Senior Commissioning Engineer – Remote, 75% Travel

BGIS; Salem (OR); Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

BGIS is seeking a Commissioning Agent to join our team as a remote, US-based professional. This role involves commissioning mission-critical system equipment, including power distribution, UPS, BAS/BMS, and HVAC systems, with substantial travel requirements to client sites.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in electrical or mechanical commissioning, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while coordinating with vendors and clients.

Qualifications

• 7 years of industry experience in electrical power distribution or mechanical systems.
• AA degree, military training or equivalent work experience.
• Experience diagnosing and solving construction and operational problems.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to work under high stress and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to obtain a passport and travel up to 75%.

Responsibilities

• Perform design reviews of systems.
• Develop, oversee and write startup and commissioning policies and procedures.
• QA/QC of the equipment installation.
• Perform construction observations and develop functional test plans.
• Execute tests for electrical and mechanical systems per standards.
• Assist in training plant operations and maintenance personnel.
• Liaise with vendors and subcontractors for problem resolution and testing.
• Review data and prepare technical reports.
• Maintain communication with clients and project team.
• Manage small to mid-size projects to meet client expectations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

MS Word

MS Excel

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

AA degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

BGIS is seeking a Commissioning Agent to join our team as a remote, US-based professional. This role involves commissioning mission-critical system equipment, including power distribution, UPS, BAS/BMS, and HVAC systems, with substantial travel requirements to client sites.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in electrical or mechanical commissioning, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while coordinating with vendors and clients.