Senior Commissioning Engineer

Location: Bend, Oregon

Salary: Starting at $145,000-$155,000+ DOE, plus profit-sharing and full benefits

HireIQ Solutions is leading the search for a Mechanical Commissioning Engineer to join a growing consulting engineering firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-performing and sustainable building systems across the Pacific Northwest.

This role sits within the commissioning division and offers the opportunity to drive system performance and long-term building optimization across critical facilities, including higher education, laboratories, healthcare, government buildings, and central utility plants.

The right candidate brings technical rigor, sound judgment, and strong communication skills—along with a natural drive to connect technical detail to real-world outcomes. This is a high-impact role that combines field-based commissioning, design advisory, energy systems optimization, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and lead on-site field investigations, functional performance testing, and system troubleshooting.
• Conduct design reviews to ensure systems align with project requirements, energy efficiency goals, and sustainability best practices.
• Serve as a trusted MEP technical advisor across engineering teams, contractors, and owners throughout the design and construction lifecycle.
• Support the development of commissioning specifications, system manuals, and operational documentation.
• Participate in feasibility studies, energy audits, and retro-commissioning initiatives.
• Review RFIs, change orders, and submittals for system-level impacts.
• Attend OAC meetings and site inspections to represent the owner's technical interests.
• Contribute to internal standards, team mentorship, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Stay current with ASHRAE, OSHE, and healthcare HVAC guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in Oregon or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• 6+ years of experience in MEP systems design, commissioning, or consulting engineering.
• Expertise in HVAC and central plant systems.
• Experience working on multidisciplinary teams across construction, design, and facilities.
• Ability to lead field investigations and perform technical reviews independently.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and client interaction skills.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in healthcare, laboratory, or mission-critical environments.
• Strong understanding of sustainable design and energy optimization strategies.
• Proven ability to evaluate system deficiencies and recommend actionable improvements.
• Comfortable serving as a liaison between design, construction, and operations teams.
• Analytical mindset with follow-through, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Experience mentoring junior staff and contributing to standards development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Profit-sharing bonus based on company performance
• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-contributed 401(k) or SEP IRA retirement plan
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and sick leave
• Professional development assistance and paid certifications
• Relocation assistance available
• Flexible hybrid work schedule (must live locally)