Mechanical Commissioning Engineer Opening in Des Moines – Building Commissioning Company with Excellent Benefits and Competitive Compensation!

A bit about us:

We are a trusted, independent third-party commissioning provider based in West Des Moines, IA. With over 20 years of experience, we specialize in commissioning, retro-commissioning, LEED commissioning, facility analysis, thermal imaging, indoor air quality testing, energy audits, and certified test & balance services. We serve clients in education, healthcare, government, and commercial sectors across the region.

We're expanding and looking to add a skilled Mechanical Commissioning Engineer to our growing team. This role offers a dynamic mix of fieldwork and office work and the opportunity to take ownership of exciting new projects.

Why join us?

• Salary: $80,000 – $105,000 DOE
• 401(k) with 2% profit share + 3% safe harbor contribution (100% vested after 2 years)
• Outstanding Health Benefits – Single plan at $1/month, Family plan at $100/month
• High-Deductible HSA Plan with company support
• 3 Weeks Paid Vacation + Paid Holidays
• Flexible work options – 50% field / 50% office
• Vehicle Reimbursement for site visits

Job Details:

• Position: Mechanical Commissioning Engineer
• Location: Des Moines, IA
• Company Size: 20 employees
• Industry: Commercial, Healthcare, K-12, Universities, Retail, Government/Municipal
• Type of Work: Commissioning, Retro-Cx, LEED Cx, Energy Audits, Indoor Air Quality

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple commissioning (Cx) projects from award through occupancy
• Review mechanical design drawings and perform installation reviews during construction
• Develop and execute functional test procedures
• Prepare technical reports and documentation packages
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and architects to ensure system compliance
• Verify operational performance and efficiency of building systems

Qualifications:

• Experience as a Commissioning Engineer or in a similar mechanical engineering role
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems and mechanical design standards
• Excellent communication skills and client-facing professionalism
• Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines independently