Travel Commissioning Engineer 2 - Denver, CO

M.C. Dean, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,640 - 135,960; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Job summary

M.C. Dean, Inc. is seeking a Commissioning Engineer based in Denver, Colorado. In this role, you will perform testing, startup, and commissioning of electrical distribution equipment. You will assist in executing commissioning plans across mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems while maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 2 years of relevant experience. This position requires travel up to 75%. The company offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in commissioning engineering.
• Willingness to travel up to 75% to customer sites.
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute MEP commissioning deliverables.
• Prepare commissioning plans and test procedures.
• Review supplier documentation for compliance.

Skills

Commissioning

Electrical distribution systems knowledge

Technical writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Electrical test equipment

AutoCAD

Job description

About M.C. Dean M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation’s most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Overview

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values, agility, expertise, and trust we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

Commissioning Engineer

The Commissioning Engineer team is responsible for performing final testing, startup, and commissioning of low and medium voltage electrical distribution equipment, including breakers, transformers, switches, switchgear, relays, and motor control centers, as well as other electrical apparatus both in the field and in a manufacturing environment. An understanding of sophisticated electrical distribution systems and complex electrical test equipment is required. You will contribute to a safe working environment for co‑workers and customers and help ensure the overall success of projects. Local, regional, and national travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist more experienced Commissioning Specialists and Managers in coordinating, executing, and reviewing MEP commissioning deliverables, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, life safety, and control systems.
• Prepare and review basic MEP sketches, commissioning plans, test procedures, and data sheets under supervision. Perform simple, routine calculations related to MEP systems (e.g., electrical load checks, airflow or hydronic verification, basic system capacity or performance checks).
• Assist in the review of supplier and vendor documentation to verify compliance with project specifications, design intent, and commissioning requirements.
• Utilize applicable engineering and commissioning standards, guides, and internal department resources to support assigned tasks across MEP disciplines.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of commissioning, inspection, and testing of MEP components and systems, including startup support and functional performance testing activities.
• Possess foundational knowledge of engineering principles applicable to MEP systems, including electrical, mechanical, and controls fundamentals.
• Maintain basic familiarity with MEP infrastructure systems, which may include:
• Electrical distribution systems (switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, UPS, power monitoring, protective relays)
• Mechanical systems (HVAC equipment, pumps, hydronic systems)
• Plumbing and fire protection systems
• Building automation, controls, and system interfaces
• Demonstrate proficiency in technical writing, including commissioning documentation, test forms, and reports. Apply working knowledge of advanced mathematics as required to support engineering and commissioning tasks.
• Maintain a basic awareness of industry codes, standards, and commissioning best practices relevant to MEP systems.
• Exhibit strong written and verbal communication skills when working with project teams, contractors, and vendors.
• Be willing and able to travel periodically to customer and project sites to support commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with minimum 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Applicants selected must be willing to travel to customer sites.
• Travel up to 75% may be required.

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Abilities

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.

End Date: 12/31/2026

Pay Range: USD $90,640.00 - USD $135,960.00 /Yr.