Commissioning Project Engineer

Thermal Scientific Works

Commissioning Project Engineer responsible for project coordination and mechanical installation for ThermalWorks. Handling equipment startups to ensure project success with 50% travel.

Posted 6/10/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate scheduling and logistics for equipment startups and integrated system testing (IST) across multiple concurrent projects.
Attend project meetings and serve as a key point of contact for scheduling, milestone tracking, and field readiness.
Track and communicate project status updates to the Director of Startup & Commissioning and internal stakeholders, escalating schedule risks proactively.
Review project documentation including schedules, submittals, and commissioning plans to identify risks or scheduling conflicts in advance.
Manage resource coordination across multiple active projects, balancing technician availability with project demand as capacity scales.
Identify and flag operational bottlenecks or recurring scheduling failures, recommending process improvements to leadership.
Work closely with the mechanical install Project Manager to align installation milestones with commissioning readiness, ensuring smooth handoffs and no gaps between install completion and startup mobilization.
Collaborate with field technicians, project managers, and customers to confirm all pre-startup requirements are met prior to mobilization.
Serve as a liaison between ThermalWorks and customers, general contractors, and PM teams to align expectations and maintain schedule integrity throughout the installation and commissioning phases.
Own and oversee flush and fill procedures for ThermalWorks equipment in the field, ensuring proper execution in accordance with company standards and equipment specifications.
Verify fluid selection, concentration, and system cleanliness requirements are met prior to equipment startup.
Document flush and fill activities, results, and any deviations, maintaining records that support warranty compliance and long-term equipment performance.
Serve as a technical resource for field technicians and customers regarding flush and fill requirements, troubleshooting non-conformances as they arise.
Support continuous improvement of flush and fill procedures and training materials as equipment lines and project volume grow.
Support the development and continuous improvement of startup and commissioning procedures to accommodate growing project volume.
Conduct post-startup follow-ups with customers to confirm system performance meets design intent, address outstanding punch list items for CX, and ensure a complete and professional close-out of each project.
Collaborate with ThermalWorks engineering and manufacturing teams to communicate field findings, recurring installation issues, and design feedback — closing the loop between field performance and future equipment builds.
Travel to customer sites for startups, ISTs, flush and fill operations, and project coordination meetings (approximately 50% travel).
Maintain accurate project records, schedules, and reporting in alignment with company standards.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Background in mechanical systems, HVAC, or related field through formal education, technical training, or equivalent industry experience.
Working knowledge of pipe design and mechanical system layouts.
Hands-on commissioning (CX) experience with an understanding of startup sequencing and system verification processes.
Familiarity with flush and fill procedures for closed-loop hydronic or process cooling systems.
Familiarity with industrial HVAC systems, including chillers, pumps, and process cooling equipment.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple project timelines simultaneously.
Effective written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting updates in project and client meetings.
Proficiency with standard project management and scheduling tools (MS Project, Excel, or similar).
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel approximately 50% of the time.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation.
A flexible, autonomous work environment.
A culture of respect, learning, and excellence.
Experienced, highly talented experts as team peers.
Growth and travel opportunities.
A team of change-makers having a significant impact on people and the planet.

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Hard Skills & Tools

mechanical systemsHVACpipe designmechanical system layoutscommissioningstartup sequencingsystem verificationflush and fill proceduresclosed-loop hydronic systemsprocess cooling systems

Soft Skills

organizational skillscommunication skillspresentation skillsproject managementproblem-solvingcollaborationrisk managementresource coordinationprocess improvementcustomer service

Certifications

valid driver’s license