Staff Commissioning Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Kansas City)

Burns & McDonnell; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Kansas City is seeking a Staff Commissioning Engineer to manage commissioning activities for projects. This role involves collaborating with engineers, architects, and construction teams to ensure successful project delivery. Candidates should have a BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, along with experience in facility systems commissioning. The work requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple project components. This position offers an engaging work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of direct commissioning or related experience in startups and testing of a variety of facility systems.
• Certification in the Commissioning Process, Energy Management, and/or LEED Accreditation is a plus.
• Successful completion of OSHA 30-hour Safety Training Course is required within the first 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute commissioning, retro-commissioning and energy-related projects.
• Prepare commissioning plans, specifications, checklists and functional test documentation.
• Perform site visits to coordinate commissioning, evaluate new and existing systems.

Skills

Facility Operations and Maintenance

Construction Quality Control

Startup and Testing of Equipment and Systems

Digital Control Systems

HVAC

Plumbing

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Education

BS in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university

Tools

Flow meters

Temperature loggers

Electrical meters

Job description

Description

Burns & McDonnell has an exciting opportunity for a Staff Commissioning Engineer with a desire to achieve more in their professional career. At Burns & McDonnell we work on challenging projects, and we are searching for a go-getter to join our national Cx team with a passion to work alongside engineers, architects, construction teams, and owners to make their projects more successful. We’re people you want to work with — not just because of what we can do, but because of who we are.

As an employee-owner you will work within a multi-discipline team managing jobsite startup and commissioning activities for projects. You will interface with owners and facilities managers to develop and implement a commissioning process which will support the acceptance and turnover of their projects. We are looking for highly motivated individuals with experience in providing Facility Operations and Maintenance, Construction Quality Control, Startup and Testing of Equipment and Systems, and Engineering for any of the following systems: Digital Control Systems, HVAC, Plumbing, and other highly technical systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute commissioning, retro-commissioning and energy related projects.
• Plan, schedule, and perform work for small to mid-size projects and support project teams for large projects and programs.
• Participate in meetings with owner, operation and maintenance, design and construction personnel to understand project goals and schedule to ensure commissioning is properly coordinated.
• Prepare commissioning plans, specifications, checklists and functional test documentation based on Burns & McDonnell standards.
• Review design, equipment submittals, operation and maintenance manual, start-up reports, checklists, and training programs.
• Perform site visits to coordinate commissioning, evaluate new and existing systems, witness equipment start-up and testing.
• Perform functional testing and document results and performance issues.
• Collaborate with owner, operation and maintenance, design and construction personnel in recommending solutions for items of non-conformance.
• Assist with the development and refinement of methodologies, tools, and standards in support of a growing national and worldwide commissioning practice.
• Assist with training operation and maintenance personnel to maintain commissioned systems and perform a continuous commissioning program.
• Travel may be required to support project execution for duration of project/program in the form of field assignments. Frequency of travel will vary based on the different project needs. Travel on short notice may be required. Travel may extend over weekends and holidays.
• The base work schedule will be a five (5) day work week (Monday through Friday) with some exceptions based on the project location. Periodic weekend work and extended workdays may be required for certain projects.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university is preferred, but industry experience will be evaluated.
• Mechanical, electrical, and/or technical system commissioning experience is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of direct commissioning or related experience in startups and testing of a variety of facility systems.
• Certification in the Commissioning Process, Energy Management, and/or LEED Accreditation a plus.
• Strong facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with different types of stand-alone monitoring equipment including flow meters, temperature loggers, electrical meters, and others a plus.
• Experience in ASHRAE level energy audits and development of energy savings calculations from retrofits and energy measures identified during retro-commissioning a plus.
• Experience in central utility plants, healthcare facilities, laboratories, airports, building automation system controls, test & balance, NETA electrical testing, renewable energy and other specialties a plus.
• Successful completion of OSHA 30-hour Safety Training Course is required within the first 3 months.
• The successful candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect and a desire to foster teamwork.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

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