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Spring 2026 Commissioning Co-op

McKenney's Inc

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

3601 Performance Rd (Show on map)

Oct 14, 2025

JOB SUMMARY

As a Co-op, you will be part of the team from day one and given training and tasks that are important and impactful to our projects' success.
Success in this role depends on the Co-op's initiative and teamwork. A successful Co-op will support the Commissioning Team's efforts to review project documents for accuracy, build successful tracking systems for equipment startup and functional testing, assist in assignment of work activities for commissioning technicians, and be a part of diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving deficiencies found during the commissioning process and/or warranty period for construction projects. A top-achieving Co-op may gain the opportunity to be a part of a full commissioning effort for a large construction project under a Commissioning Project Manager's guidance.
McKenney's has a long history of success in hiring Co-ops and supporting their evolution into industry leaders. Many of our current senior leaders began their journey in the Co-op program.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Work alongside CX Project Managers to manage the Commissioning Process for all McKenney's Projects.
Coordinate with internal teams to ensure McKenney's Quality Processes are being followed.
Build projects in CX Alloy to track and validate effective equipment installation and startup.
Assist in the scheduling of startup technicians for all projects, ensuring skill sets match work to be performed.
Assist in the resolution and communication of complex engineering problems encountered on projects.
Work with the Warranty Team to identify and resolve issues encountered on projects during the warranty period.
Regularly survey project sites for adherence to McKenney's Quality Best Practices
Take on additional responsibilities each rotation while managing priorities.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:	Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Candidates must be enrolled in a Co-op program at an accredited engineering school majoring in Mechanical Engineering or a related degree. Candidates must complete at least three full-time alternating Co-op rotations before graduation and should avoid a full courseload while working, which may delay graduation. 1^st Rotation: Spring 2026 2^nd Rotation: Fall 2026 3^rd Rotation: Summer 2027	Effective communicator across a diverse group of people (PMs, field staff, vendors, subcontractors, etc.). Strong self-motivation and ability to work independently as well as within a team. Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals. Excellent problem-solving ability. World-class attention to detail.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTS

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment.

No or limited exposure to physical risk; occasional jobsite visits may require climbing permanent and temporary stairs/ladders, passenger use of hoists, and navigating active construction areas.

Light physical effort handling average weight objects up to 50 pounds may be required occasionally.

Moving Safety Forward, our initiative for continuous improvements in our safety culture, reminds us that we are on a journey toward a zero-incident culture. In all we do, we must work to build a partnership with our employees, customers and business associates that empowers them all with the ability to do their jobs safely.

McKenney's is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or gender identity. McKenney's is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.