Commissioning Intern (Summer 2027)

dbHMS•Grand Rapids, MI

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Commissioning Studio team, in our Grand Rapids office, is seeking a Commissioning Intern. This role will support a variety of projects while working closely with Cx Project Managers, clients, and MEP design engineers. Every building is a prototype, never assembled before, that needs to be analyzed and tested to see if it functions as the designers and owner intended. Our dynamic work environment provides the perfect opportunity to advance your career while developing and fine-tuning your skills along with offering a supportive office culture, diverse workforce, flexible work schedules, and regular social events. At dbHMS, you will find everything you need for an exciting, challenging, and rewarding career. dbHMS is committed to a diverse workforce and to providing a safe, accessible workplace. Most duties will be performed in an office environment. dbHMS currently operates with both hybrid and remote-only work policies. The remainder of the duties will be performed in a combination of an office environment and construction/field environment which will involve trips to project sites.

Requirements

Enrolled in a 4-year Engineering program or a graduate from a 4-year Engineering Program with less than one year of relevant work experience (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial, and Architectural Engineering preferred).
Ability to operate computer software such as Microsoft Office programs to perform basic engineering tasks.

Nice To Haves

Any field experience in Facilities, Construction, Building Trades, etc.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Willingness to travel to job sites with a Cx Project Manager.
Ability to speak and interact with Project Managers, Skilled Trades, Contractors.
Ability to multi-task by working on multiple overlapping projects.
Motivated self-starter, fast learner committed to learning on the job and personal self-development.

Responsibilities

Assist full-time Cx Staff Engineers with reviewing design, evaluating selected material and product submittals, or other engineering tasks.
Collaborate with other engineers on routine Cx assigned engineering tasks.
Navigate and manage software programs specifically designed for Cx Projects.
Draft Cx Project Documents and write engineering reports with Senior Engineers.
Perform site visits to see equipment and building systems as they are assembled and tested, verifying performance and contract spec compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.