Commissioning Engineer - Mission Critical - Dallas, TX

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Dallas, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Commissioning Engineer supports the commissioning process on mission-critical projects, ensuring that building systems—including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and controls—are installed, tested, and operate in accordance with design intent, project specifications, and client requirements. The role provides hands-on experience and a foundation for a career in commissioning, with exposure to complex building systems and fast-paced construction environments.

The engineer assists with commissioning planning and execution, reviews project and equipment documentation, coordinates commissioning activities with project participants, and supports inspections, testing, system startup, and readiness. The role also helps verify system installations and code compliance, tracks deficiencies through resolution, maintains commissioning records, and supports project milestones through final system acceptance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or relevant experience.
• At least one year of experience in commissioning mission-critical facilities, MEP systems, or a related industry.
• Basic understanding of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and building automation systems.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with commissioning processes and industry standards such as ASHRAE and LEED.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and executing commissioning plans, schedules, and procedures.
• Participate in commissioning-related meetings and prepare and distribute meeting minutes to the project team.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, and equipment documentation for compliance with project and commissioning requirements.
• Coordinate commissioning activities with subcontractors, vendors, and third-party commissioning authorities.
• Support scheduling and execution of equipment inspections, pre-functional testing, and system-readiness activities.
• Review and verify installation checklists for HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and control systems.
• Support energization and startup activities while following NFPA 70E, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and site safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with owner requirements, NEC, ASHRAE standards, and applicable local codes and regulations.
• Assist in coordinating vendor pre-startup and startup activities with the Commissioning Manager (CxM).
• Track, document, and manage commissioning issues, deficiencies, and corrective actions through resolution.
• Maintain accurate commissioning logs, reports, and documentation.
• Support project teams in achieving milestones, including substantial completion and final system acceptance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription safety glasses coverage.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance/AD&D.
• Health savings account (HSA), health flexible spending account (FSA), and dependent daycare FSA.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• 401(k), Roth 401(k), and After-Tax Roth In-Plan Conversion.
• Paid vacation and sick time, and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Tickets at Work.
• Paid identity theft protection with family coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level