Electrical Commissioning Engineer

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That’s why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

The role of our commissioning engineers is to see that building services systems will be, are or have been put to work properly and in accordance with relevant requirements.

Role:

1. To see that our commitments to our clients are delivered on time to requisite levels of detail and quality

2. Managing the commissioning process

3. Validating the commissioning process and seeing that results obtained align with requirements

4. Inspecting existing systems to determine how they perform

5. Providing consultative advice in determining commissioning and performance requirements, commissioning strategies, programmes, scopes of work and the like

6. Carrying out measurements, surveys and other technical inspections

Additionally, at all times:

• Engaging with other members of the Company to help improve existing systems and procedures

• Talking the role of Champion in an area of specific technical interest

• To promote the company and the wider group through marketing activities

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. To act safely at all times in compliance with the Company’s health and safety policy and procedures

2. To work diligently, efficiently and professionally at all times

3. To ensure technical compliance and high-quality production of our deliverables

4. To work closely as part of a main contractor’s team in developing commissioning strategies and processes which align fully with project objectives

5. To fully adopt the Company’s project and internal management systems

6. To maintain an acute awareness of project finances and control expenditure thereof

7. To attend meetings as required

8. To prepare both internal and client reports containing technical, commercial and programme aspects

9. To develop project specific commissioning management/validation documents and procedures

10. To comment technically on drawings, manuals and technical submittals

11. To develop project specific method statements, test scripts and the like

12. To be aware and report internally on project scope change

13. To work with other members of a professional team in evaluating progress, difficulties and costs

14. To undertake hands on commissioning work as necessary

General Duties

1. To look ahead with a view to arranging test instrumentation required for testing

2. To assist in the development of tender submissions

3. To accurately complete timesheets on a weekly basis

4. To pro-actively support other members of staff in undertaking their work

Required Qualifications

• 4 years of industry experience dealing with mechanical, electrical and controls disciplines

• Proven ability to lead commissioning efforts from design through project completion

• Should have a passion for sustainability and knowledge of the commissioning process and experience with design, installation and operation of building systems (including but not limited to: HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and controls)

• Must be willing to travel every week and as long as necessary duration and frequency of travel will depend on HDR needs

• Must have demonstrated ability to troubleshoot HVAC, TAB, and Controls and have excellent report writing skills

• Must have a solid understanding of operational requirements, safety requirements, code inspections and maintenance considerations

• Strong written, verbal communication and time management skills exceptional interpersonal skills ability to interact with people at all levels

• Technical knowledge of MEP systems and HVAC expertise

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

• Multitasking ability

• Valid driver’s license

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineering degree and/or LEED ® accreditation

• A strong controls background is highly desirable

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn’t only about who you work for it’s also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other’s contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.