Senior Field Commissioning Engineer — HVAC, BAS & MEP

Talent Harbor; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Discretionary bonus

PTO & holidays

Life & disability

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Travel expenses covered

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Talent Harbor is seeking a hands-on Commissioning Engineer to lead field testing and commissioning for complex commercial, institutional, federal, industrial, and DoD facilities.

You’ll test HVAC/MEP systems, building controls, and sequences of operations, troubleshoot issues, document deficiencies, and drive corrective actions on projects in the Southeast. This role requires significant travel and strong collaboration with owners, contractors, and design teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in commissioning and field testing of complex facilities.
• Proficiency with sequences of operation and test procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning from field testing to final closeout.
• Perform functional & integrated systems testing (HVAC/MEP, electrical, life safety).
• Troubleshoot, identify root causes, and document deficiencies.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead project teams.
• Travel 35–50% for projects across Alabama, Southeast, and national assignments.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Communication

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

BAS/Building controls

Energy management systems

Job description

Talent Harbor is seeking a hands-on Commissioning Engineer to lead field testing and commissioning for complex commercial, institutional, federal, industrial, and DoD facilities.

You’ll test HVAC/MEP systems, building controls, and sequences of operations, troubleshoot issues, document deficiencies, and drive corrective actions on projects in the Southeast. This role requires significant travel and strong collaboration with owners, contractors, and design teams.