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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$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

$92K - $138K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading projects, ensuring quality standards, and driving innovation. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes, maintain client relationships, and uphold complia...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee project execution, ensuring quality control, safety compliance, and resource management. Collaborate with field leadership to drive successful project completion and opt...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $110K *

Innovate electrical engineering solutions by managing diverse projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design efficient electrical systems, including EV...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$83K - $110K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead electrical design projects, mentor engineers, and innovate solutions for building systems, including EV charging infrastructure. Collaborate across dis...

Markham, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and analysis of complex electrical power systems. This role combines field and office work, providing expert support in protection, relay design, and commissioni...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$62K - $112K *

Advance your career by leading field construction efforts for critical facility modifications and installations, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards while managing multi-million d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$86K - $129K *

Champion reliability and performance in manufacturing by enhancing equipment maintenance strategies, leading root cause analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous impr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $190K *

Discover an exciting opportunity to shape space networking technology by designing cutting-edge electronics. Collaborate with experts to create high-speed digital and optical systems that redefine com...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing high-precision mechanical systems for diverse applications. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team throughout the project lifecycle, from concept to integration, ensur...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative solar and energy storage projects. Drive technical excellence, mentor teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to shape sustainable energy solutions across No...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the reliability of mission-critical data center operations through comprehensive testing and commissioning of electrical and mechanical systems. Bring your tec...

Ohio, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Advance your engineering career by designing and analyzing electrical systems for aircraft modifications. Collaborate with project managers and customers to ensure successful project execution and com...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $147K *

Lead the charge in defining project scope and managing changes, ensuring seamless integration of electrical engineering activities with multidisciplinary teams while providing technical guidance and s...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive the development and execution of large-scale thermal power generation projects across North America, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project de...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development and execution of large-scale thermal power generation projects, overseeing all phases from concept to commissioning while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure pro...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.