Commissioning Engineers / Commissioning Technicians - Electrical & Mechanical

About Us

At HDR, we specialise in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. 

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That colouring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realisations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Our Opportunities

To support a growing portfolio of projects within our Building Engineering Services team, HDR is seeking Commissioning Engineers to join our Melbourne-based team.

Due to project requirements, Australian Citizenship is a mantaory requirement for these roles. 

We deliver commissioning services across a diverse range of building services projects throughout New South Wales and Victoria. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer or technician with some exposure to commissioning, testing, or site-based project work, looking to further develop within a global organisation.

We have opportunities across both electrical and mechanical and welcome applications from candidates with electrical or mechanical (HVAC) backgrounds, with an interest in building systems and commissioning.

What You’ll Do:

• Support the commissioning process across multiple projects:
• Assist in reviewing project schedules, drawings, manuals, and technical submittals 
• Support preparation of commissioning plans, schedules, reports, checklists, and test scripts 
• Work with senior team members to identify and track project and operational risks 
• Collaborate with contractors and project teams to support commissioning activities aligned with project objectives 
• Support Factory Witness Tests (FWT) and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), including report preparation 
• Assist with on-site inspections, pre-functional checks, and functional performance testing 
• Attend project and internal meetings and contribute to documentation and meeting minutes 
• Maintain accurate records of commissioning activities, issues, and progress 
• Support data entry and tracking within commissioning management systems 
• Contribute to progress reporting and project close-out documentation 
• Assist with coordination of third-party inspections and sign-offs 

You will also:

• Support the development and review of commissioning documentation across Australian projects
• Assist in preparing technical reports under guidance from senior engineers
• Contribute to continuous improvement across commissioning processes

About You

• Australian Citizen
• 1–3 years’ experience / exposure to commissioning related tasks, or relevant exposure through internships, placements, or site-based roles 
• Exposure to electrical systems (LV/HV distribution, switchboards, generators, protection systems, BMS) and/or mechanical/HVAC systems 
• Some involvement in commissioning activities such as inspections, FAT/FWT, or testing 
• Exposure to construction or site-based engineering environments (advantageous) 
• Previous experience in mission critical (data centres) will be highly regarded

You are:

• A strong communicator who works well both independently and, in a team 
• Proactive, organised, and keen to take ownership as your experience grows 
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and continuous improvement 

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification (degree or TAFE)
• Interest in, or working towards, professional accreditation (e.g. Green Star, LEED, CSA) – advantageous 

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