Commissioning Authority; MEP
Listed on 2026-09-02
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Engineering
Building Services Engineer
Locations (hybrid):
San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Oakland California
A nationally recognized engineering and commissioning consultancy is seeking a Commissioning Authority (CxA) to join its growing team in the Los Angeles area. This is an opportunity to work with industry-leading professionals on high-performance building projects while benefiting from a collaborative, employee-focused culture and flexible hybrid work environment.
This organization is known for its commitment to technical excellence, employee development, and sustainable building design. If you're looking for a company where your contributions are valued and your career growth is supported, this could be an excellent fit.
What You'll DoAs a Commissioning Authority, you will play a key role in ensuring building systems operate as intended across a variety of commercial and institutional projects.
Responsibilities include:- Conduct commissioning design reviews and document findings
- Develop commissioning plans, specifications, pre-functional checklists, and functional performance tests
- Perform field inspections, system verification, and functional testing
- Conduct retro-commissioning and energy audit activities
- Manage commissioning efforts for small to mid-sized projects
- Coordinate with owners, contractors, architects, and engineering teams throughout project execution
- Troubleshoot complex building system performance issues and recommend solutions
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of experience in commissioning, MEP design, test & balance, building controls, or related fields
- Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems
- Experience reviewing construction documents, plans, and specifications
- Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills
- Ability to conduct field work at active construction sites, rooftops, and equipment areas
- Hands-on experience testing and troubleshooting HVAC systems and associated equipment
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
- Willingness to travel up to approximately 40% for project-related field work
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or interest in pursuing licensure
- Commissioning certifications such as BCxA, ACG, or ASHRAE CPMP/CBCP
- Experience with retro-commissioning and energy audits
- Experience commissioning laboratories, higher education facilities, healthcare, mission-critical, commercial office, or K-12 projects
- Familiarity with backup power, fire alarm, security, energy metering, and renewable energy systems
- Knowledge of ASHRAE standards and applicable energy codes
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
- Employee ownership program (ESOP)
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Clear pathways for leadership and professional advancement
- Ongoing training, mentorship, and career development opportunities
- Collaborative, people-first culture focused on work-life balance
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