Bechtel Corporation · 20 hours ago
Electrical Engineer
Portland, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBechtel is a leading global engineering company that has been delivering successful projects since 1898. The Startup Electrical Engineer will be responsible for supporting the commissioning and startup process of the Corpus Christi Stage 3 project by performing on-site testing and validation of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
ArchitectureConstructionProject Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Plan and execute electrical testing, as required to place the CCL3 facility into service
Supervise field manual craft as required to perform assigned tasks; monitor and control craft performance and be accountable for performance of the craft against the budget
Preparation of system testing and turnover documentation including scoped documents, test records, test procedures and other similar required documents
Supervise and direct subcontractor personnel as required to support commissioning activities (i.e.: fire protection commissioning, emissions testing, meter & relay testing, etc.). Plan work with the subcontractors and monitor it and control it in accordance with the terms of the contract to stay within the budget and schedule constraints. Report and document subcontractor work activities on a daily basis in accordance with applicable procedures
Prepare system preoperational test procedures for assigned systems. Complete testing per Bechtel Corporate Standard Test and Commissioning Procedures (STCP) and Standard Work Process Procedures (SWPP), pre-op procedures and other specific procedures which may be required to be prepared in this position. Complete all test records, data sheets, etc. to fully document testing activities
Prepare system turnover packages in accordance with project procedures by assembling and reviewing all system test documentation (all disciplines) for adequacy and completeness
Qualification
Required
Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience
Good Knowledge and Understanding of engineering systems, applications of startup and operations; and previous experience in Commissioning roles
Broad knowledge of industry and regulatory standards and criteria pertinent to startup, maintenance, operations, or testing
Possesses effective communications skills crucial to motivating team members and presenting plans in a clear and concise manner. Collaborates well in a team environment
Good leadership skills & able to provide technical guidance for testing, startup, and operations activities
Good knowledge in MS Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and other relevant Bechtel used applications (Aconex, Set Route)
Understands project workflows from design, estimation, construction administration and coordination, and fabrication
Must be able to walk at least 3 miles per day over uneven ground, be able to climb and descend stair towers 100' in height at least 6 times per shift, climb and descend ladders 25' in height at least 6 times per shift, climb on and maneuver on temporary scaffolds to access project equipment
Must have the right to work and remain in the United States without sponsorship
Previous experience with the Commissioning and Startup of Electrical driven refrigeration compressors
Experience on an LNG construction site especially along the U.S. Gulf Coast
Experience in the design of LNG facilities
Understanding of applicable Bechtel work processes including Standard Work Process Procedures
Familiarity with Bechtel Standard Applications (BSAPs) including Setroute, Unifier, Aconex, DSCS, PTR, Agile, Navisworks, and other automation tools which are used on Bechtel projects
Strong supervision experience including the ability to lead and manage change
Five years' experience in the utility scale power generation & distribution industry, three of which have been in commissioning, maintenance, or operation of a combined cycle generation facility
Five years' experience in the testing or maintenance of LNG systems including inverters, medium voltage switchgear, transformers and power distribution systems including calibration of the associated protective relaying
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Company
Bechtel Corporation
Bechtel is a construction company that offers engineering, construction, and project management solutions to its customers.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$499.38MKey Investors
U.K. Export Finance
2021-10-18Debt Financing· $499.38M
Leadership Team
Brendan Bechtel
Chairman and CEO
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