Commissioning Engineer & Mechanical Project Manager (Specialized Critical Facilities) - Enterprise Physical Operations

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary The Commissioning Engineer and Mechanical Project Manager is responsible for managing and leading the verification and validation of critical infrastructure systems within specialized facilities, including clean rooms, compounding pharmacies, and BSL3 labs. This role ensures that all systems perform precisely as designed and meet stringent operational and regulatory standards, bridging the gap between design, construction, and operations. Job Description Primary Duties & 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. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions Construction office and work site (exposure to machinery and equipment). Requires extensive safety training. Stockroom or warehouse. High noise environment. Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements. Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations. Physical Effort Typically sitting at desk or table. Typically standing or walking. Typically bending, crouching, stooping. Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less). Equipment Office equipment. Exposure to moving machinery. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work Experience: Construction (10 Years) Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job Preferred Qualifications: Five 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). Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree - Mechanical Engineering Certifications/Professional Licenses: 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 Work Experience: Site Infrastructure And Building Systems, Including Structural, Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Horizontal And Vertical Transportation Systems For Large Campuses (5 Years) Skills: 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 Grade G15 Salary Range $84,200.00 - $148,500.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. 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