Commissioning Field Engineer / Project Engineer

We are seeking a Mechanical Commissioning Field Engineer / Project Engineer with 2+ years of experience supporting industrial and commercial building systems. This role will support field inspections, commissioning activities, equipment verification, and functional testing on complex construction projects including semiconductor, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, commercial, and mission critical facilities.
Candidates may come from either a traditional engineering background or a skilled trades/mechanical systems background with relevant field experience.
ResponsibilitiesPerform field inspections of mechanical and HVAC systems during construction and commissioning phasesSupport commissioning and start-up activities for mechanical building systemsVerify installations comply with project drawings, specifications, codes, and quality standardsAssist with functional performance testing of HVAC and mechanical equipmentCoordinate with contractors, owners, engineers, and commissioning teams to resolve field issuesDocument deficiencies, observations, and corrective actionsParticipate in equipment start-up, system turnover, and commissioning activitiesAttend project meetings and provide field updates and reportingReview construction documents, submittals, and installation drawingsSupport building automation system (BAS/BMS) point-to-point verification and operational testingMaintain project documentation including reports, checklists, and commissioning recordsFollow all project safety requirements and company safety policies
Systems & Equipment Experience PreferredAir handling units (AHUs)Chillers and cooling systemsBoilers and hydronic systemsPumps, motors, and VFDsHVAC ductwork and piping systemsBuilding Automation Systems (BAS/BMS)Exhaust and ventilation systemsIndustrial mechanical systemsCleanroom HVAC systems (preferred)
Qualifications2+ years of experience in commissioning, field engineering, mechanical inspection, HVAC systems, building automation, or industrial constructionBackground in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, HVAC Technology, Building Systems, or related trades experienceAbility to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and P&IDsBasic understanding of HVAC controls and building automation systemsKnowledge of mechanical installation practices and field coordinationStrong communication and documentation skillsAbility to work in active construction and industrial environmentsProficiency with Microsoft Office and standard construction software platformsAbility to travel to project sites as required
Preferred QualificationsOSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certificationExperience on pharmaceutical, semiconductor, manufacturing, or mission critical projectsExposure to commissioning processes and functional testingExperience with Procore, Bluebeam, BIM 360, or similar softwareTAB, commissioning, or controls experience is a plusMilitary mechanical or technical experience considered
Physical RequirementsAbility to walk active construction sites dailyAbility to climb ladders and access mechanical spacesAbility to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to work indoors and outdoors in varying site conditions
Salary Range: $75,000 - $100,000 depending on experience
FST Technical does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.