
Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer/Authority | Chicago
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IMEG is hiring a Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer in Chicago to support commissioning of building systems against project requirements and performance goals. The engineer leads project planning, document review, field verification, testing, and issue resolution, coordinating with clients, contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams. The role also supports project documentation and coordination across commissioning phases.
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IMEG is hiring a Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer in Chicago, IL, to support commissioning efforts that verify building systems are designed, installed, and operating in alignment with project requirements and performance goals. In this role, you will help lead project planning, document review, field verification, testing, and issue resolution while partnering with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable, high-performing outcomes. You'll also support coordination and documentation across project phases to help keep commissioning activities organized and effective. Principal Responsibilities * Lead commissioning activities for assigned projects from planning through project closeout * Develop and maintain commissioning plans, test procedures, and project documentation * Review design and construction documents to support system performance and project requirements * Coordinate commissioning scope, schedules, and activities with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams * Conduct site observations, equipment inspections, and field verification activities * Perform and document functional testing of building systems and track deficiencies through resolution * Prepare reports, logs, and related documentation to communicate project status and findings * Support issue identification, troubleshooting, and corrective action follow-up to help achieve intended system performance * Maintain strong client communication throughout the commissioning process * Contribute to continuous improvement, quality, and compliance across commissioning deliverables Required Qualifications and Skills * Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field * Experience with NETA ATS and interpreting test results * Progressive experience in electrical commissioning, building systems, design, or construction administration * Knowledge of electrical systems and building performance verification processes * Ability to review construction documents, submittals, and related project documentation * Ability to perform site observations, testing, and issue tracking with strong attention to detail * Strong communication and coordination skills with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams * Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate project records * Ability to travel to project sites as needed This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Why Join Us IMEG puts people first-with a strong focus on career growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close-knit culture of a local office. You'll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters. You'll join a multidisciplinary environment focused on safe, reliable, and high-performing building systems. Electrical Commissioning Team Highlights * Manage and lead commissioning activities in accordance with ASHRAE Guideline 0 and Standard 202 requirements, including review of electrical designs, development of pre-functional checklists and functional performance tests, equipment installation review, review of equipment integrity tests performed per NETA acceptance testing standards, execution of functional... For full info follow application link. IMEG Corp. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, veteran's status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
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Set against the 706 open Commissioning Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.
- Pay
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- US median$117–160K/yr465 salary ranges
- US median$41–54/hr25 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 19 open Commissioning Engineer jobs in Utah and 706 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
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- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 297 of the 706 open Commissioning Engineer jobs (42%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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