Startup Instrumentation Lead

Bechtel • Portland, TX

227d

About The Position

The Startup Instrumentation Lead will be responsible for supervising and directing personnel and activities within the project Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) scope. They will be responsible for ensuring the I&C CSU scope will be completed on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all project safety, quality and design standards. The candidate for this position should have a strong knowledge in the testing, commissioning and operation of large plant I&C systems such as DCS, ICSS, SIS, FGS and ESD systems. Proficiency with specialized equipment supplier compressor / electrical motor control system applications utilized within LNG plant design is also required.

Requirements

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.
• A strong knowledge in the testing, commissioning and operation of large plant control systems.
• Previous experience with DCS, ICSS, SIS, ESD and FGS systems.
• Previous experience with specialized equipment supplier control systems.
• Experience with the commissioning and start-up of I&C driven refrigeration compressors using large MV electric motors and Variable Frequency Drives (VFD).
• Experience on an LNG construction site, especially along the U.S. Gulf Coast, is preferred.
• Experience in the design and operation of LNG facilities is preferred.
• Heavy industrial ‘direct hire' construction experience in a supervisory role is preferred.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Effective communications skills crucial to motivating team members.
• Good knowledge in MS Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the design and operation of LNG facilities.
• Understanding of applicable Bechtel work processes including Standard Work Process Procedures (SWPPs) and Standard Commissioning and Test Procedures (STCPs) is preferred.
• Familiarity with Bechtel Standard Applications (BSAPs) including Setroute, Unifier, Aconex, DSCS, PTR, Agile, Navisworks, and other automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Reviews ‘Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams' to systemize project I&C scope.
• Reviews and/or completes all I&C CSU deliverables including cause and effect procedures, I&C instructions, complex loop, alarm summary, ESD and trip testing, etc.
• Reviews and provides I&C CSU input on project schedules for proper coordination and sequencing through the mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, operation and final handover phases of the project.
• Reviews and provides I&C CSU input on project I&C engineering and supplier design/documentation.
• Provides I&C CSU input as required to other groups including Project Management, Engineering, Construction, Project Controls, Procurement, Contracts, ES&H, Estimating, Completions, etc.
• Provides I&C CSU input with Contracts group to develop and ensure proper onsite supplier and subcontractor support.
• Assists in the population of the project System Completions Database (I&C scope only).
• Provides I&C CSU input with Completions group to assist in the development of project system/sub-system turnover packages.
• Verifies the integrity and timely handover of CSU I&C systems through the construction, mechanical completion and system handover phases of the project.
• Assesses the installation of supplier packages to ensure project compliance and monitors performance through the commissioning and start-up phases of the project.
• Leads and supervises a team of I&C engineers/supervisors and technicians to complete all CSU I&C activities.
• Supervises, plans and coordinates daily CSU I&C work activities to ensure all work is performed safely and project milestone dates are met.
• Oversees, reviews and approves all CSU I&C testing activities on plant control systems.

Benefits

• Robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.
• Programs to enhance our culture.
• Time to recharge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree