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Commissioning Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Hawaii)

Burns & McDonnell
Honolulu, HI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/30/2026
Description The Staff Commissioning Engineer leads commissioning, retro-commissioning, and energy-related efforts for complex buildings and systems across diverse markets, including correctional, federal, aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, laboratories, higher education, and commercial buildings. This role ensures commissioning efforts are tailored to meet budgetary, design, and client-specific requirements.

  • Prepare commissioning plans, specifications and checklists based on Burns & McDonnell standards.
  • Review designs, equipment submittals, operation and maintenance manual, start-up reports, checklists, and training programs for commissioning plans.
  • Lead training operation and maintenance personnel to review operating modes, sequence of operations and specifics of equipment, operations, and maintenance of commissioning plans.
  • Document commissioning results and performance shortfalls. Collaborate with owner, operation and maintenance, design and construction personnel in recommending remedial measures.
  • Plan, schedule, and perform work for small to mid-size projects and support project teams for large projects and programs
  • Development and refinement of methodologies, tools, and standards in support of an evolving commissioning practice.
  • Lead meetings with owner, operation and maintenance, design and construction personnel to understand project goals and schedule to ensure commissioning is properly coordinated.
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

  • Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 3 years of mechanical engineering experience, consulting preferred Required or
  • Bachelor Degree in Engineering or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of mechanical engineering experience, consulting preferred Required or
  • Master Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree and 2 years of mechanical engineering experience, consulting preferred Required
  • Basic knowledge in standard civil engineering techniques, principles and procedures.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
  • Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
  • Understanding of site safety procedures, including electrical safety.
  • Experience with different types of stand-alone monitoring equipment including flow meters, temperature loggers, electrical meters, and others a plus.
  • Understanding and familiarity with DOE-2, eQUEST, Energy Pro, and other modeling software a plus.
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification Preferred

Compensation

$100,000.00-210,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

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Job Engineering

Primary Location US-HI-Honolulu

Other Locations United States

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 260527

Job Hire Type Experienced #A&F

Salary : $100,000 - $210,000

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