Commissioning Coordinator

Innio • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The INNIO Advantage: By combining a rich legacy in the power and gas compression space with pioneering technology, INNIO brings our customers affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions for today—and tomorrow. As a very successful company, we are experiencing significant growth in the United States. Today, we help meet the world's energy needs with 64 GW of installed capacity and 48,000 of our powerful Jenbacher and Waukesha engines, which can be found in more than 100 countries. By harnessing our history of energy industry firsts, along with the power of digital innovation, we will continue to deliver for the future. Welcome to a World of Innovation and Inspiration. Welcome to INNIO! As an Equal Opportunity Employer, INNIO offers a comprehensive array of international career opportunities and understands that diversity creates excellence. Known for leadership development, we aim to empower individuals to reach their full potential. Position Overview: The Commissioning Coordinator is responsible for managing and coordinating on‑site commissioning activities to ensure safe, efficient, and aligned execution, particularly when commissioning scope is large or complex. This role serves as the primary point of contact for all commissioning personnel and acts as the central coordination and communication hub for commissioning activities on site. The Commissioning Coordinator holds overall authority for the coordination of commissioning execution, ensuring compliance with company, customer, and EHS requirements while supporting project handover readiness.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience coordinating or leading on-site commissioning activities, preferably for complex or large projects
• Proven experience coordinating cross ‑ functional teams in a complex, operational environment
• Background in mechanical or technical disciplines with working knowledge of engine parts and systems; experience with natural gas compression engines is preferred.
• Experience working with commissioning documentation, reporting, and tracking systems (e.g., MyPlant or similar tools)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel up to 15% as business demands
• Valid driver’s license
• Legally authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of commissioning processes, site coordination, and execution workflows
• Ability to lead meetings, make decisions, and provide clear direction in a dynamic site environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with technicians, engineers, management, customers, and on‑site teams
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve escalations and implement process improvements that ensure compliance and operational efficiency
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, including effective coordination with cross-functional teams
• Working knowledge of EHS requirements applicable to site‑based commissioning activities
• Ability to work for extended periods on active project and commissioning sites, including navigating industrial or construction environments with stairs and uneven surfaces
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, and move between work areas as required during daily commissioning activities
• Ability to lift or move items up to 25 pounds (e.g., tools, documentation, or equipment)
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying environmental conditions common to commissioning sites
• Sufficient visual acuity

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all on‑site commissioning parties and activities to ensure safe, efficient, and aligned execution, particularly for large or complex commissioning scopes
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all commissioning employees, including company commissioning staff, engineering personnel, and commissioning contractors
• Work closely with the designated work preparator to create, track, and close MyPlant events (including warranty‑related events), ensuring correct cost center allocation and satisfactory closure
• Maintain responsibility for all on‑site warranty events during the commissioning phase; may delegate specific tasks to technicians for training purposes while retaining full accountability
• Organize and lead daily commissioning meetings (start‑of‑work and end‑of‑work), acting as meeting owner and decision‑maker when commissioning activities overlap or conflict
• Escalate non‑attendance, resourcing gaps, or capability issues to line management in a timely manner
• Monitor, justify, and approve commissioning resource labor hours within defined authority limits
• Manage company‑supplied tooling used for commissioning activities, ensuring secure on‑site storage, controlled distribution, and return to the Tooling Center
• Maintain and update the daily commissioning log, ensuring accurate record‑keeping and traceability
• Represent the commissioning scope in daily customer and stakeholder meetings, providing clear status updates and supporting decision‑making
• Act as the central communication hub for all commissioning‑related coordination, instructions, and updates
• Own the coordination of commissioning activities onsite, including directing and enforcing reasonable instructions to ensure safe and efficient progress
• Provide regular progress reporting on commissioning scope, milestones, risks, and issues
• Ensure full compliance with all company and customer EHS rules, policies, and standards at all times
• Liaise closely with the Site Manager, customer representatives, and all commissioning parties to ensure smooth execution and alignment
• Own and manage all site commissioning documentation, ensuring completeness, accuracy, quality, and timely submission
• Lead and manage the company warranty process during the commissioning phase, including evidence gathering, reporting, and case submission
• Support handover readiness by ensuring all commissioning documentation, punch lists, and closeout requirements are completed
• Identify opportunities for improving commissioning processes and implement best practices
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in reciprocating engine technology and commissioning techniques
• Performs other duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity

Benefits

• INNIO offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees