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At FST Technical Services, we ensure the most complex facilities operate exactly as intended. Our Commissioning division partners with clients across data centers and mission-critical environments to validate that systems are designed, installed, and performing at the highest level.
We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer who brings deep technical expertise, field leadership, and the ability to drive outcomes in high-performance environments.
Why This Role Stands Out
This is not a documentation-driven role.
This is a position for someone who:
- Owns system performance from design through execution
- Understands how complex mechanical systems operate as a whole
- Can identify and solve issues before they impact operations
You will work on large-scale, mission-critical data center projects where performance, reliability, and precision are non-negotiable.
What You will Do
- Lead commissioning activities across the full lifecycle
- Execute functional testing, witness testing, and system validation
- Manage assignments within schedule, budget, and quality expectations
Technical Expertise & Problem Solving
- Evaluate HVAC, chillers, boilers, pumps, and automation systems
- Troubleshoot system performance issues
- Review design documentation
Client Engagement
- Lead meetings and communicate findings
- Build relationships with clients and contractors
Operational Contributions
- Complete reports and manage time and expenses
Team Development
- Mentor junior engineers and support training
What You Bring
- Degree in HVACR, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field
- 7+ years experience or 3+ years commissioning
- Data center experience required
Technical Capabilities
- Experience with HVAC, controls, automation, fire safety systems
- Ability to read construction documents
Professional Skills
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in field environments and lift 30 lbs
Preferred
- EIT, CEM, OSHA 30, BIM experience
Travel Requirements
Travel to project sites as needed based on project demands.
Why FST
At FST, we value execution, accountability, and expertise. Engineers have opportunities to gain experience into leadership roles and work on complex, high-impact projects.
Compensation & Travel Package
- Base Salary: $150,000 to $170,000 depending on experience, comprehensive benefits, monthly per diem and mobilization support
- Long-term opportunity within FST’s growing commissioning organization
Important: This position is not remote or rotational from home. The successful candidate must be willing to mobilize to the project site, Georgia and remain site-dedicated for the duration of the project assignment.
No visa sponsorship available. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
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At FST Technical Services, we ensure the most complex facilities operate exactly as intended. Our Commissioning division partners with clients across data centers and mission-critical environments to validate that systems are designed, installed, and performing at the highest level.
We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer who brings deep technical expertise, field leadership, and the ability to drive outcomes in high-performance environments.
Why This Role Stands Out
This is not a documentation-driven role.
This is a position for someone who:
- Owns system performance from design through execution
- Understands how complex mechanical systems operate as a whole
- Can identify and solve issues before they impact operations
You will work on large-scale, mission-critical data center projects where performance, reliability, and precision are non-negotiable.
What You will Do
- Lead commissioning activities across the full lifecycle
- Execute functional testing, witness testing, and system validation
- Manage assignments within schedule, budget, and quality expectations
Technical Expertise & Problem Solving
- Evaluate HVAC, chillers, boilers, pumps, and automation systems
- Troubleshoot system performance issues
- Review design documentation
Client Engagement
- Lead meetings and communicate findings
- Build relationships with clients and contractors
Operational Contributions
- Complete reports and manage time and expenses
Team Development
- Mentor junior engineers and support training
What You Bring
- Degree in HVACR, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field
- 7+ years experience or 3+ years commissioning
- Data center experience required
Technical Capabilities
- Experience with HVAC, controls, automation, fire safety systems
- Ability to read construction documents
Professional Skills
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in field environments and lift 30 lbs
Preferred
- EIT, CEM, OSHA 30, BIM experience
Travel Requirements
Travel to project sites as needed based on project demands.
Why FST
At FST, we value execution, accountability, and expertise. Engineers have opportunities to gain experience into leadership roles and work on complex, high-impact projects.
Compensation & Travel Package
- Base Salary: $150,000 to $170,000 depending on experience, comprehensive benefits, monthly per diem and mobilization support
- Long-term opportunity within FST’s growing commissioning organization
Important: This position is not remote or rotational from home. The successful candidate must be willing to mobilize to the project site, Georgia and remain site-dedicated for the duration of the project assignment.
No visa sponsorship available. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Who's Hiring
- FST Technical Services15
- Jobot13
- Tesla9
- Smith Seckman Reid8
- SOLV Energy5
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting13
- Consulting & Professional Services12
- Construction & Real Estate6
- Technology & Software3
- Energy1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in commissioning project manager jobs.
- Five or more years of commissioning or startup experience on industrial or commercial projects
- Proficiency with commissioning management software and documentation control systems
- Experience developing and executing commissioning plans, procedures, and punch lists
- PMP, CxA, or equivalent project management or commissioning certification preferred
- Strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or control systems relevant to the sector
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Commissioning Project Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to commissioning phases
Commissioning project manager roles expect you to show ownership of pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup phases separately. Break your experience into those phases explicitly rather than listing generic project delivery outcomes, so hiring managers can map your background to their pipeline stage.
List systems and protocols you have commissioned
Employers in energy and industrial sectors want specifics: HVAC, electrical switchgear, control systems, or mechanical equipment. Name the systems and the standards you followed, such as ASHRAE, IEC, or client-specific commissioning protocols, not just the project scope.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists commissioning project manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by project lifecycle stage
Some employers hire for greenfield builds while others need someone for retrofit or operational turnover. Read postings for language like startup, turnover, or functional testing to tell the two apart and pitch your experience to that specific phase in your cover letter.
Prepare a commissioning walkthrough for interviews
Most technical interviews for this role include a scenario where you describe how you would commission a system from pre-check through punch-list closeout. Practice walking through your most complex commissioning from scope to turnover documentation without referring to notes.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
Commissioning roles vary widely in team size, travel expectations, and owner versus contractor side accountability. Before accepting any offer, confirm the number of active projects you will own simultaneously and whether the role requires extended on-site presence, since those factors affect workload as much as pay does.
Commissioning Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most commissioning project managers?
The companies hiring the most commissioning project managers right now include FST Technical Services, Jobot, and Tesla, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Illinois, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to concentrate in energy, semiconductor fab, and large-scale commercial construction.
How many commissioning project manager jobs are remote?
About 52% of commissioning project manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the nature of the role means most positions require at least some site presence. Sub-areas with the highest remote share include program oversight, commissioning coordination for multi-site portfolios, and owner-side project controls roles where site visits are periodic rather than continuous.
How do you become a commissioning project manager?
Start with a technical degree in engineering or construction management, then build hands-on experience as a commissioning engineer or field technician on industrial or commercial projects. Pursue a recognized credential such as the Certified Commissioning Authority designation. Progress to leading commissioning scopes independently, then move into full project management responsibility by owning schedules, punch lists, and client turnover documentation.
Can you get hired as a commissioning project manager with limited experience?
Entry into commissioning project management with limited experience is most realistic through a commissioning engineer or technician role first. Employers in HVAC, data center, or renewable energy construction sometimes hire candidates with strong systems knowledge and field exposure even without prior PM titles. Demonstrating that you have owned a commissioning checklist or led a startup sequence, even on a small scope, is more persuasive than credentials alone.
What does the commissioning project manager interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on sector background and project scale, followed by a technical interview where you walk through how you plan and execute a commissioning program from pre-functional checks through turnover. A final round often includes a panel with engineering and operations stakeholders who probe your experience with punch-list management, client reporting, and cross-discipline coordination during startup.
Where can I find and apply to commissioning project manager jobs?
You can find and apply to commissioning project manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your sector background and project experience, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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