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Associate Engineer - Mechanical Commissioning

Veolia, San Jose, CA, United States


Job Description
Position Purpose:

Associate Project Engineer - Commissioning with Mechanical Concentration, must be a self-motivated, energetic professional and versed in projects touching on building MEP systems design, commissioning, retro-commissioning, and construction of critical systems ranging in size and complexity. The ideal candidate shall possess theoretical and practical knowledge in the testing and troubleshooting of mechanical systems and related controls. Candidate will be responsible for executing daily tasks, maintaining project schedules and assisting Project Engineers. This Client-Facing role requires technical competency, organizational skillset, and reports directly to the Project Engineer.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

Commission mechanical distribution equipment and related controls in a variety of environments, including:

Mission critical facilities (e.g. data centers)

Central boiler and chiller plants

Small power generation and cogeneration stations (up to 100 MW)

Conduct Level 1 – 5 commissioning activities in accordance with client requirements

Perform physical testing of mechanical equipment and measure results using test instrumentation

Identify and assemble relevant documentation, drawings, and data

Monitor mechanical system performance and suggest improvements where needed

Assist in developing building- specific commissioning plans

Develop and/or review factory witness test procedures

Attend factory witness tests and provide detailed report identifying deficiencies

Submit and maintain daily commissioning reports as required

Train junior engineers

Respond to customer inquiries in a manner that exceeds the customer’s expectations

Ensure compliance with safety regulations

Knowledgeable with common mechanical, and controls-related building equipment, including:

Fuel Systems

Backup generators

Reciprocating engines

Chillers (i.e. electric, air‑cooled, multi‑stage)

Boiler (steam and hot water)

Pumps

Roof top units

Air handling units

Computer room air conditioning units

Computer room air handlers

Cooling towers

VESDA

Fire Protection

Building management systems

Work Environment:

Travel nationwide 50% - 75% if not assigned locally.

Qualifications
Education/Experience/Background:

BSc/MSc in Mechanical Engineering with 2 or more years of hands‑on experience in mechanical/controls test and commissioning of mission critical systems

OR

Minimum of 4 or more years of experience as a commissioning agent with hands‑on experience in mechanical/controls test and commissioning of mission critical systems.

Experience in Mission Critical facility commissioning essential.

Distributed control system experience is a plus.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Organized, detail‑oriented, analytical, proactive, problem solver.

Good communication and relationship skills.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work with limited supervision.

Reasonable understanding of Building Management Systems.

Deep understanding and application of test instrumentation.

A "client-first" mentality.

Required Certification/Licenses/Training:

Professional Engineers License is a plus but not required.

Additional Information
Pay Range: $75000 to $85000 per year.

Benefits:

Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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