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Airswift · 1 week ago

Field Construction Engineer – Electrical/Instrumentation

Port Arthur, TX

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Airswift is currently seeking a Field Construction Engineer – Electrical/Instrumentation for a major LNG client in Port Arthur, TX. The role involves overseeing electrical/instrumentation installation and testing, ensuring compliance with project specifications, and fostering collaboration among various teams to maintain a high-quality LNG facility.

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Responsibilities

Perform field observations, leadership and field walks, JSA reviews, attend tool box meetings, and adhere to project’s safety regulations

Ensure appropriate qualifications, code compliances, and adhere to the project specifications and industry standards

Maintain accountability on deliverables to project within specific discipline, monitor the progress of work, participate in punch list walkdowns

Develop firm understanding of system scoping from the beginning and prepare to walk the systems in the areas involved. Compile the drawings and specifications associated with each system well in advance

Oversee and manage contractor(s) construction activities to ensure compliance with the EPC contract, applicable permits, site regulations and construction safety program and monitor the schedule compliance

Interface and respond to technical queries from internal stack holders, EPC contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other counterparties required

Ensure the 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

Participate in regular contractor construction meetings

Review contractor’s procedures, reports and quality of the product to ensure compliance and EPC contract requirements

Coordinate with Commissioning and Start-up Manager and engineers to facilitate start-up of the project in accordance with operations agreed system turnover plan and plant performance testing and expectations

Manage compliance with proper and manufacturer required storage/preservation requirements

Carry receipt observations or make visits to various lay down yards that store Electrical equipment to understand the storage adherences

Perform other duties as assigned (no more than 5% of duties)

Qualification

Electrical/Instrumentation knowledgeConstruction project managementEngineering standards knowledgeAnalytical thinkingMicrosoft Office proficiencyCommunication skillsTeam buildingInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving abilitiesSelf-starter

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other technical discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience required

8+ years of experience managing major construction projects including the construction of LNG, Oil & Gas, Chemical and energy infrastructure projects required

At least 5 years of background in management or construction of energy infrastructure projects in regard to Electrical and Instrumentation required

Knowledge of electrical/instrumentation and controls construction or engineering operation relating to field activities

Knowledge of review installation details and testing of electrical systems, lighting systems, instrument installations, cable stringing, terminations, high voltage equipment, loop checks, lightning protection, and fire detection systems including loop checks and medium / high voltage testing

Strong knowledge of engineering and construction standards, materials, and companies/vendors processes. Ensuring all installations are per latest revisions of design drawings, specifications, standards, and NEC and NFPA codes

Strong abilities to help build a positive team environment, and influence the Contractor with technical skills. Good subject knowledge of applicable codes and standards

Analytical thinking and the ability to utilize concise data and information while working through problems and implementing solutions. May obtain guidance from Sr. Electrical & Instrumentation Field Engineers on critical issues

Ability to apply strong written and oral communication skills while presenting and participating in discussions with internal and external project stakeholders

Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities. Ability to manage multiple and complex issues and work independently

Possess a positive attitude and has the ability and poise to be professional during crucial discussions with senior management, and/or while presenting critical information requiring management decisions to overcome issues and concerns regarding the site operations

Good working knowledge and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, i.e. Word, Excel and PowerPoint to convey information with clarity through presentations and reports

Demonstrated knowledge in inspection of electrical equipment, bulks and commodities. Demonstrated ability to carry a random inspection on materials that are being received by Contractor at various locations and Site

Valid Driver's License required

Preferred

At least 5 years of experience with brownfield projects preferred

Transportation Worker Identification Credentials (TWIC) preferred

Company

Airswift

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Airswift provides recruitment, employer of record and workforce solutions to STEM industries.

Founded in 1979

Houston, Texas, USA

501-1000 employees

https://www.airswift.com

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