Commissioning engineers are dynamic problem-solving leaders. They use their strong theoretical, practical and leadership skills to oversee and guide engineering projects, serving as a coordinating intermediary between the company and the customer.
In general, commissioning engineers need to be able to apply their ingenuity and technical skills to review, troubleshoot, resolve, and prevent a range of challenges for customers together with their team members. They are crucial to ensuring that equipment and machinery are developed, installed and function as they should, and coordinating between the company and customer to achieve smooth operation. Commissioning engineers often work in the field at a customer site, making it a great career for people who do not like to sit in the office all day and who enjoy regular travel.
An electrical commissioning engineer focuses more specifically on complex electrical systems and components, while a mechanical commissioning engineer specializes more in mechanical systems and devices. A commissioning engineer, however, should possess some level of proficiency in both mechanical and electrical engineering since they need to be able to understand and work with all aspects of a system.
Somebody must lead the engineering teams and work closely with the customer on projects, so there is no shortage of opportunities for commissioning engineers. Industries include construction, manufacturing, transportation, aerospace, energy, computer, and electronic manufacturing, and more.
In the construction sector, commissioning engineers may be responsible for ensuring that newly constructed buildings are built to specifications and code while reducing environmental impact. In the automotive industry, commissioning engineers may monitor the testing and operation of vehicle production lines and machinery.
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Commissioning Engineer (f/m/d)
Location: Wien
Branche: Renewable Energy
Expertise: Research & Development
Experience: 2 years
Your tasks include carrying out the initial commissioning in the factory and the commissioning at the customer's site. This includes importing the software and the PLC programme into the machine control. You will also ensure the functionality of individual components in the factory. You diagnose faults and, if necessary, carry out corrective measures as part of the machine acceptance in the factory and at the customer's site. In addition, you will ensure compliance with standards, regulations and quality guidelines during commissioning. Finally, you will be responsible for creating/supplementing checklists, measurement and error logs and reports as well as adapting cable, revision and final circuit diagrams.
Commissioning Engineer International
Location: Den Haag
Branche: Conventional Energy
Expertise: Communications & Distribution
Experience: 2 years
As a Commissioning Engineer, you will be the technical point of contact on-site, ensuring that our power distribution systems are tested and commissioned correctly. Your main responsibility is to ensure the successful delivery of projects within agreed timelines and according to our high-quality standards. You will work closely with subcontractors and colleagues from other countries to meet all safety and quality guidelines. Additionally, you will oversee the installation progress and coordinate on-site activities.
Senior Commissioning Engineer (SIMOPS)
Location: Mesaieed Industrial City
Branche: Renewable Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 5 years
The Simops Engineer in the Readiness Operations department is responsible for coordinating and facilitating the Permit to Work (PTW) tasks and Job Safety Analysis (JSA), ensuring that all documentation is accurately completed, communicated to all relevant parties, and posted as required. This role involves maintaining comprehensive reports of permits and work tasks specific to different project areas. The Simops Engineer also oversees contractor activities, assessing risks, conditions, and project priorities to ensure that work is executed safely and in compliance with project requirements. By managing these aspects effectively, the Simops Engineer helps ensure smooth operations and adherence to safety and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle
Commissioning Engineer Data Centers – Electrical
Location: Den Haag
Branche: Energy Power Plants
Expertise: Engineering & Design
Experience: 3 years
Complete the commissioning process in accordance with agreed performance indicators, ensuring safety, adherence to schedule, quality standards, and budget. Monitor commissioning results against technical requirements. Ensure the commissioning team follows defined guidelines, processes, and procedures. Act as the onsite technical representative, attending various commissioning meetings and decision-making milestones. Handle site administrative tasks related to commissioning (e.g., scheduling work, updating drawings, closing open items in commissioning systems). Ensure compliance with standards, regulations, laws, quality, and EHS guidelines.
Commissioning Manager
Location: Delft
Branche: Renewable Energy
Expertise: Planning & Testing
Experience: 3 years
Als Commissioning Manager ben je verantwoordelijk voor het gehele commissioning proces van grootschalige projecten, van de planningsfase tot aan de oplevering. Je houdt toezicht op de installatie, inspectie en het testen van alle systemen om ervoor te zorgen dat deze voldoen aan de gestelde eisen en normen. Je bent de verbindende schakel tussen projectteams, engineers, leveranciers en klanten. Jouw taken en verantwoordelijkheden: Projectplanning: Ontwikkelen en implementeren van commissioningplannen en schema’s, en het coördineren van de voorbereidingen met ontwerp- en engineeringteams. Teamcoördinatie: Als hoofdcontactpersoon tussen alle betrokkenen, zorg je ervoor dat issues snel en efficiënt worden opgelost en dat iedereen op één lijn blijft. Systeemverificatie en testen: Toezicht houden op het testen van mechanische, elektrische en HVAC-systemen en het valideren van systeemprestaties volgens de projectnormen. Documentatie en rapportage: Zorgvuldig bijhouden van alle testresultaten, logboeken en rapporten. Je levert gedetailleerde overdrachtsdocumenten op, inclusief bedieningshandleidingen en certificaten. Probleemoplossing: Identificeren en oplossen van technische problemen tijdens het commissioning proces, inclusief het coördineren van correctieve acties met leveranciers. Gezondheid, veiligheid en compliance: Ervoor zorgen dat alle werkzaamheden veilig en volgens de geldende regelgeving worden uitgevoerd. Oplevering en training: Faciliteren van de overdracht van systemen naar de klant of operationele teams, inclusief het verzorgen van trainingen.
Common commissioning engineer responsibilities
A commissioning engineer is responsible for performing and coordinating a range of important engineering tasks. Responsibilities may include:
- Coordinating and leading commissioning visits between the employing company and the customer;
- Reviewing technical system specifications and interpreting technical drawings to understand customers’ systems and needs;
- Identifying testing needs of equipment, systems, and components, and supervising the execution of those tests;
- Guiding the collection and analysis of data from the tests to troubleshoot and rectify any issues or to streamline processes;
- Collaborating with diverse engineers or technicians, like commissioning technicians, and other team members, as well as customers on the commissioning engineering projects;
- Writing reports and preparing documentation about the commissioned activities;
- Delivering engineering results in line with agreed project timelines and budgets;
- Ensuring the compliance of outputs with relevant requirements, codes, and certifications, and in line with customer needs and demands;
- Monitoring team members on the execution of their responsibilities and providing guidance and training as needed;
- Evaluating bids from contracting companies to work on the commissioned project;
- Always assuring the safety and security of team members;
Regularly traveling to commissioning sites.
Qualifications for commissioning engineers
Commissioning engineers should have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical), Technology, or a related technical field. In some countries, an engineering license may also be required.
Additional supporting skills and experience include:
- 5-10+ years of engineering experience;
- Solid understanding of mechanical, electrical, construction systems, or engineering knowledge specific to the desired industry;
- Excellent applied math, statistics, and design skills;
- Proficiency in using diverse computer operating system hardware & software, and the latest design, modeling, and calculation software like
- AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar;
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to be able to work easily with other technicians and team members;
- Excellent customer-oriented skills and leadership qualities;
- Ability to work in fast-changing environments with diverse systems and equipment;
- Willingness to travel regularly.
