Commissioning Project Engineer

FST Technical Services

Syracuse, NY

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
LOCATION
Syracuse, NY
POSTED
26 days ago

FST Technical Services’ Commissioning (Cx) division is a national leader in commissioning, partnering with clients to deliver quality assurance across the design, construction, and post-acceptance phases of complex building projects. Our work spans education and healthcare environments, where performance, reliability, and safety are critical.

We ensure that mechanical, electrical, plumbing, BMS, and integrated controls systems are designed, installed, and tested to meet client requirements and design intent.

About the Role

The Commissioning Project Engineer executes commissioning activities across multiple project sites within the region, ensuring systems perform as intended from installation through functional testing.

This is a hands-on role combining fieldwork and technical analysis, with a strong emphasis on BMS/controls integration and system performance.

Key responsibilities:

  • Perform field validation, functional testing, and system troubleshooting

  • Support commissioning of BMS and building controls systems, including sequences of operation and integration

  • Review design documents, submittals, and construction progress

  • Lead and participate in commissioning meetings, reporting, and documentation

  • Collaborate with project teams to resolve technical and controls-related issues

  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting schedule and budget targets

This role requires regular regional travel between project sites and adaptability to fast-paced project environments.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, HVACR, Construction Management, OR equivalent hands-on experience from a relevant trade (e.g., HVAC, electrical, controls/BMS technician)

  • 5+ years in construction, commissioning, MEP systems, BMS/controls, or skilled trade experience in similar systems

  • Practical experience with building automation systems (BAS/BMS), controls integration, and functional testing

  • Strong understanding of MEP systems and their interconnectivity

  • Ability to manage multiple projects across different sites

  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office

  • Willingness and ability to travel regionally

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with BMS platforms 

  • Cx or industry certifications (EIT, CEM, ACP, etc.)

  • Trade qualifications or licenses in HVAC, electrical, or controls

  • OSHA 10 or similar safety certification

  • Familiarity with BIM

    Salary range: $90,000 to $120,000

FST Technical does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

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About the Company

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FST Technical Services

FST Technical Services was founded in 1984 to serve the needs of the growing, worldwide Semiconductor/Microelectronics and Life Sciences industries. We began as an independent interface between our clients and their subcontractors to establish build clean installation methods that satisfied internal specifications and conformed to regulatory requirements.

FST’s core expertise is in developing technical and logistical solutions for complex needs by continually investing in the most advanced equipment and training to meet the needs of the rapidly changing markets it serves. Today, our business has expanded to additional markets, including Automation, Manufacturing, Data/IT Centers, Energy/Advanced Technology and Technology/Research Laboratories.

Our experienced FST team serves as your trusted partner for QA/QC Services, Equipment Services, Staffing Solutions, Project Management, Analytical Testing and Inspections – virtually anything you might need throughout your project lifecycle. FST professionals also provide project consultation and employee training. We guide our customers throughout each project phase to ensure full compliance.

With peerless performance and proven results, FST is with you all the way.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Electronics, Components, and Semiconductor Mfg
FOUNDED
1984
WEBSITE
http://www.fsttechnical.com