Senior Project Engineer - Commissioning

FST Technical Services

Louisville, KY

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Automation, Automation Engineering, Automation Systems, Automotive Manufacturing, Budgeting, Building Systems, Commissioning, Commissioning - Engineering, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Drawings, Construction Engineering, Construction Equipment, Construction Management, Contract Analysis, Customer Relations, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Engineer in Training (EIT), Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Expense Management, Fire Alarm, Fitness, Functional Testing, Home Automation, Industrial Engineering, Information Models, Large-Scale Systems, Leadership, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Manufacturing Automation, Manufacturing Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Meeting Minutes, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, OSHA, Passport Requirements, Performance Testing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Engineering, Project Commissioning, Project Engineering, Pumps, Quality Assurance, Reporting Skills, Revenue Planning, Risk Management, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, School Buildings, Staff Training, Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Training Program, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Louisville, KY

POSTED

Today

FST Technical Services is seeking an experienced Senior Commissioning Project Engineer to join our growing team supporting projects in the Louisville, Kentucky area.

A Senior Commissioning Project Engineer reports to a Team Leader and is responsible for the delivery and execution of our commissioning services for complex equipment and systems supporting large-scale automotive manufacturing facilities.

This role offers the opportunity to work on technically complex projects involving building systems, manufacturing environments, and automation-driven facilities. Candidates with experience in controls systems, automation, or process engineering are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position requires approximately 50% travel, supporting projects across the United States and Canada. The successful candidate must be flexible and willing to travel as project needs require.

Responsibilities:

Primary activities include completing office assignments, time and expense management, in-field installation validation, field observation reports and meeting notes, functional performance testing, on-site and factory witness testing, writing of reports and meeting notes, submittal reviews, and design documentation evaluation.

Additional activities include executing target billable hours, managing tasks within time budgeted, leading Cx meetings, assisting the construction team with identifying/solving technical issues when they arise, and interpreting contract documents to predict scope gaps, maximize opportunities to provide value for clients, and reduce risk.

Administrative activities include supporting the Team Leader in coordinating weekly staff scheduling, training and mentoring team members on proper documentation, field procedures, and equipment usage, participating in and leading sessions of the company-wide developmental safety and training programs, and supporting revenue targets and quality assurance goals by expanding relationships with existing clients.

This role will involve regular travel to project sites throughout the United States and Canada, including automotive manufacturing and other advanced facility projects. Candidates must be comfortable working in both office and field environments and traveling to various job sites as required.

Requirements:

Completed a bachelor’s degree in HVACR, mechanical or electrical engineering, construction management, process or automation engineering or an associate’s degree in engineering technology or related trade school, construction, maintenance, or engineering controls experience
7+ years employment in a staff or intern position related to maintenance, construction, or engineering controls or 3+ years in the commissioning (Cx) industry
5+ years of experience managing the interconnectivity of building equipment including pumps, fans, motors, air ventilation, chillers, boilers, steam distribution, heat absorption, building automation systems, optimization techniques, electrical distribution, fire alarm, variable refrigerant flow, and wastewater systems
Knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, bid process, and ancillary industry documents
Aptitude to solve problems independently and in a team environment
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Public speaking and presentation skills
Adaptability to varying indoor and outdoor working conditions
Physical fitness, capability to lift at least 30 pounds, and ability to climb ladders
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Valid passport required and ability to travel internationally between the United States and Canada
Flexibility to travel approximately 50% of the time

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting automotive manufacturing or advanced industrial facilities
Background in controls systems, building automation, process engineering, or industrial automation
Trade association involvement
EIT, ACP, CEM or similar certification from experience
OSHA 30 or other safe workplace certifications
Familiarity with building information modeling

Growth & Development:
This role offers strong career growth opportunities within FST Technical Services. As the company continues to expand in the automotive and advanced manufacturing sectors, high-performing team members will have opportunities to take on increasing leadership responsibilities and advance into senior technical or management roles.

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.

About the Company

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

Senior Project Engineer - Commissioning

FST Technical Services

Louisville, KY

About the Company

FST Technical Services

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