Commissioning Engineer - Controls

Controls Commissioning Engineer – Reno, WY

Praetorian Power Protection, the leader in NETA testing and staff augmentation to the mission critical industry, is searching for a Controls Commissioning Engineer to join our Reno based team.

Pay range: $60.00/hr - $65.00/hr.

As the technical authority for troubleshooting automation, HVAC, electrical, and security controls, you will coordinate the entire commissioning process across multiple trades, from initial design reviews and pre-functional testing to complex integrated systems validation. You will play a key role in ensuring 24/7 uptime for life‑safety and business‑critical facilities, minimizing risk, enforcing contract compliance, and delivering a fully functional, resilient facility to the owner.

• Lead and coordinate all phases of the controls commissioning (Cx) process, from design reviews and submittal analysis to functional performance testing (FPT) and integrated systems testing (IST).
• Act as primary point of contact for integrating complex building control systems delivered by subcontractors, ensuring they communicate and operate as a single cohesive system.
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues in automation, HVAC (BMS/BAS), electrical (EPMS), and security control systems, including analysis of PLC logic and SCADA interfaces.
• Manage and direct multiple controls vendors and trades on site, ensuring adherence to project specifications, schedules, and quality standards.
• Develop and execute commissioning test scripts to identify and mitigate risks to critical operations.
• Enforce contract compliance and adherence to industry standards (ASHRAE, LEED, Uptime Institute).
• Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, and owner representatives to align commissioning activities with project schedules, budgets, and OPR.
• Prepare comprehensive commissioning plans, reports, discrepancy logs, and final turnover documentation for the client.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in controls, automation, or commissioning in mission‑critical environments.
• Strong technical understanding of control sequences for mechanical and electrical systems.
• Hands‑on experience with Building Automation Systems (BAS), PLCs, and SCADA platforms.
• Proven ability to read and interpret design drawings, control schematics, and technical submittals.

• Direct data center commissioning experience.
• Experience with control platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider Electric, ALC.
• Knowledge of critical power systems (UPS, generators, switch gear) and mechanical systems (chillers, CRAHs).
• Professional certification (PE, BCA, or similar).

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Accounting/Auditing and Finance (classified internally – the role works in Facilities Services).

Praetorian Power Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.