Commissioning Engineering Techs

Job Title

Commissioning Engineer

Join our team as a Commissioning Engineer where you will work both individually and collaboratively to support capital projects and implement solutions. Your efforts will help clients achieve critical changes to enhance performance and meet their most important goals.

• Coordinate work schedules and manpower forecasts for owner's operations technicians.
• Manage and track commissioning constraints and deficiencies to schedule or quality of Basebuild utility systems post-construction installation.
• Integrate construction and design schedules with commissioning activities.
• Provide reports and updates on schedule and quality metrics.
• Conduct system and facility engineering job walk assessments.
• Troubleshoot and perform root cause failure analysis on assigned projects.
• Train suppliers in owner's commissioning software systems.
• Provide and manage access for suppliers in owner's commissioning software systems.
• Collaborate effectively with engineering design team members and client representatives.

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in commissioning or construction for I&C or Electrical Basebuild systems in the Advanced Technology sector.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation, PLC5, & Control Logix hardware and software.
• Experience with multi-discipline large capital projects involving Owners, General Contractors, Contractors, and System Integrators.
• Good understanding of Design/Build (Engineering and Construction).
• Proficient in complex process systems architecture & design, Instrumentation, Device Selection, Networking, PLC & I/O architectures, P&IDs, data sheets, and SCADA.
• Working knowledge of environments common in large industrial applications such as Dry/Wet Mechanical, AWN, Gas/Chem Distribution, HVAC, and Clean Room environmental control.
• Proficient in written and verbal technical communication including report generation and group presentations.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or similar technical field (preferred).
• Associate's degree or technical certification in electrical, mechanical, or control systems engineering or a related field. Direct experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working with control systems in a data center or similar environment.
• Proficiency in control systems programming and configuration.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical, and building automation systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with various control system platforms; BMS (Building Management Systems) or SCADA is a plus.
• Experience conducting I/O checkouts.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.

This position is onsite in Abilene with a work schedule of 50 hours per week. Per diem is included. The role involves working closely with a team of industry experts to deliver high-quality solutions to leading companies.

Contract position based out of Abilene, TX.

Pay range: $32.00 - $50.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Abilene, TX.

Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Jan 1, 2026.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.