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Commissioning Engineer

Actalent
Olathe, KS Contractor
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/17/2026
Job Title: Commissioning EngineerJob Description

The Commissioning Engineer will manage commissioning activities throughout the design, construction, and occupancy phases. This role involves reviewing design documents, specifications, submittals, and sequences of operation to ensure commissioning compliance. The engineer will develop commissioning plans and perform field inspections to verify the proper installation of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, and control systems.

Responsibilities
  • Develop commissioning plans, pre-functional checklists, and functional performance test procedures.
  • Execute and document functional performance testing of building systems.
  • Troubleshoot building system deficiencies and work with project teams to develop corrective actions.
  • Participate in project meetings and provide commissioning updates to clients and stakeholders.
  • Review testing and balancing reports, controls documentation, and startup reports.
  • Coordinate with contractors, design professionals, and facility staff to resolve commissioning issues.
  • Verify system performance, energy efficiency, and operational readiness prior to occupancy.
  • Prepare comprehensive commissioning reports and project documentation.
  • Support existing building commissioning, retro-commissioning, energy audits, and facility assessments as needed.
Essential Skills
  • 3 years of experience in commissioning, MEP engineering, controls, facility operations, construction, or related building systems work.
  • Understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building automation, and energy systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and control sequences.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
Work Environment

The role operates in a collaborative team environment with opportunities for growth. The work involves a combination of office settings and fieldwork, ensuring systems are operationally ready and energy-efficient prior to occupancy.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Olathe, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.80 - $48.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Olathe,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $41 - $48

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