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AECOM is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to support multiple facilities projects for the San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD). In this role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing commissioning activities throughout the design, construction, occupancy, and warranty phases of a variety of building projects. The successful candidate will work closely with project teams, contractors, owners, and facility staff to ensure building systems are designed, installed, tested, and operated in accordance with project requirements. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact educational facilities that support student success and long-term operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed design reviews and evaluate contractor submittals for compliance with project requirements and commissioning objectives.
• Develop commissioning checklists, functional performance test procedures, and related documentation using web-enabled commissioning (Cx) software platforms.
• Establish and maintain commissioning equipment lists, test procedures, checklists, and submittal review workflows within commissioning management software.
• Lead and participate in commissioning coordination meetings with project stakeholders, contractors, and design teams.
• Identify, document, track, and resolve commissioning issues through comprehensive issues logs and reporting processes.
• Access, inspect, and evaluate building equipment and Building Automation Systems (BAS) to verify proper installation and system performance.
• Prepare commissioning observations, commissioning plans, guidance documents, progress reports, and final commissioning reports.
• Monitor Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing (TAB) activities and perform TAB verification reviews to validate system performance.
• Attend regular commissioning team meetings, provide project status updates, and maintain project tracking information within web-enabled commissioning software.
• Coordinate and oversee owner and operations staff training sessions to support successful facility turnover and long-term operations.
• Conduct warranty phase walkthroughs and verify resolution of outstanding commissioning-related issues.
• Support Guaranteed Work Orders and post-occupancy commissioning activities as required.
• Respond to client requests and provide timely communication and project updates to the Commissioning Team Lead.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary commissioning, engineering, construction, and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, Building Systems Engineering, or related field and 4+ years of commissioning, building systems, construction administration, facilities engineering, or related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to pass a motor vehicle report

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience performing building commissioning, building systems testing, functional performance testing, and commissioning project delivery.
• Experience supporting K-12, higher education, municipal, or public-sector facilities projects.
• Knowledge of Building Automation Systems (BAS), energy-efficient building operations, and facility performance optimization.
• Experience overseeing TAB activities and performing system verification testing.
• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP), Building Commissioning Professional (BCxP), Certified Commissioning Authority (CxA), or similar credential.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure.
• Strong technical report writing, client communication, and project coordination skills.

• Sponsorship is not available for this position

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About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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