Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer

IMEG

Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer at IMEG leading commissioning activities for high-performing building systems. Collaborating with clients and teams to ensure compliance with project requirements and quality standards.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $120,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead commissioning activities for assigned projects from planning through project closeout
Develop and maintain commissioning plans, test procedures, and project documentation
Review design and construction documents to support system performance and project requirements
Coordinate commissioning scope, schedules, and activities with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams
Conduct site observations, equipment inspections, and field verification activities
Perform and document functional testing of building systems and track deficiencies through resolution
Prepare reports, logs, and related documentation to communicate project status and findings
Support issue identification, troubleshooting, and corrective action follow-up to help achieve intended system performance
Maintain strong client communication throughout the commissioning process
Contribute to continuous improvement, quality, and compliance across commissioning deliverables

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field
Experience with NETA ATS and interpreting test results
Progressive experience in electrical commissioning, building systems, design, or construction administration
Knowledge of electrical systems and building performance verification processes
Ability to review construction documents, submittals, and related project documentation
Ability to perform site observations, testing, and issue tracking with strong attention to detail
Strong communication and coordination skills with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate project records
Ability to travel to project sites as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

health insurance coverage
an employee wellness program
life and disability insurance
a retirement savings plan
paid holidays
paid time off (PTO)
annual bonuses
stock ownership options
generous PTO
flexible schedule
assistance with tuition reimbursement

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Hard Skills & Tools

electrical commissioningbuilding systemstest proceduresfunctional testingsystem performanceissue trackingproject documentationdesign reviewconstruction administrationbuilding performance verification

Soft Skills

client communicationcoordination skillsattention to detailtroubleshootingcontinuous improvementquality assuranceproject managementmultidisciplinary teamworkproblem-solvingtime management