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Commissioning Project Engineer

JLL

Remote · USFull-time$120–150K/yrPosted 6 days agoStill listed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$120–150K/yr
Location
Remote · US
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

JLL seeks a Commissioning Project Engineer to support its Commissioning & Building Analytics team across project design, construction, and post-construction phases. The role includes commissioning project coordination, field testing, design and submittal reviews, documentation, and collaboration with internal teams, consultants, and contractors. The position requires travel to client sites across the United States and does not provide visa sponsorship.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Commissioning Processes, nice to haveMechanical Systems Testing, nice to haveElectrical Systems Testing, nice to haveMechanical Testing Meters, requiredTest Results Analysis, requiredData Management, requiredWritten Communication, requiredVerbal Communication, requiredMicrosoft Office, requiredProject Schedule Coordination, requiredData Loggers, nice to haveAir Flow Meters, nice to haveElectrical Testing Equipment, nice to havePower Quality Meters, nice to haveThermography, nice to haveNETA Testing, nice to haveGround Testing, nice to haveHi-Pot Testing, nice to haveMegger Testing, nice to haveTroubleshooting, nice to haveRoot-Cause Analysis, nice to haveProject Management, nice to haveTeamwork, nice to haveIndependent Work, nice to have

Qualifications

Recognized Technical Degree or Equivalent, requiredEngineering Degree, nice to have2+ Years Relevant Engineering or Field-Testing Experience, requiredProfessional Engineer or PMP Designation, nice to haveCEM, CBCP, CPMP, BCxP or CxA Designations, nice to haveLEED AP Certification, nice to haveUS Work Authorization Without Sponsorship, required

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

JLL is currently seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Commissioning Project Engineer to provide reliable, timely and efficient support to our Commissioning & Building Analytics (CBA) team. The position entails working with a diverse group of internal and external Stakeholders at all levels of the organization. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, possess strong organizational skills, and have a team player attitude.

In particular, you will be responsible for carrying out the following duties specific to your position:

  • Have experience with all commissioning processes and deliverables covered in ASHRAE, CSA, and LEED commissioning requirements.
  • Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment/systems inspections, testing, and associated commissioning activities.
  • Monitor, review, and execute all facets of Commissioning related projects by providing exceptional technical and field activities. In addition, the candidate will be expected to demonstrate strong technical functions throughout the design, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction phases of projects.
  • Liaise with team members, outside consultants and contractors to assist in leading cross functional teams on various projects.
  • Understanding and capability of how to develop strong Commissioning Plans and Commissioning Specifications.
  • Jointly manage commissioning projects, developing commissioning activity schedules and sequence-of-work.
  • Conduct comprehensive field-based commissioning activities, including site visits, the development and approval of start-up and test forms, as well as managing, directing, and witnessing the execution of Functional Test scripts and Integrated Systems Test scripts.
  • Perform Commissioning Design Drawing & Specification Reviews, as well as Submittal (shop drawing) reviews.
  • Chair Commissioning Meetings.
  • Have understanding of how to use calibrated testing equipment used in the commissioning process (flow hoods, anemometers, pitot tubes, IR cameras, Power Quality Meters, various meters, etc.)
  • Knowledge and experience in testing mechanical and HVAC&R systems, building management & automation systems, plumbing equipment and systems, lighting controls systems and normal/emergency power systems.
  • Develop, track, and resolve issues using an Issues Log.
  • Understanding of how to develop and execute seasonal/performance tests.
  • Ability to develop and compile project documentation into site/project specific Systems Manuals.
  • Ability to develop/review/evaluate training programs for installed equipment and systems.
  • The candidate will support, front to back, all the project documentation requirements.
  • The candidate will perform, front to back, all the field activity components.

Additional Expectations

  • Willingness to travel up to 30%-40% to client sites across the USA.
  • Assist the team in meeting the demanding workload.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and assignments concurrently.
  • Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
  • Strong troubleshooting & root-cause analysis skills.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • A recognized university technical degree or equivalent. Engineering Degree is preferred.
  • Experience in the use of mechanical testing meters, ability to analyze and review reports on test results including portable temperature and humidity data loggers, air flow meters, test and balance, etc.
  • A minimum of 2 years of relevant mechanical or electrical engineering and/or field-testing.
  • Strong data management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient in MS Office products.
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate and organize multiple project schedules concurrently.

Desired:

  • Professional Engineer/PE or PMP designation is considered an asset.
  • Any combination of Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP), Certified Commissioning Process Management Professional (CPMP), Building Commissioning Professional (BCxP), or Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA) designations is considered an asset.
  • LEED AP certification is preferred.
  • Willingness and ability to travel internationally when needed.
  • Ability to use electrical testing meters and equipment and analyze and report on test results including Power Quality Meters (PQM), thermography, NETA tests, ground tests, hi-pot, megger, etc. is an asset.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Expected compensation for this position:

120,000.00 – 150,000.00 USD per year Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

Remote –Los Angeles, CA, Sacramento, CA, San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA Job Tags:

Affordable Housing Real Estate Management, Base Build Retrofit Project Delivery, Budget Development, Building Condition Survey Project Delivery, Build to Rent Real Estate Management, Consulting Industry Knowledge, Data Center Real Estate Management, Data Centre Industry Knowledge, Education & Training Industry Knowledge, Marketing, Overseeing Projects, Project Cost Tracking If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

  • 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
  • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

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How this job compares

Set against the 659 open Commissioning Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$120–150K/yr
  • California median$110–145K/yr20 salary ranges
  • US median$117–160K/yr412 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $135K, is 8% above the California median midpoint ($125K) — in the middle half of Commissioning Engineer salary ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 27 open Commissioning Engineer jobs in California and 659 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in California
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience — less than three in four Commissioning Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 522 postings).
Education
253 of the 659 open Commissioning Engineer jobs (38%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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