Commissioning Engineer

Job Description

Summary :

The Commissioning Engineer is responsible for supporting and executing the commissioning process on solar infrastructure projects, ensuring all systems are installed, tested, and performing in accordance with design intent and industry standards. This role includes hands-on field support, documentation review, and coordination with vendors and technicians to confirm project readiness for turnover. The Commissioning Engineer plays a key role during project closeout phases, supporting multiple job sites and requiring strong technical, administrative, and communication skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provide field-based commissioning support on solar construction sites, ensuring system functionality aligns with project design and operational criteria.
• Review, interpret, and track commissioning plans, test procedures, and documentation to ensure thorough validation of system performance.
• Communicate regularly with onsite vendors, subcontractors, and technicians to resolve commissioning-related issues and maintain alignment with project goals.
• Evaluate and verify startup testing results for key systems and components; document deficiencies and assist in resolving non-conformance items.
• Conduct walkthroughs and punch list reviews during project closeout; assist with final turnover documentation and reports.
• Support the Project Engineer and Construction teams with final inspections, redlines, and test package submissions.
• Manage and organize commissioning records using digital platforms such as Procore and Bluebeam.
• Travel between multiple active solar projects to support site-specific commissioning schedules.
• Coordinate with engineering and construction teams to confirm commissioning requirements are met prior to project turnover.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of internal commissioning procedures and best practices.

Requirements :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Education and Experience :

Pre-Employment Requirement :

Candidates who accept an offer of employment are required to undergo and successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination. This exam ensures that all potential employees meet the necessary health and fitness standards for the role. The examination includes a series of tests and evaluations conducted by a certified medical professional to assess overall physical health, identify any potential medical conditions that could interfere with job performance, and verify that the candidate is capable of safely performing the essential duties of the position.

Completion and clearance of this physical are mandatory steps in the hiring process.