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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Quality & Commissioning Project Manager - Data Center
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in implementing and managing the Quality and Commissioning program for a hyperscale data center project, ensuring high standards and timely delivery through effective oversight of team...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $145K *
Lead the charge in providing exceptional technical support for inverter-based products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance documentation and troubleshooting tools, while ensuring cus...
4 weeks ago
Section Manager - Gas Engineering Standards & Regulatory Issues
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of gas engineering by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving R&D initiatives. Your expertise will guide specifications and enhance safety and envi...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage contract intake, review, and execution, ensuring compliance and efficiency in agreement processes while supporting legal operations and maintaining ce...
3 weeks ago
MEPF Field Commissioning Technician
$75K - $95K *
Lead the charge in overseeing MEPF construction processes, ensuring quality execution from design to completion. Collaborate with teams, manage subcontractors, and resolve issues to deliver successful...
2 weeks ago
MEPF Field Commissioning Technician
$80K - $95K *
Drive the execution of MEPF systems in large-scale construction projects, ensuring quality and timely completion from design to closeout. Collaborate with teams, manage subcontractors, and oversee com...
2 weeks ago
Construction Materials Principal Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in ensuring quality and performance across diverse construction materials testing projects, mentoring teams, and driving business development while maintaining technical excellence and...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Deliver impactful mechanical engineering solutions in a collaborative team, focusing on HVAC and plumbing design for light industrial facilities, including water/wastewater treatment plants, ensuring...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform your career by designing innovative building structures and components. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize designs for cost and compliance while ensuring customer satisfaction in...
Yesterday
$95K - $115K *
Support electrical design efforts in a nuclear facility, ensuring timely closure of Change Requests. Collaborate across teams to revise documentation and verify compliance with industry standards for...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Overhead Catenary System (OCS) Design Engineer
$80K - $105K *
Empower your career by leveraging your engineering expertise in OCS design, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance sustainable transit solutions while reducing Canada's carbon footprint through in...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Substation Automation Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Transform electrical substations by designing and implementing automation systems. Lead projects, configure RTUs/PLCs, and ensure seamless communication protocols while providing technical support and...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Engineer the future of electrical and instrumentation design by leading complex projects, applying advanced techniques, and mentoring junior staff while ensuring compliance with industry standards and...
1 week ago
QA/QC Engineer - Field Quality
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in ensuring quality compliance and performance for electrical and mechanical systems in mission-critical environments. Collaborate across teams to uphold safety standards and drive con...
3 weeks ago
$83K - $104K *
Optimize project execution by supporting construction management on key global initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage subcontractor performance, and ensure project milestones are met thro...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Principal Electrical Manufacturing Engineer
$175K - $200K *
Grow by leading innovative manufacturing techniques for complex PCBAs. Collaborate with design teams to ensure manufacturability, prototype development, and effective production scaling while establis...
Reposted 1 week ago
Mechanical Engineering Consultant 2 - Mission Critical
$145K - $222K *
Advance your career by leading multidiscipline engineering projects, ensuring safety, budget, and schedule compliance while mentoring junior engineers and enhancing client experiences throughout the p...
6 days ago
Controls Engineer II - Controls Design
$80K - $105K *
Drive innovation in control systems by leading design, integration, and testing projects. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and enhance industrial automation solutions while developing technical...
3 weeks ago
Staff Service Systems Engineer
$130K - $155K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of service systems for solid-state transformers. Lead the development of a comprehensive service record and monitoring tools, ensuring reliability and efficiency...
Today
Staff Service Systems Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Drive the future of service systems engineering by building robust data foundations and tools for our growing fleet. Lead a team to ensure reliability and efficiency, connecting field data to engineer...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Lead engineering initiatives by developing customer relationships and delivering tailored solutions. Oversee team performance, manage workloads, and ensure engineering excellence while driving busines...
1 week ago
Project Engineer - Telecommunication
$85K - $100K *
Drive the development of critical infrastructure projects, focusing on utilities and construction management. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success and compliance while enhancing community...
Reposted 5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Advance optical innovation by sourcing components, building prototypes, and characterizing fiberoptic devices. Collaborate on SOP development and support production while managing multiple projects ef...
Yesterday
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing optical technologies through innovative design, prototyping, and testing of fiberoptic devices. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts to drive projects f...
Yesterday
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in developing and mentoring Field Engineering staff while providing hands-on technical support for AV/IT systems. Drive project success through effective team management, troubleshooti...
3 weeks ago
What is a Commissioning Engineer?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.