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Commissioning Engineer

McKinstry

Portland, ORJob$84–130K/yrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$84–130K/yr
Location
Portland, OR
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

McKinstry is seeking a Commissioning Engineer for its Tech Services team in Portland, Oregon. The engineer leads commissioning activities on projects and systems, reviews design and construction materials, develops commissioning plans, and manages projects through testing, reporting, and documentation. The role also includes coordinating with project stakeholders, overseeing systems training, and providing feedback on system design and performance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Commissioning EngineeringMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMechanical SystemsControl SystemsConstruction DocumentsFire and Life Safety SystemsPlumbing SystemsLighting SystemsSecurity SystemsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationBuilding Automation Systems

Qualifications

5+ Years Relevant ExperienceMechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree or Equivalent Work Experience

Benefits

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

Full job description

Commissioning Engineer

Location OR - Portland

Job Family Commissioning

Apply Now (https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg02/ats/careers/v2/applyRequisition?org=MCKINSTRY&cws=41&rid=10440)

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

  • renewables and energy services

  • engineering and design

  • construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are currently seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join our growing Tech Services team in Portland, OR. With support from aSR. Cx engineer or Lead Cx Engineer, leads commissioning activities on a variety of projects and systems to validate proper installation. Performs review of basis of design, MEP drawings, submittals, and construction reports. Creates Cx plan, FPT’s and manages the project from start to finish. Finalizes the Cx report documentation and site reporting. Finalize systems manual, O-logs and other Cx documents.

  • Manage project specific pre-start, start-up, and test-adjust-balance field work.

  • Conduct commissioning coordination meetings as needed with owner, project management, contractor, and other commissioning team members as defined in the commissioning plan.

  • Develop a project specific training agenda and manage the systems training.

  • Represent McKinstry at project specific commissioning coordination meetings.

  • Provide recommendations and feedback regarding the design, equipment selection, test and balance requirements, maintainability, and potential enhancements of the system.

  • Communicate noted commissioning issues, questions, and concerns through proper channels in a timely manner.

  • Other duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry:

  • Demonstrates proficiencies as a commissioning engineer.

  • Advanced proficiency with MS Suite skills including project, Excel and Word.

  • Working knowledge of mechanical and control systems.

  • Ability to read and understand construction documents and the ability to identify potential issues within the CD’s.

  • Intermediate knowledge and understanding of Fire/life safety, plumbing, lighting, and security systems.

  • Communications skills both verbal and written.

  • Efficient use of building automation systems.

  • BA/BS in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent work experience.

  • 5-10 years relevant experience.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

  • Competitive pay

  • 401(k) with employer match and profit sharingplan

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

  • Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance

  • Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

  • Transgender inclusive benefits

  • Commuter benefits

  • Pet insurance

  • “Building Good” paid community service time

  • Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University

  • McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career. ** **

The pay range for this position is $84,060 - $129,580 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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How this job compares

Set against the 715 open Commissioning Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$84–130K/yr
  • US median$117–160K/yr468 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $107K, is 23% below the US median midpoint ($138K) — in the lowest quarter of Commissioning Engineer salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 715 open Commissioning Engineer jobs across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most across the US
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Commissioning Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (592 postings).
Education
302 of the 715 open Commissioning Engineer jobs (42%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 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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