Senior MEP Commissioning Engineer

Energy Talent Search • Birmingham, AL

22h • Hybrid

About The Position

Energy Talent Search is working with an engineering consulting firm that specializes in technically demanding building systems projects. The firm is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to lead the validation and performance of mechanical, electrical, and life safety systems in large-scale facilities. This role is active and hands-on, focusing on ensuring systems perform as intended before project turnover, rather than just a passive review.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or closely related discipline)
• Strong background working with building systems—especially where multiple disciplines intersect
• Experience leading commissioning or system validation efforts on complex projects
• Ability to troubleshoot and think through problems in real time
• Comfortable running meetings and interacting directly with clients and project teams

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or working toward it

Responsibilities

• Taking the lead on commissioning efforts across multiple phases of a project—from early planning through final turnover
• Driving system validation across HVAC, electrical infrastructure, backup power, and critical safety systems
• Coordinating and executing performance testing, including more complex scenarios where multiple systems interact
• Getting involved early enough in projects to identify gaps, risks, or design issues before they become problems
• Confirming installations are test-ready and aligned with overall system intent
• Diagnosing performance issues and working through solutions in the field
• Keeping documentation clean, organized, and actionable throughout the process
• Acting as a key point of contact with clients, contractors, and internal teams

What This Job Offers

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