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Bechtel Corporation · 1 day ago

Electrical Specialist

Brownsville, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Bechtel Corporation is a global leader in construction and project management, partnering with NextDecade on the Rio Grande LNG project in Brownsville, Texas. The Startup Electrical Specialist will oversee the testing and validation of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards during the commissioning and startup phases.

ArchitectureConstructionProject Management

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Plan and execute electrical testing, as required to place the RGLNG 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 pre-operational 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

Prepare preventative maintenance procedures and schedules for maintaining equipment once it has been commissioned. Complete long-term storage and maintenance requirements on equipment following turnover from construction to startup prior to when it is commissioned. Fully document these activities and submit permanent records for incorporation in the maintenance database

Coordinate with and provide direction to supplier Technical Assistants to complete commissioning of vendor supplied equipment. Monitor supplier TA activities to ensure proper charging of TA time (i.e.: ensure Bechtel is not charged for TA time spent addressing the vendor’s own issues). Plan work accordingly and control the expenditure of TA time to stay within the budget constraints for each PO

Report and document vendor work activities on a daily basis in accordance with applicable procedures

Provide input to engineering on revisions required to system descriptions, vendor operating and maintenance manuals, etc. based on review of documents during development of the preoperational test procedures and executing of the commissioning to ensure all such documents are consistent

Prepare the necessary design change and non-conformance documents in accordance with Bechtel procedures as required to document as-built conditions and/or properly resolve deficiencies

Prepare detailed startup plans for assigned project system commissioning activities, integrate all discipline activities into these plans

Qualification

Electrical systems testingCommissioning experienceLNG facility designHV/MV/LV power systemsMS Office proficiencyTechnical guidanceProject workflow understandingEffective communicationLeadership skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience

Overseas, reviews and approves all CSU Electrical energization and operation activities on HV (138kV) / MV (34.5kV/13.8kV/4.16kV) / LV (600V/480V) power systems

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

Benefits

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