Commissioning Engineer

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking Commissioning Engineers to support the planning, execution, and documentation of commissioning activities for facilities, systems, and equipment. The successful candidate will help ensure that systems are installed correctly, operate as intended, and meet applicable design specifications, performance requirements, and safety standards.

This full-time position is at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. Indian Head, Maryland, is approximately 30 miles from Washington, D.C., 25 miles from Alexandria, Virginia, and 60 miles from Fredericksburg, Virginia

Plan and execute commissioning activities for building systems, equipment, and facility infrastructure

Review design documents, technical specifications, equipment submittals, and installation requirements to support commissioning efforts

Develop and execute commissioning plans, functional performance tests, and system verification procedures

Verify that installed systems operate in accordance with design intent, applicable codes, standards, and project requirements

Prepare commissioning reports, test documentation, deficiency logs, and final turnover packages

Support system startup, testing, acceptance, and handover to facility operations and maintenance personnel

Monitor progress against commissioning schedules and communicate project status, risks, and outstanding issues

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Minimum 5 years providing building commissioning and/or construction QA/QC field services

Experience commissioning mechanical, electrical, HVAC, controls, or other building and facility systems

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and system documentation

Knowledge of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) or Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS)

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities

Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance

Must be a U.S. citizen, as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

NETA or ASHRAE certification or commissioning specific education courses

PE Preferred. EIT with Commissioning Certification is a plus

Experience working in government, military, or hazardous facilities, including environments with specialized safety and operational requirements

SpecsIntact experience a plus