Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer/Authority | Chicago, IL

IMEG•Washington, DC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

IMEG is seeking a Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer in Chicago, IL, to lead commissioning efforts that ensure building systems are designed, installed, and operating in alignment with project requirements and performance goals. This role involves project planning, document review, field verification, testing, and issue resolution, collaborating with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to achieve reliable, high-performing outcomes. The position also supports coordination and documentation across project phases to maintain organized and effective commissioning activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field
Experience with NETA ATS and interpreting test results
Progressive experience in electrical commissioning, building systems, design, or construction administration
Knowledge of electrical systems and building performance verification processes
Ability to review construction documents, submittments, and related project documentation
Ability to perform site observations, testing, and issue tracking with strong attention to detail
Strong communication and coordination skills with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate project records
Ability to travel to project sites as needed

Responsibilities

Lead commissioning activities for assigned projects from planning through project closeout
Develop and maintain commissioning plans, test procedures, and project documentation
Review design and construction documents to support system performance and project requirements
Coordinate commissioning scope, schedules, and activities with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams
Conduct site observations, equipment inspections, and field verification activities
Perform and document functional testing of building systems and track deficiencies through resolution
Prepare reports, logs, and related documentation to communicate project status and findings
Support issue identification, troubleshooting, and corrective action follow-up to help achieve intended system performance
Maintain strong client communication throughout the commissioning process
Contribute to continuous improvement, quality, and compliance across commissioning deliverables
Manage and lead commissioning activities in accordance with ASHRAE Guideline 0 and Standard 202 requirements, including review of electrical designs, development of pre-functional checklists and functional performance tests, equipment installation review, review of equipment integrity tests performed per NETA acceptance testing standards, execution of functional performance tests, and issue management for power distribution systems, emergency power systems, fire alarm systems, and lighting controls systems.