commissioning plans, checklists, and tests for basic systems.
• Performing field visits and observing commissioning inspections and tests.
• Writing issue descriptions, field reports, and final reports.

Skills

Engineering principles

Customer service skills

Intermediate-level Microsoft Office skills

BIM360

Cx Alloy

Effective communication

Active listening

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering field

Job description

Position Overview

Senior Commissioning Engineer (MEP / Utilities). Responsible for commissioning assignments requiring basic engineering principles in a construction environment, focusing on successful commissioning and completing specific tasks using prescribed methods.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing owner project requirements
• Supporting scope reviews
• Developing commissioning specifications
• Creating commissioning plans, checklists, and tests for basic systems
• Performing field visits and observing commissioning inspections and tests
• Developing working relationships with contractors and assisting in resolving commissioning issues observed during testing
• Writing issue descriptions, field reports, and final reports
• Creating Systems Manuals
• Effectively working and building relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Supporting planning and execution of system tests, including but not limited to NETA, SCADA, controls, and operations verification of mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and life safety systems
• Performing all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Architectural, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent field experience
• Minimum four years of construction management or commissioning experience, preferably with an MEP Contractor or Commissioning firm
• Solid understanding of commissioning processes, construction documents, and their relationship to QA/QC and project management
• Intermediate-level skills in Microsoft Office and data‑based commissioning tools such as BIM360 or Cx Alloy
• Positive and professional attitude with strong customer service skills
• Effective communication and active listening skills, including openness to diverse input and feedback
• Ability to travel up to 75%

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No‑Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

Compensation

The base pay range for this role is $102,000 MIN - $137,700 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items To Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B, O-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.