Lead Field Engineer - Electrical

Bechtel•Reston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The rapid growth of AI and digitalization is fueling unprecedented demand for data centers that require large, reliable sources of energy. In response to this market trend, the Renewables & Clean Power (R&CP) team have signed an early works contract to build one of the largest gas fired power generation facilities in the U.S. Our team is helping the customer progress early-stage development, that would lead to the start of full EPC delivery next year. We're seeking experienced candidates for the Lead Electrical Field Engineer position on the Kilby CCGT Project in Pecos, Texas. The candidate will mobilize directly to the field on a long-term (camp) assignment to Pecos, TX. This position is contingent upon project award.

Requirements

Requires bachelors degree (or international equivalent) and 8 -10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience
Knowledge of aboveground and underground raceway installation processes, electrical equipment setting, cable pull management, termination program management, temp power installation and energization.
Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards (IEEE, NEC, NFPA 70E, etc)
Use of applicable BSAPs, Setroute, Teamworks, Navisworks, etc.
Well developed communication and problem-solving ability
Demonstrated ability to manage and lead teams
Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) and Quality
Able to work extended work schedules and night shift as required to support the project execution plans and schedules

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) is preferred
Experience with Simple Cycle or Combined Cycle facilities is preferred

Responsibilities

Perform the duties of a Lead Field Engineer - Electrical
Proactively engages with their teams’ development through CPM, competency development/assessment and feedback.
Supervises a broad range of construction engineering work within a specific engineering discipline.
Coordinates with design on constructability issues.
Directs the preparation of requisitions for field procured materials, material substitution, services, and equipment.
Possesses responsibility for quantity take-off, control, reporting and forecasting.
Ensures zero accident philosophy and requirements are implemented and adhered to by craft and others when in the operational area, and tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely.
Possesses responsibility for coordinating between construction and startup to ensure the various system walkdowns are performed, interfacing with the startup specialist as required to support component/system turnover and assuming responsibility (as required) for area turnover coordination as determined by the Project Field Engineer.
Reviews and approves inspection test plans
Supervises reviews of subcontractor submittals