Commissioning Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls System

Wood PLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Global industry network

Job summary

Wood is seeking a Commissioning Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls to join its Operations business. This role is onsite in the United States, Houston area, and involves leading the commissioning of processing, utility, and supporting systems in large capital projects.

The engineer will drive commissioning activities, ensure alignment with project specifications, and enforce Wood's safety policies throughout commissioning phases.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or relevant experience in Oil and Gas / Energy industry.
• 5+ years of experience in oil and gas / energy industry engineering, construction, commissioning, start-up and operations.
• Experience with turbine generation controls and diagnostic tools for Mark Vie/Mark VIe/VI/V/II.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support Commissioning Team with commissioning philosophy, schedule and procedures during Detailed Design.
• Lead system commissioning activities during all project phases and execute Commissioning Procedures.
• Support handover to Operations, including discipline walk downs and punch lists; report issues to Project Manager.
• Interface with client management regarding commissioning and start-up; ensure resources are cost effective.

Skills

Oil & Gas industry experience

Commissioning & Start-Up

Project management

Multi-discipline supervision

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Mark Vie/LCI2100e/EX2100e controls

Gas turbine control systems

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is recruiting for a Commissioning Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls System to join its Operations business. This opportunity is onsite in United States. #LI-Onsite

The Role

The Commissioning Engineer will be accountable for the commission and start-up of project processing, utility and supporting systems, completing the commissioning work-scope in a logical and controlled sequence and to the project specifications. Implement Wood's Safety Policies and Procedures throughout the commissioning phases of the project.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world. Wood's Operations business delivers solutions to an ever-broadening range of clients across the energy and materials industries globally. We deliver operations, maintenance, modifications, brownfield engineering, asset optimization and management, supporting our clients through the asset lifecycle. We are focused on developing strategic relationships with our clients, providing solutions that deliver efficiency, integrity and reliability.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across Operations Americas sectors
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs, offering onsite working
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for preparing/supporting Commissioning Team with:
• Commissioning philosophy, schedule and procedures during project Detailed Design phase
• System commissioning activities during all phases of the project. Execute Commissioning Procedures with Commissioning Team support
• Support system handover and acceptance from Construction Team and to Operations Team; including system discipline walk downs and punch list generation
• Report to the Project Manager on issues regarding commissioning, start up schedule and progress
• Interface with client management regarding commissioning and start-up
• Ensure all commissioning resources are being utilized in a cost effective manner
• Define system priority hand over list from Construction to Commissioning and from Commissioning to Operations
• Will direct or assist in developing Project Manpower Estimates and System Commissioning Schedules
• Develop and maintain commissioning budget
• Develop and review commissioning test equipment and material take-offs for onshore and offshore execution
• Develop vendor call-out requirements and schedule for specialized vendor supplied equipment and overall vendor coordination
• Prepare systems for final inspection and hand over to Operations Team after commissioning procedures are complete
• Need proficiency in MS Office Applications e.g., Word, Excel, Access, Power Point
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Engineering or relevant experience Oil and Gas / Energy Industry. Equivalent industry certifications and experience will be considered
• 5+ years of experience in oil and gas / energy industry Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Start-Up and Operations experience, particularly Commissioning and Start-up experience of large capital projects, multi-discipline supervisory roles in all industry type facilities
• Experience with Turbine generation: specifically controls systems Mark Vie / LCI2100e and EX2100e
• Experience with Gas turbine control systems and auxiliaries Skilled in troubleshooting and diagnostics of Mark VIe, Mark VI, Mark V and Mark II control systems in both power generation and mechanical drive
• Skilled in troubleshooting and diagnostics of Mark VIe, Mark VI, Mark V and Mark II control systems in:
• Employee must be able to see and read reports
• Employee will be required to stand, walk, sit, use hand and fingers, and reach with hands and arms
• Employee may be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Employee must be able to hear well enough to communicate with co-workers.
• Field Employees must be able to pass an audiometric test
• Employee must be able to safely traverse stairs
• Employee must be able to pass a medical "Fit for Duty" physical and drug screen
• If assigned Offshore, employee must be able to pass HUET/METS

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.