About this role
Entry-Level Commissioning Engineer
At Salas OBrien we tell our clients that were engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. Thats why were committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.
Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and theyll receive great total rewards along the way.
About Us:
Founded in 1975, Salas OBrien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrows requirements are todays opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.
Job Summary:
Salas OBrien is seeking an Entry-Level Commissioning Engineer to implement energy consulting and commissioning services for large institutional clients.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare commissioning plans.
- Review commissioning specifications.
- Review equipment submittals and controls sequences of operation.
- Develop pre-functional checklists and functional test procedures.
- Conduct equipment installation and construction site inspections.
- Prepare and issue construction field reports.
- Execute and witness performance functional testing.
- Develop and maintain commissioning documentation including issues log, systems manual and commissioning report.
- Conduct Point to Point Testing.
- Conduct Sensor Calibration Testing.
- Conduct onsite QAQC equipment and controls wiring inspections.
- Conduct retro-commissioning of existing buildings for NYC Local Law 87 compliance.
- Support energy audits and detailed feasibility studies.
- Provide troubleshooting and facilities support assistance.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Energy Systems, Energy Management, or a closely related field, or the equivalent.
- 0-2 years experience (HVAC Controls background preferred).
- Experience with functional performance testing on mechanical and HVAC&R systems.
- Experience performing commissioning design drawing and specification reviews.
- Experience troubleshooting facility issues and implementing corrective actions.
Location : New York, NY
Compensation & Benefits:
The expected base salary range for this role is $75,000 - $95,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, project experience and qualifications.
This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
For more information, visit our full benefits overview here .
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas OBrien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas OBrien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.