Commissioning Engineer Jobs

Commissioning Engineers help ensure that buildings, industrial facilities, and complex systems are installed, tested, and ready to operate safely and reliably. Explore vetted Commissioning Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders, including roles across energy, construction, manufacturing, data centers, and other technical industries.

What Does a Commissioning Engineer Do?

Commissioning Engineers plan and coordinate inspections, functional testing, and startup activities to confirm that equipment and systems meet design requirements. Depending on the project, they may work with electrical, mechanical, control, HVAC, or process systems. Their responsibilities can include reviewing plans, tracking deficiencies, coordinating contractors and vendors, documenting results, and supporting handover to operations teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a degree or equivalent experience in engineering, along with practical knowledge of commissioning procedures, technical documentation, and safety standards. Relevant skills may include troubleshooting, systems testing, project coordination, quality assurance, and clear communication. Requirements vary by industry and project; experience with specific equipment, controls, or commissioning tools may be an advantage.

Industries and Work Settings

Commissioning Engineers may support new construction, facility upgrades, equipment installations, and infrastructure projects. Opportunities are available in sectors such as power generation, renewable energy, oil and gas, data centers, healthcare facilities, and advanced manufacturing. Some roles are primarily site-based and involve travel, while others combine fieldwork with office-based planning and reporting.

Explore Commissioning Engineer Careers on Ladders

Find Commissioning Engineer positions with compensation of $100,000 or more on Ladders. Review role requirements, project scope, and work arrangements to identify opportunities that fit your engineering background and career goals.

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$85K - $90K *

Drive innovation in natural gas transportation by designing and supporting distribution and transmission projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while contributin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize electrical commissioning processes, ensuring safe equipment energization and functional testing. Lead field execution and manage stakeholders to maintain project schedules and uphold safety s...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of electrical commissioning by leading projects, ensuring safety and efficiency in energization and functional testing while managing schedules and collaborating with stakeholders acr...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in electrical commissioning for diverse projects, ensuring safe energization and functional testing while managing schedules and collaborating with teams to achieve operational excelle...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of aircraft design as a Mechanical Engineer III, driving innovative design integration and performing rigorous stress analysis for enhanced structural performance in various aerospace...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology fabrication by providing expert commissioning guidance on large-scale projects. Leverage your technical skills and leadership to ensure successful f...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead commissioning activities across multiple systems, ensuring quality and compliance from testing to documentation. Collaborate with trades and stakeholders to drive project success and maintain sch...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $91K *

Drive facility optimization and maintenance efficiently, ensuring safe operations and high standards. Collaborate actively with a dedicated team to solve challenges, oversee repairs, and execute maint...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K *

Champion optimal building operations by maintaining and repairing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and efficiency while enhancing your skills i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to design innovative electrical systems for diverse commercial projects. Collaborate with licensed engineers and oversee projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with cod...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $190K *

Lead multidisciplinary commissioning efforts for large-scale semiconductor facilities, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards while managing teams and coordinating with...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $190K *

Join us to lead multidisciplinary commissioning teams for large-scale semiconductor manufacturing projects. Oversee critical infrastructure testing and ensure compliance with industry standards while...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $190K *

Empower your career by leading multidisciplinary teams in the commissioning of advanced semiconductor manufacturing facilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications w...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $190K *

Lead the charge in overseeing commissioning activities for large-scale semiconductor manufacturing projects. Manage multidisciplinary teams to ensure systems are installed, tested, and turned over acc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading multidisciplinary commissioning teams for large-scale semiconductor projects. Oversee critical infrastructure testing and ensure compliance with industry standards while co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $190K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Commissioning Manager, overseeing complex semiconductor facility projects. Drive multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful commissioning, testing, and turnover of cr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $190K *

Join us to lead multidisciplinary commissioning teams in the semiconductor industry, overseeing critical facility infrastructure and ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards for l...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in technical project execution, ensuring engineering excellence and client satisfaction while managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary coordination with minimal supervision...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a Principal Engineer, leveraging your expertise in material handling to drive innovative solutions, mentor teams, and lead critical projects with confidence and professionalism...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Develop and oversee industrial instrumentation and controls for various projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate within a skilled team to drive sustainable engineering solutions and supp...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering innovative engineering solutions for complex industrial projects. Collaborate across disciplines to design and implement advanced instrumentation and control...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Transform process systems by leveraging advanced engineering principles. Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to design instrumentation and controls for hydrocarbon projects, ensuring complian...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$89K - $115K *

Lead the charge in coordinating equipment installation and startup across multiple sites, ensuring seamless collaboration with project managers and contractors while delivering exceptional customer ex...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing the installation and startup of mechanical and electrical equipment, ensuring seamless project execution while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and ma...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring seamless equipment installation and startup. Oversee multiple sites, collaborate with diverse teams, and drive project success while upholding excellence and c...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Commissioning Engineer?question toggle

    A Commissioning Engineer verifies that equipment and systems are installed, tested, and operating according to project specifications, safety requirements, and performance expectations.

  • What qualifications do Commissioning Engineer jobs typically require?question toggle

    Many roles ask for an engineering degree or equivalent technical experience, plus knowledge of testing, troubleshooting, documentation, and relevant industry standards. Requirements depend on the systems and sector involved.

  • Which industries hire Commissioning Engineers?question toggle

    Commissioning Engineers work in industries including energy, construction, manufacturing, data centers, healthcare, and infrastructure. Their specific responsibilities vary by project and type of equipment.

  • Do Commissioning Engineers need to travel?question toggle

    Travel requirements vary. Site-based projects may require regular travel or extended periods at client locations, while some positions involve a mix of fieldwork and office-based responsibilities.

  • Where can I find Commissioning Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including Commissioning Engineer roles. Check each listing for compensation details, qualifications, and location.