Electrical Commissioning Lead

Black & Veatch; Miri; On-site; MYR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch in Miri, Malaysia seeks an experienced staff engineer to verify plant equipment compliance with contract and spec requirements, ensure design operability, and oversee testing per supplier requirements within the discipline.

You will contribute to startup packages, manage documentation and schedules, coordinate startup activities, and serve as primary contact through startup and into operations, ensuring safe, timely turnover to the client.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• 3+ years startup experience preferred.
• Knowledge of discipline technical principles related to power plants.
• Familiar with project instructions, startup guidelines, and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Assists in development of startup packages and schedules.
• Manages documentation and turnover processes from startup to operations.
• Acts as primary contact for system functions through startup and operation.
• Ensures compliance with safety and quality standards throughout startup activities.

Skills

Project planning

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's of Engineering

Job description

Date: May 9, 2026

Location: Miri, SR, MY

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Request ID: 113843

Opportunity Type: Staff

Employment Status: Temporary (Full‑Time)

Management Responsibilities: Individual Contributor

Job Summary

Verification that plant equipment is in compliance with project contract and specification requirements, conforms to design operational feasibility, and is set up and tested per the supplier's requirements, within the engineer's discipline capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of startup packages as required.
• Tracks and controls all documentation required for proper maintenance of the startup packages. Participates in the preparation and maintenance of a detailed startup schedule. Proactively plans for startup activities and major milestones (such as major equipment, chemical cleaning, steamblow, or demonstration and performance testing). Manages construction completion, turnover to startup, startup turnover to operations, and final turnover to the client. Assists in the development of clear startup procedures as required to satisfy the contract and/or coordinate the startup effort. Assists in the advanced planning and preparation for startup activities and major milestones. Participates in the development and implementation of programs for the control of spares, consumables, outstanding work and deficiencies lists, etc. Executes the startup effort ensuring compliance with the associated specifications and contracts and ultimately resulting in an efficient and timely turnover to the client. Completes thorough system walk‑downs/reviews to establish the completion status of systems and identify outstanding items to be completed. Responsible lead for plant equipment and systems within discipline capacity.
• The primary point‑of‑contact for all system functions through startup and operation of the plant.
• Activities include but are not limited to: Verifying systems are installed per design. Confirming design operational feasibility. Recording as‑built engineering changes on drawings. Ensuring proper setup and testing of equipment per supplier requirements. Adhering to safety and quality standards as applicable to duties and accountabilities. Supporting continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements. Individual contributor with no subordinates.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Engineering preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant startup experience preferred.
• Preferred Skills: Project Instructions Manual, contract documents, and startup guidelines. Division Policies. Supervisory Skills. Communications Skills. Planning Skills. Multi‑tasking Skills. Problem‑Solving Skills. Computer Skills. Knowledge of discipline technical principles related to power plants. Knowledge of tools, equipment, and instruments used in performance of job duties. Knowledge of internal engineering systems and tools.

Minimum Qualifications

All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Certifications

OSHA 10 Hour Training

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move, and walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
• Requires repetitive movement.
• May require work above five feet in height.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
• Work up to a 12‑hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.

Work Environment:

• Typical construction site environment.
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
• Requires working in very hot (above 90°F) or very cold (below 32°F) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions.
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• Typical office environment.
• This position is considered a safety‑sensitive position.

Job Grade

016

Job Segment

Chemical Research, Engineer, Electrical, Engineering

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