Commissioning Field Specialist I

Position Title: Commissioning Field Specialist I

Position Location: Hybrid - United States. Must be located near a major airport.

Travel Requirements: Up to 75% domestic travel; relocation may be considered for long-term project needs. Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles.

JOB SUMMARY

The Commissioning Field Specialist I is a technical commissioning role responsible for leading commissioning tasks, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring project success. This position builds upon Commissioning Field Technician III responsibilities, requiring greater independence, leadership, and decision-making in field commissioning.

The Commissioning Field Specialist I will direct vendors and contractors, manage technical execution, and assist project leadership in ensuring commissioning deliverables are met. This role involves limited supervision, with the expectation that the Commissioning Field Specialist I can manage field-level commissioning execution with minimal oversight.

The Commissioning Field Specialist I will receive limited directions on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments. Will execute commissioning and assist project leadership on projects of complex scope. Will work independently or under limited supervision.

This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform On-site Commissioning Activities and Assist in Project Management (50%)

• On-site inspection, validation, functional testing, verification and troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical equipment
• Participate in factory witness testing and observe startup activities
• Use technical equipment to perform testing
• Direct vendors / contractors in the execution of the testing
• Timely and effective management and delivery of projects
• Identify potential project risks and aid in development of strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines
• Onboarding of project team for mobilization and provides ongoing updates

Develop Testing Plans and Procedures for Complex Projects (20%)

• Development of commissioning plans
• Prepare pre-functional checklists
• Prepare functional performance test scripts

Review Construction Related Design Documents, Drawings and Specifications (15%)

• Review and analyze shop drawings, submittals, and sequence of operations.
• Assist in identifying and resolving design discrepancies with engineers and project teams.
• Assist in commissioning-focused design reviews to improve system operability and maintainability.
  
  

Documentation & Reporting (10%)

• Serve as a key contributor to project progress reports and final