Commissioning engineer

A commissioning engineer is responsible for performing and coordinating a range of important engineering tasks. Responsibilities may include:

• Coordinating and leading commissioning visits between the employing company and the customer;

• Reviewing technical system specifications and interpreting technical drawings to understand customers’ systems and needs;

• Identifying testing needs of equipment, systems, and components, and supervising the execution of those tests;

• Guiding the collection and analysis of data from the tests to troubleshoot and rectify any issues or to streamline processes;

• Collaborating with diverse engineers or technicians, like commissioning technicians, and other team members, as well as customers on the commissioning engineering projects;

• Writing reports and preparing documentation about the commissioned activities;

• Delivering engineering results in line with agreed project timelines and budgets;

• Ensuring the compliance of outputs with relevant requirements, codes, and certifications, and in line with customer needs and demands;

• Monitoring team members on the execution of their responsibilities and providing guidance and training as needed;

• Evaluating bids from contracting companies to work on the commissioned project;

• Always assuring the safety and security of team members;

• Regularly traveling to commissioning sites.

Commissioning engineers should have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical), Technology, or a related technical field. In some countries, an engineering license may also be required.

Additional supporting skills and experience include:

• 5-10+ years of engineering experience;

• Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, construction systems, or engineering knowledge specific to the desired industry;

• Excellent applied math, statistics, and design skills;

• Proficiency in using diverse computer operating system hardware & software, and the latest design, modeling, and calculation software like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar;

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to be able to work easily with other technicians and team members;

• Excellent customer-oriented skills and leadership qualities;

• Ability to work in fast-changing environments with diverse systems and equipment;

• Willingness to travel regularly.