Protection and Control Commissioning Technician

KentPort Arthur, TX
Onsite

About The Position

Kent is looking for a Protection and Control Commissioning Technician for a Commissioning & Startup project in Port Arthur, TX. This position is posted for anticipated upcoming projects. Qualified candidates may be contacted as project timelines are confirmed.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of Protection and Control commissioning experience.
  • Trained and familiar with System Completions database including B and C check sheets.
  • Knowledge of best practice and procedures in line with large-scale industrial projects.
  • Fully trained in all Safety related subjects outlined by Company such as Environment Concerns, Safe Operations, Emergency Response, JHA, PTW, MOC.
  • Fully trained in Incident & Injury Free and fully understand the expectations, duties, and responsibilities.
  • Prior experience completing Pre-Commissioning/Commissioning activities as per project procedures.
  • Full understanding of Permit to Work systems, able to sign for work permits, lead the Toolbox Talk and ensure the JHA is fully understood by technicians and trainees.
  • Ability to communicate effectively across location, region and corporate to accomplish objectives.
  • Possess basic computer training such as Microsoft Word and Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
  • Fully trained in Control Schematic and Single Line Diagram reading.
  • Fully trained in the use of hand tools, operation of test equipment.
  • Fully trained in Primary and Secondary injection test sets software.
  • Fully trained in Siemens, SEL, GE and A-B Relay settings software.

Responsibilities

  • Able to read and understand electrical one/three-line diagrams and control schematics for LV/MV /HV electrical systems.
  • Able to read and understand protection relays settings, control logic and communication parameters files.
  • Able to read and understand different electrical systems control narratives.
  • Able to read and understand P&ID and Instrument I/O interface drawings.
  • Carries out electrical equipment protection and control installation inspections as per project specifications.
  • Experienced in Siemens, SEL, GE and A-B protection relays programming and function testing.
  • Experienced in using different primary and secondary injection test sets to test protection relays, current and potential transformers.
  • Experienced in function testing and troubleshooting of LV/MV/HV electrical systems control and protection as per control narrative, check sheets and commissioning procedures.
  • Experienced in verifying correct interface between LV/MV/HV electrical systems and different electrical management systems such as ECMS, PMS, etc.
  • Always demonstrate personal HSSE leadership and excellent HSE behaviors and ensure that safety expectations are communicated and maintained.
  • Attend all mandatory training as specified in HSE and Permit to Work training schedule.
  • Ensure submit daily the check sheets records of testing carried out.
  • Ensure all team members are fully aware and understand all the projects’ safe working practices and adhere to them to maintain a SAFE working environment.
  • Perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management, within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role.
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