Assistant Commissioning Engineer- Aviation & Federal (St. Louis)

Burns & Mcdonnell

The Role

Overview

Assist in commissioning, retro‑commissioning and energy tasks for complex buildings.

Key Responsibilities

  • project planning
  • methodology development
  • training o&m
  • commissioning docs
  • design review
  • commissioning plans

Tasks

-Assists with planning, scheduling, and performing work for small to mid-size projects and supports project teams for large projects and programs -Complies with all policies and standards -Assists with the development and refinement of methodologies, tools, and standards in support of an evolving commissioning practice -Assists with training operation and maintenance personnel to review operating modes, sequence of operations and specifics of equipment, operations, and maintenance of commissioning plans -Apply basic knowledge to document commissioning results and performance shortfalls. Collaborate with owner, operation and maintenance, design and construction personnel to recommend remedial measures -Participate in meetings with owner, operation and maintenance, design and construction personnel to understand project goals and schedule to ensure commissioning is properly coordinated -Assists with reviewing designs, equipment submittals, operation and maintenance manual, start-up reports, checklists, and training programs for commissioning plans -Assists with preparing commissioning plans, specifications and checklists based on Burns & McDonnell standards

Requirements

  • eit certification
  • energy modeling
  • monitoring equipment
  • abet degree
  • critical thinking
  • communication

What You Bring

-Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills. -Experience with different types of stand-alone monitoring equipment including flow meters, temperature loggers, electrical meters, and others a plus. -Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred. -Understanding and familiarity with DOE-2, eQUEST, Energy Pro, and other modeling software a plus. -Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located. -Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite). -Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred. -Basic knowledge in standard civil engineering techniques, principles and procedures. -Understanding of site safety procedures, including electrical safety. -Bachelor Degree in Engineering or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program required or; -Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.

The Company

About Burns & Mcdonnell

-The firm grew steadily from municipal roots, evolving into a global design‑build leader with integrated engineering, architecture, and construction services. -Headquartered in Kansas City, it has expanded its operations to more than 75 offices worldwide, including locations in the US, Canada, UK, UAE, India, and the Middle East. -It specializes in sectors such as water, power, transportation, aviation, manufacturing, and oil & gas, undertaking projects ranging from airports to chemical facilities. -Its full‑service model encompasses consulting, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, ensuring seamless project delivery from concept to operation. -The company is 100% employee‑owned, following a significant employee buyout in the 1980s that redefined its trajectory.

Sector Specialisms

Aviation

Commercial, Retail & Institutional

Environmental

Government & Military

Manufacturing & Industrial

Mining & Minerals

Oil, Gas & Chemicals

Power

Telecommunications

Transportation

Water

Buildings

Electrical Transmission & Distribution

Electric Power Generation

Industrial, Manufacturing & Optimization

Mining Infrastructure

Federal & Military

Visa Sponsorship

-candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently without sponsorship.