EPC Automation Lead

Bechtel Corporation•, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The EPC Automation Lead is responsible for implementing, configuring, and supporting jobsite digital and automation applications for a major pumped-storage energy EPC project in Arizona. The role reports to the Project Innovation and Information Manager (PIIM) and supports deployment of automation, innovation, and AI solutions across construction activities. The project will add 2,000 MW of pumped-storage capacity and includes new dams and reservoirs, underground waterways and a powerhouse, inlet/outlet structures, hydromechanical equipment, access roads, and surface facilities. The role helps ensure that project applications, data exchanges, and workflows support construction execution and meet Bechtel standards. The lead coordinates with project and functional teams, evaluates application deviations and interfaces, supports technology rollouts and security remediations, and develops execution plans and training. The position also trains and monitors contractors and suppliers for compliance with automation and reporting requirements, while encouraging innovation, robotics, AI, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree or international equivalent and 8–10 years of relevant experience, or 12–14 years of relevant work experience.
Experience delivering large, complex EPC projects.
At least 5 years of experience implementing and integrating automation technologies on construction projects.
Knowledge of engineering and construction methods and processes acquired through specialized instruction or practical experience.
Knowledge of Bechtel’s Zero Incidents safety program, a strong commitment to safety on and off the job, and commitment to everyone returning home healthy and safe.
Knowledge of EPC automation applications and related work processes, including installed quantities tracking and reporting, work packaging, cable reel administration, permanent plant equipment maintenance, and technical correspondence.
Knowledge of other functional work processes sufficient to clearly communicate Construction requirements to other functions.
Ability to build productive, collaborative working relationships with local teams and global peers.
Experience customizing Bechtel Standard Applications, including TeamWorks, SetRoute, WITS, BookBuilder, ModelBuilder, xFighters, Construction Unifier, eTrack, Smart® Completions, BPS, Synchro 4D, Powerapps, and Navisworks, to project requirements.
Experience integrating and extracting data from automation tools for project stakeholders.
Strong understanding of change management and configuration control processes.

Responsibilities

Support deployment and management of Bechtel Standard Applications (BSAPs) and associated workflows in accordance with Bechtel standard work processes.
Assist the PIIM in coordinating with the Project Field Engineer, project IS&T Lead, other automation leads, and Bechtel functional leads to support AWP and audit data exchanges involving construction applications.
Review application deviations raised by the project team, assess effects on other applications, data integration, and work processes, and coordinate verification and approval with the functional PIIM and Construction Automation teams.
Review and report on interfaces between project controls and construction applications to support data consistency, completeness, and accuracy.
Develop performance curves, metrics, trackers, and user feedback processes to identify trends and drive improvements.
Respond to customer needs, questions, and concerns, and expedite actions accurately, effectively, and promptly.
Participate in rolling out new technologies, services, and security remediations in coordination with the GBU Innovation Manager, AI Program Manager, and Bechtel Equipment Operations.
Develop and deliver execution plans and required upskilling for physical and digital solutions.
Train and monitor contractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with automation and reporting requirements.
Promote innovation, robotics, and AI across the project and foster a culture in which ideas and improvement opportunities are raised, considered, and implemented.