Commissioning Project Engineer

Mechanical Engineering

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position summary: JMT is seeking a Commissioning Project Engineer to execute facilities commissioning projects; contributing to our more than 25-year history and reputation of providing quality commissioning services to major facility owners in the mid-Atlantic region. Our established business relationships result in JMT serving as an integral partner and trusted technical resource where we ensure that projects are delivered to meet the high-quality standards our clients have come to expect. Upon joining JMT the Commissioning Project Engineer will be joining an existing staff of knowledgeable engineering and commissioning professionals across all JMT's regional offices.

The Commissioning Project Engineer is responsible for delivering all tasks for assigned commissioning projects either through execution or effective delegation and quality control. Commissioning projects are executed both in the office and at construction project sites, and span design phase through warranty phase. Typical task assignments include review of design documents, review of submittal documents, development of commissioning process documentation, performance of site visits for installation and testing observation, execution of functional performance testing, issues tracking, and development of commissioning record documentation.

The ideal candidate will have extensive background in independently executing building systems (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, special systems, architecture, etc.) commissioning projects, including design reviews, field experience in commercial HVAC/plumbing/electrical installations, Testing & Balancing, interpreting control sequence of operations, and/or Building Automation Systems/Direct Digital Controls installation and programming. Experience with commissioning software and LEED commissioning process requirements is strongly preferred.

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Caregiver Leave Program
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Career Development Programs
• And more...
• Benefits | JMT

Base compensation for this position is $85,000.00 - $130,000.00 annually commensurate with experience, education, and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Essential functions and responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, coordinate, and conduct commissioning activities in accordance with provided scopes of work and standard commissioning practices.
• Perform independent 3rd-party commissioning reviews of project design documents to confirm design intent and ability of commissioned systems to be properly verified per the requirements of the contract documents.
• Development, review, and implementation of critical commissioning process documentation.
• Assist in the resolution of a variety of complex problems that may arise throughout the lifecycle of a commissioning project.
• Serve as a liaison between clients, contractors, subcontractors, and design teams.
• Communicate project status, updates, and issues to internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and supervision of work performed by junior commissioning / engineering staff.
• Participate in project scope and fee development with project managers.

Nonessential functions and responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong Communication and Presentation Skills

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited engineering program
• Commissioning certification
• 5-10 years of experience in providing building systems commissioning services

Preferred Experience

• Experience with commissioning process management software (Facility Grid, CxAlloy, etc.)
• Experience with LEED commissioning process requirements
• Experience with Building Automation Systems (Johnson Controls, Automated Logic, Siemens, Trane, etc.)
• Professional Engineer License
• Holds or ability to obtain security clearance

Working Conditions

Work is expected to be performed within a general office environment 75% of the time. Office work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work on occasion may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Travel less than 5% to consist of overnight travel. Travel within the MD, DC, VA, PA, and DE regions to be expected.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.