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Cushing Terrell is seeking a Commissioning Professional to join our team. In this role, you will commission HVAC and refrigeration systems for new and renovated projects, ensuring building systems perform as designed. You’ll work closely with designers and contractors and deliver high-quality commissioning reports.

What You'll Do

• Lead field commissioning of HVAC, refrigeration, and related mechanical systems, including start-up, functional performance testing, and handover
• Perform design reviews and review shop drawings during construction administration
• Execute and document commissioning tests, collect data, and write clear reports with findings
• Use measurement tools and data loggers to verify airflow, temperature, pressures, and control sequences
• Support junior staff through mentoring and contribute to QA/QC and best-practice checklists
• Ensure equipment meets all legal requirements and codes
• Consult with clients to determine functional requirements and prepare information regarding design, specifications, costs, and construction time
• Communicate results clearly by preparing data-driven reports comprehensible to expert and non-expert audiences
• Travel to project sites to perform thorough inspections
• Verify that system operations correspond to predetermined norms

What We're Looking For

• One of the following: 1) a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years commissioning experience, or 2) 10+ years of experience commissioning HVAC, refrigeration, or other electrical systems
• Strong understanding of HVAC/refrigeration system components such as RTUs, chillers, boilers, VAV, and controls
• Comfortable working onsite with overnight travel up to 45% (multi-day site work is common)
• Ability to perform design reviews and read construction documents and specifications
• Strong technical writing and client communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook; Bluebeam or similar PDF markup tools
• Certification: CCP, CxA, or BCxP

Nice to Have

• Experience with building automation controls and sequences (BACnet, Modbus)

Technical Stack

• Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
• Bluebeam or similar PDF markup tools
• Building automation controls (BACnet, Modbus)

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive benefits package
• Work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets
• Salary: $75,000 to $105,000 annually

Work Mode

This is an onsite position requiring travel to project locations.

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