Washington University in St. Louis · 1 day ago
Commissioning Engineer & Mechanical Project Manager (Specialized Critical Facilities) - OFMD
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$84K/yr - $148K/yr
10+ years expWashington University in St. Louis is a leading institution in patient care, research, and education, and they are seeking a Commissioning Engineer and Mechanical Project Manager. This role involves managing the verification and validation of critical infrastructure systems within specialized facilities, ensuring compliance with operational and regulatory standards.
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Responsibilities
Develop, review, and execute comprehensive commissioning plans, procedures, and checklists for mechanical, electrical, and control systems. Prepare commissioning checklists and associated documents
Oversee and conduct on-site inspections, pre-functional checks, functional performance testing (FPT), and integrated systems testing
Identify, diagnose, and resolve complex system deficiencies and performance issues in collaboration with design engineers, contractors, and vendors
Serve as the primary technical liaison, coordinating activities between design, construction, operations teams, and third-party vendors to ensure a seamless commissioning process
Ensure all commissioning activities and documentation adhere to industry standards and regulatory requirements
Maintain meticulous documentation of all test results, observations, and resolutions; prepare detailed commissioning reports for key stakeholders
Provide technical support and comprehensive training to facility operations and maintenance personnel for newly commissioned systems
Promote and ensure compliance with all on-site safety protocols and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
Construction (10 Years)
Preferred
A minimum of 5 years of experience in commissioning, start-up, or operations of complex mechanical and electrical systems, preferably within critical environments (e.g., labs, clean rooms, data centers, hospitals, industrial plants)
Strong understanding of critical facility infrastructure
Familiarity with testing equipment and data acquisition tools
Experience with commissioning software platforms (e.g., CxAlloy, Facility Grid)
Bachelor's degree - Mechanical Engineering
Associate Commission Professional (ACP) - Building Commissioning Certification Board (BCCB)
Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP) - Building Commissioning Certification Board (BCCB)
Professional Engineer (PE) - National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)
Professional Engineer - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
Site Infrastructure And Building Systems, Including Structural, Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Horizontal And Vertical Transportation Systems For Large Campuses (5 Years)
Adaptability
Air Valves
Analytical Thinking
Building Automation Systems
Building Management System (BMS)
Construction Management
Control Schematics
Critical Thinking
Deadline Management
Detail-Oriented
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Systems
HVAC Systems
Interpersonal Communication
LEED Projects
Microsoft Excel
Oral Communications
Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
Problem Solving
Professional Ethics
Resilience Under Pressure
Single Line Diagrams
Supervision
Technical Drawings
Written Communication
Benefits
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
Company
Washington University in St. Louis
Washington University’s mission is to discover and disseminate knowledge, and protect the freedom of inquiry through research and teaching.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$24.6MKey Investors
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2024-09-13Grant
2023-12-01Grant· $0M
2019-01-31Grant
Leadership Team
Jessie Minton
Vice Chancellor for Technology and Chief Information Officer
Keisha Mabry
Adjunct Lecturer
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