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Mission Critical Commissioning Engineer

LVI Associates
Edison, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 9/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/28/2026
Mission Critical Commissioning Engineer Locations: Edison, NJ & Vineland, NJ

A growing engineering and commissioning consultancy is seeking a Mission Critical Commissioning Engineer to support complex critical facility and data center projects. This role offers hands-on involvement throughout the commissioning process, from construction inspections and equipment startup through functional performance and integrated systems testing.

The position is open to engineers with a mechanical and/or electrical background. More experienced candidates may also have opportunities to lead commissioning activities and take greater ownership of projects.

Please note: This position is not available for employment visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.


The Mission Critical Commissioning Engineer will be responsible for:

  • Preparing commissioning plans, checklists, test procedures, and project documentation.
  • Performing construction inspections, startup verification, functional testing, and integrated systems testing.
  • Supporting Level 1-5 commissioning activities on mission critical projects.
  • Testing mechanical and/or electrical infrastructure including HVAC and cooling systems, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, batteries, and electrical distribution.
  • Verifying BMS, EPMS, and DCIM systems, including alarms, interlocks, redundancy, emergency modes, and failure sequences.
  • Reviewing drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, submittals, and testing documentation.
  • Identifying and tracking commissioning deficiencies through resolution.
  • Coordinating with owners, engineers, contractors, controls teams, vendors, and facility personnel.
  • Preparing commissioning reports and providing updates on testing progress and open issues.
  • Leading commissioning activities and project coordination as experience allows.

The Mission Critical Commissioning Engineer should have the following:

  • 3 years of experience in commissioning, MEP construction, facilities engineering, controls, TAB, equipment testing, or a related field.
  • Experience with mechanical and/or electrical building systems.
  • Exposure to data centers, mission critical facilities, or other high-availability environments preferred.
  • Experience with HVAC, central plants, controls, electrical distribution, generators, switchgear, UPS systems, or similar infrastructure.
  • Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams, control diagrams, and sequences of operation.
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline preferred; equivalent experience considered.
  • Ability to travel to project sites and support off-hours testing when required.
  • PE/EIT, CCP, CPMP, ACG/NEBB/AABC, PMP, or other relevant certifications are a plus.

Interested in taking the next step in your commissioning career? Apply today to learn more about the opportunity and upcoming mission critical projects.

Salary : $100,000 - $135,000

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