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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$88K - $154K *

Optimize MEP inspection processes by ensuring compliance with standards, monitoring installations, and coordinating with teams to uphold quality and safety on construction sites. Drive project success...

1 week ago

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

$83K - $133K *

Lead customer engagement and technical design for critical power projects, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate across teams to resolve issues and manage multiple projects, driving successful...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $144K *

Explore your potential as a Mechanical Engineer, leading complex projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and delivering innovative solutions while ensuring quality and adherence to schedules a...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading protection design for capital projects in the energy sector. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance existing systems, ensuring safety and efficiency through innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with innovative electrical design leadership on flight simulator programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with safety and customer requirements while ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize advanced packaging and solid-state microelectronics for defense systems. Collaborate with national-level programs to mitigate risks and enhance radar technologies. Lead strategic investments...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $195K *

Lead the charge in ensuring submarine safety compliance by directing the SUBSAFE Program. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, conduct audits, and provide expert guidance to maintain high-qualit...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering initiatives in modernization and installation. Serve as the primary technical authority, mentor engineering personnel, and drive enhancements in integrated comb...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Join us to lead innovative mechanical design and integration for advanced naval systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with safety standards while enhancing operational...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $197K *

Lead the SUBSAFE Program, ensuring compliance and quality assurance for submarine safety systems. Oversee audits, manage multi-disciplinary teams, and provide strategic guidance to senior leadership w...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by mentoring a dynamic engineering team in substation design, managing client relations, and driving business development initiatives while ensuring project success and adherence t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Empower a small team of engineers in substation design projects, managing customer relations and driving business development while ensuring high-quality project execution and mentoring junior staff...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Mentor and lead a team of engineers in substation design, overseeing project execution and customer relations. Drive business development and ensure high-quality engineering standards to meet client e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize startup and commissioning activities for EPC projects, ensuring effective resource allocation and adherence to schedules and budgets. Collaborate with teams to drive project success...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine the commissioning landscape by leading complex Mission Critical projects. Drive planning, coordination, and execution while ensuring quality and compliance across multi-project assignments...

3 weeks ago

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

$91K - $123K *

Transform the pre-construction landscape by leading electrical design efforts, engaging with diverse stakeholders, and ensuring project success from concept to execution over an 18-month lifecycle...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion the development of detailed design packages and provide technical support for plant systems, focusing on instrumentation and controls. Collaborate with project teams to troubleshoot and enhan...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $123K *

Join us to lead engineering projects as the Engineer-of-Record, mentoring team members and ensuring design excellence. Collaborate with clients and manage project milestones while navigating municipal...

Nanaimo, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Drive impactful engineering solutions by leading a multidisciplinary team in delivering innovative projects across water and transportation sectors, ensuring quality and efficiency within budget and t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Champion healthcare excellence as a Senior Commissioning Agent, overseeing complex projects nationwide, ensuring robust system performance, compliance, and operational readiness in critical healthcare...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as you lead a team of Field Service Engineers in high-voltage transmission projects. Drive operational excellence, ensure safety compliance, and enhance customer satisfaction acros...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a forward-thinking team to design cutting-edge high-speed digital systems. Drive electrical design and collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and optimize products that enhance globa...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $165K *

Drive innovative control system design and engineering, ensuring optimal performance in instrumentation and controls for diverse industrial applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing asset strategies through reliability engineering, focusing on loss elimination and risk management. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and prioritiz...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of industrial engineering by leading high-quality instrumentation and control systems for diverse markets. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust designs from proposal to final...

3 weeks 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.