Senior Commissioning Engineer - Power (Kansas City)
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LocationUS-MO-Kansas City
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience7+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
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Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
Minimum 7 years of mechanical engineering experience required, consulting preferred
Advanced knowledge in mechanical or electrical engineering commissioning techniques, principles and procedures
Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to clearly and effectively present complex information
Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills
Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change
Demonstrated project management skills and a strategic perspective
Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)
Understanding of site safety procedures, including electrical safety
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
About the role
The Senior Commissioning Engineer leads commissioning planning, commissioning coordination, and schedule development for various Power Plant and/or Industrial Plants. This position will lead the commissioning planning for a wide variety of electrical and mechanical equipment and systems to ensure systems are commissioning with project start standards and procedures.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
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Prepare commissioning plans, specifications and checklists based on Burns & McDonnell standards.
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Review designs, equipment submittals, operation and maintenance manual to develop commissioning plans, start-up reports and checklists.
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Develop and implement clear startup procedures as required by clients.
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Direct project teams to manage project checkout and testing activities. Provide leadership with technical staff activities to complete startup system testing.
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Oversee project deliverables for contract execution.
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Development and refinement of methodologies, tools, and standards in support of an evolving commissioning department.
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Lead meetings with owner, operation and maintenance, design and construction personnel to understand project goals and schedule to ensure commissioning is properly coordinated.
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Develop tools for tracking and reporting commissioning status to upper management, reporting progress and tracking project cost.
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Recruit, retain, train, develop, and mentor department staff.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program.
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
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Masters degree may substitute for 1 year of experience.
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Minimum 7 years of mechanical engineering experience required, consulting preferred.
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Advanced knowledge in mechanical or electrical engineering commissioning techniques, principles and procedures.
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Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
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Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
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Ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change.
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Demonstrated project management skills and a strategic perspective.
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Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
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Understanding of site safety procedures, including electrical safety.
Legal
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
About the company
Burns & McDonnell is making the world a better place every day. When we take on some of the world’s toughest challenges, we’re putting the industry’s best thinking to work, striving to create amazing success for our clients and amazing careers for our employee-owners. Our staff of more than 7,000 engineers, architects, construction professionals, scientists, consultants and business professionals is constantly growing.
We have offices and projects across the U.S. and around the globe. We are proud to rank among FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. Our culture, powered by 100% employee ownership, plays a major role in getting us there. Each employee brings a high level of commitment to every project. Clients have shown their appreciation of this dedication, rewarding us with a 90% repeat business rate and decades-long partnerships. That’s pretty cool for a firm that started as a small engineering consulting shop back in 1898.
At Burns & McDonnell, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference while fulfilling your personal and professional ambitions. Our entrepreneurial culture lets you guide your destiny and shape the path your career travels. And with hundreds of service specialties, your career and development options are endless.
Are you ready to create amazing?
Burns & McDonnell is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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