Kiewit · 9 hours ago
Mechanical Specialist, Commissioning and Startup - Kiewit Power Engineering
Lenexa, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expKiewit Corporation is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. The Mechanical Specialist will promote safety and lead the mechanical activities during the commissioning phase, ensuring the integrity of mechanical components and systems to meet contractual requirements.
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Responsibilities
Ensure all safety procedures are followed
Perform plant mechanical activities during commissioning phase and be accountable to the Mechanical Lead
Develop required procedure related to SU Mechanical activities
Follow all related SU procedures
Review engineering system descriptions for functionality
Directly supervise construction and contractor craft during commissioning phase
Perform initial equipment and pump check-out
Perform all system line flushes
Mechanical pre-operational check-outs
Perform pump initial run-in vibration analysis
Verify all rotating equipment alignments
Coordinate and verify all check-out and commissioning of systems
Coordinate completing and recording equipment initial run data
Provide oversight to sub-contractors performing activities such as oil flushes, hydrolyzing, chemical clean, steam blows
Provide oversight to TFA support
Elevate issues to Mechanical Lead in a timely manner
Develop action plan to address any issues
Read and adhere to Startup Administration Manual
Attend meetings as assigned by Mechanical Lead
Qualification
Required
3-5 years related experience fossil power plant operation/maintenance, and or startup, commissioning protocol
Self-starter with a proactive attitude and effective communication skills
Adequate knowledge of OSHA and applicable environmental regulations
Adequate knowledge of fossil power plants and major equipment/systems design and operation
Adequate knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
Ability to read and interpret drawings and operations manuals
Proven ability to build effective relationships with plant staff, engineering/design staff, and vendors
Regular, reliable attendance
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Benefits
Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents
Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs
Life insurance
Disability
Retirement plans with matching
Generous paid time off
Company
Kiewit
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