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Senior Electrical Commissioning Engineer/Authority | Chicago, IL

Engineering$120k–$140k/yrFull-time

Principal Responsibilities

Lead commissioning activities for assigned projects from planning through project closeout
Develop and maintain commissioning plans, test procedures, and project documentation
Review design and construction documents to support system performance and project requirements
Coordinate commissioning scope, schedules, and activities with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams
Conduct site observations, equipment inspections, and field verification activities
Perform and document functional testing of building systems and track deficiencies through resolution
Prepare reports, logs, and related documentation to communicate project status and findings
Support issue identification, troubleshooting, and corrective action follow-up to help achieve intended system performance
Maintain strong client communication throughout the commissioning process
Contribute to continuous improvement, quality, and compliance across commissioning deliverables

Required Qualifications And Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field
  • Experience with NETA ATS and interpreting test results
  • Progressive experience in electrical commissioning, building systems, design, or construction administration
  • Knowledge of electrical systems and building performance verification processes
  • Ability to review construction documents, submittals, and related project documentation
  • Ability to perform site observations, testing, and issue tracking with strong attention to detail
  • Strong communication and coordination skills with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate project records
  • Ability to travel to project sites as needed

Benefits

  • Salary Range: $120,000– $140,000
  • Additional benefits include health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO)

About the Role

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Why Join Us

IMEG puts people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we offer the resources of a national design leader with the close-knit culture of a local office. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities we serve. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your work truly matters.

Electrical Commissioning Team Highlights

  • Manage and lead commissioning activities in accordance with ASHRAE Guideline 0 and Standard 202 requirements, including review of electrical designs, development of pre-functional checklists and functional performance tests, equipment installation review, review of equipment integrity tests performed per NETA acceptance testing standards, execution of functional performance tests, and issue management for power distribution systems, emergency power systems, fire alarm systems, and lighting controls systems.

Locations Available

  • Chicago, IL
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • Fairfax, VA

State of Illinois

Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay will be based on several factors including experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant.

Additional Information

In addition, IMEG Corp. provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).

Contact Information

To apply, please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.

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