Commissioning Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin
Commissioning engineer jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in industrial manufacturing, power generation, and building automation, with steady demand at every level from junior field technician to lead systems engineer. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay are the primary hiring hubs, home to long-established employers such as Johnson Controls, Rockwell Automation, and Alliant Energy that maintain ongoing commissioning workforces. Building automation systems, electrical power commissioning, and HVAC controls are the specialties drawing the most consistent openings across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Competitive base salary and a comprehensive bonus program.
- Three weeks paid vacation in a calendar year/holidays/sick time/three PTO days in a calendar year.
- Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one.
- Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment
- Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
- Providing Scheduling and management support.
- JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)
What you will do
This is a virtual position supporting JCI’s service branches on large, complex, commissioning projects for data centers or complex chiller plants. Performs high level analysis and engineering review on more complex technical commissioning projects. Provides on-site technical support for field teams on commissioning execution and service delivery of RTU and Chiller equipment.
How you will do it
- Provides application, engineering, & commissioning assistance for Data Center and large projects to ensure they meet objectives, schedules and budgets.
- Establishes engineering, control, & commissioning procedures on a job-by-job basis to ensure timely completion and appropriate cost control.
- Reviews sequence of operation developed by customers design team or consultants to ensure proper equipment application / control panel programming for L1 thru L5 commissioning purposes.
- Leads or participates in sales to service turnover meetings for scope clarity, personnel requirements, & contractor responsibilities.
- Provides on-site technical and training support to field personnel for L1 thru L5 commissioning of Chillers / DX Systems / AHU / Controls for data center application.
- Provides training to End Users, Mechanical Contractors and JCI Technicians on the operation of RTU equipment and systems.
- Assists in the recommendation, development, and implementation of electronic enhancements and engineering changes to create new & enhanced product offerings that will improve product performance and lower costs to strengthen sales opportunities.
- Prepares or assists in preparing proposals and other customer communication documents.
- Ensures timely and accurate completion of engineering reports (e.g. as-builts) for the engineering staff, manufacturing plants, and customers for projects.
- Maintains effective working relationships and communications with marketing, service, sales and manufacturing to ensure that products meet customers’ requirements.
- Has a high degree of technical competence in specific functional areas including RTU equipment/controls, Chiller equipment/controls, and BAS functionality and how to interact successfully with JCI equipment.
- Reviews detailed mechanical and electrical drawings specific to each project.
- Assists in locating and expedition of engineered components.
- Assists Project Management Group in developing and producing project manuals for use in project management.
- Familiarity with JCI warranty systems and how they apply to multiple systems within the data center infrastructure. Work in conjunction with the JCI branch and Mechanical Contractors to assure streamline approval for warranty issues/repairs.
- Report to JCI Product Technical Support, Engineering, and the Factory Quality team any issues related to equipment quality or recommended enhancements(innovation) to the equipment.
- Other Duties:
- Uses standard JCI development processes and tools in performing tasks.
- Responsible for remaining current with relevant engineering or design standards and practices.
- May provide post-contract design review support.
- Actively participates in relevant professional organizations.
- Responsible for the promotion and adherence of JCI safety policies.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
What we look for
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field as appropriate.
- In lieu of degree, there is a minimum of 10 experience.
- Ten years of experience in engineering / commissioning chillers / DX equipment, AHU & electronic controls related products.
- Ten years of experience in Chilled Water Systems or Operational Processes.
- Experience with Central Utility Chilled Water Systems is preferred
- Member of ASHRAE, IDEA and function- specific licenses or certifications preferred.
- Possess strong analytical capabilities and ability to manage tasks associated with development of projects.
- Fully competent in analysis and assessment of mechanical and electronic systems. Effectively leading in team settings.
- Good written and verbal communication skills and is comfortable working in customer-facing situations.
- Solid computer skills, including an understanding of MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Visio and MS Project.
- Ability to Travel approximately 50%.
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in commissioning engineer jobs across Wisconsin.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering or closely related field
- Professional Engineer license or eligibility for Wisconsin PE licensure through DSPS preferred
- Hands-on experience commissioning HVAC, BAS, or electrical power systems in industrial settings
- Proficiency with commissioning tools, test equipment, and building automation platforms such as Niagara or Metasys
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings
- Strong written documentation skills for commissioning reports, punch lists, and as-built records
Commissioning Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a commissioning engineer in Wisconsin?
Most commissioning engineers in Wisconsin enter through a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or systems engineering followed by field experience on installation or startup projects. Wisconsin does not require a state-specific commissioning license, but many employers prefer or require a Professional Engineer license issued through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. Industry certifications from NEBB or ASHRAE also strengthen candidacy for roles in building systems and HVAC commissioning.
How much do commissioning engineers make in Wisconsin?
Commissioning engineers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $110,360 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,810 for the lowest 10% to over $155,460 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire commissioning engineers in Wisconsin?
Companies currently hiring commissioning engineers in Wisconsin include Affiliated Engineers, Oracle, and Johnson Controls, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Wisconsin's strong base of industrial manufacturers, utility providers, and building automation firms means commissioning roles appear across a wide range of employer sizes and sectors.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most commissioning engineer jobs?
Madison, Menasha, and Milwaukee account for the largest share of commissioning engineer openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because it is home to major automation and controls employers including Johnson Controls and Rockwell Automation, while Madison's concentration of university facilities, data centers, and state infrastructure projects drives demand there, and Green Bay's industrial and food processing manufacturing base anchors openings in that region.
Are there remote commissioning engineer jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. Commissioning work is fundamentally hands-on and requires physical presence during equipment startup, testing, and verification, which limits remote arrangements. About 100% of commissioning engineer openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions are most often in project management, documentation review, or controls programming roles where on-site presence is not required every day.
How can I get hired as a commissioning engineer in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a field technician or startup technician role with a Wisconsin-based controls or mechanical contractor, where you work alongside senior engineers on live projects. Employers such as Johnson Controls and Comfort Systems USA operate Wisconsin offices that hire associates and entry-level field technicians. A degree in electrical or mechanical technology, combined with an OSHA-10 card and familiarity with a major building automation platform, gives candidates a measurable edge over those with no credentials.
Where can I find and apply to commissioning engineer jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to commissioning engineer jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to each one.
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