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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$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive electrical engineering solutions for mining projects. Collaborate on design phases, solve engineering challenges, and guide entry-level engineers while ensuring projec...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance excellence for innovative energy products. You'll lead certification processes, collaborate with testing labs, and integrate standards into design...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize complex transportation construction projects, ensuring quality assurance and client satisfaction while fostering team development and business growth in a dynamic environment...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing complex transportation construction projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications and contractual obligations while managing contractor activities...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the technical authority for electrical and instrumentation systems in large-scale industrial projects. Drive collaboration and ensure compliance with industry standards...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in integrated engineering coordination for complex station projects, driving multidisciplinary collaboration from design through construction and handover. Ensure alignment of technica...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead New Product Development and engineering initiatives. Drive technical decisions, coordinate cross-functional efforts, and ensure compliance with customer and certification s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape innovative electrical systems for renewable energy projects, focusing on solar and battery storage. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure optimal design, safety, and efficiency while mana...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to provide technical support for U.S./UK Joint Programs, ensuring compliance and effective communication between U.S. Navy and NNSA customers. Lead meetings, manage documentation...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as you support and coordinate electrical construction projects, ensuring efficiency and quality. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders while managing documentation, procurement, an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $105K *

Lead the charge in coordinating and executing electrical construction projects, ensuring alignment with goals through effective collaboration, documentation, and quality assurance across teams and sta...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $110K *

Lead innovative electrical design projects, managing multiple deliverables while collaborating with a diverse team. Drive the development of building electrical systems, including EV charging infrastr...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse electrical design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with codes while mentoring junior engineers and enhancing design...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Manage all aspects of commissioning activities from pre-commissioning to stable operations, ensuring safety and compliance. Lead multi-discipline teams, oversee vendor interfaces, and drive project sc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$81K - $104K *

Collaborate with project teams to coordinate technical activities, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and effective communication across disciplines for successful project execution...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $145K *

Lead the meter engineering team to ensure accurate, reliable metering solutions. Collaborate across departments to uphold standards and compliance while developing innovative practices for efficient e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $140K *

Drive the design of cutting-edge hi-speed PCBs for military/aerospace applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and performance, while enhancing best practices in a dynam...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Manage and mentor a team of Extra Low Voltage Engineers to ensure successful execution of large-scale projects, while overseeing design, construction phases, and integration of technical specification...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Design innovative Civil systems for mission-critical environments, ensuring compliance and safety. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver reliable infrastructure solutions that enhance ope...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the commissioning and startup of hydrogen production units, ensuring safety and compliance. Collaborate with vendors, troubleshoot equipment, and train operations personnel to achieve full produc...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $162K *

Lead comprehensive commissioning activities for utility substations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards while managing project timelines and budgets. Collaborate with teams to deliver...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Explore your potential as a Lead Commissioning Engineer, coordinating and executing commissioning activities for utility substations. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering safe, efficient soluti...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $125K *

Engineer and manage electrical systems for industrial gas processing, ensuring compliance with NEC and IEC codes. Collaborate with customers and oversee design, testing, and installation of electrical...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $135K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Engineer, leading innovative transmission line design projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance energy solutions while driving compliance and optimizing...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $135K *

Partner with us to lead innovative transmission line design projects, leveraging your expertise in engineering to drive impactful solutions in the energy sector. Collaborate with a dynamic team to opt...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.