Commissioning Specialist

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions.

We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through :

renewables and energy services

engineering and design

construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

McKinstry cannot succeed without you. We are currently seeking a Commissioning Specialist to join our growing Western Washington Technical Services team.

Your passion, experience and endless curiosity are the missing piece in our drive for transformative change.

At McKinstry, commissioning is respected as an essential part of project delivery and a preferred method for ensuring building systems are installed and operated to reach maximum performance.

You are essential to our built environment reaching its high-performing potential. Newly built buildings need you to ensure they operate as designed.

Existing buildings need your capable hands to fine-tune operations.

Commissioning engineers are the all-to-often unsung heroes of the built environment. We recognize and value your proven leadership in high-performance buildings across :

Technical and Consulting Services :

• Helping our clients make decisions to improve efficiency and lower operating costs.
• Ensuring buildings deliver maximize comfort for the life of the building.
• Developing, managing and coordinating project-specific commissioning plans.
• Performing commissioning activities on a variety of building systems.
• Verifying building system compliance to engineering specifications.
• Reviewing system installation, functional performance and control systems operations.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry :

• Demonstrated proficiency as a commissioning engineer.
• At least three (3) years of relevant commissioning experience.
• Proven understanding and efficient use of building automation systems.
• Working knowledge of mechanical and control systems.
• Intermediate knowledge and understanding of fire / life safety, plumbing, lighting and security systems.
• Ability to read, understand and identify potential issues within construction documents.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Suite skills including Project, Excel and Word.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent work experience.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered :

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match and profit sharing plan

Paid time off and holidays

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry and we go beyond the basic benefits with :

Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance

Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

Transgender inclusive benefits

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

Building Good paid community service time

Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University

McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $30.55- $52.60 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This is a non-exempt role and will be paid hourly. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and / or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Base pay information is based on market location.