Senior Commissioning Engineer – Lead NYC MEP & BAS

Datacenter People; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Datacenter People in New York City seeks an experienced Senior Commissioning Engineer to lead building commissioning projects from planning through completion. The role blends hands-on technical work, project management and client interaction across diverse commercial projects.

Responsibilities include coordinating multiple projects, reviewing MEP drawings and equipment submittals, and driving functional performance tests while mentoring junior engineers and supporting business development in a

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of direct building commissioning experience.
• Strong mechanical/HVAC commissioning background.
• Experience with BAS/BMS and building controls.
• Experience reviewing MEP drawings, specifications and equipment submittals.
• Experience developing and executing functional performance tests.
• Experience commissioning mechanical equipment, including large central plants.
• Knowledge of ASHRAE, IECC, LEED and NYC/local codes.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Leading multiple commissioning projects concurrently.
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients and project teams.
• Reviewing MEP drawings, submittals and project specifications.
• Reviewing equipment sequences, controls and interlocks.
• Developing and carrying out functional performance testing.
• Testing mechanical equipment, HVAC systems and central plants.
• Reviewing and testing Building Automation Systems (BAS/BMS).
• Reviewing graphics, alarms, trends and system performance.
• Identifying deficiencies and developing practical solutions.
• Producing technical reports and project deliverables.
• Managing project schedules, budgets and quality.
• Supporting junior engineers through training and technical mentoring.
• Building strong relationships with clients and supporting business development.

Skills

HVAC commissioning

Building automation systems

Client-facing

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

BAS/BMS

Job description

Datacenter People in New York City seeks an experienced Senior Commissioning Engineer to lead building commissioning projects from planning through completion. The role blends hands-on technical work, project management and client interaction across diverse commercial projects.

Responsibilities include coordinating multiple projects, reviewing MEP drawings and equipment submittals, and driving functional performance tests while mentoring junior engineers and supporting business development in a