Commissioning Specialist

TPI Global Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

TPI Global Solutions in Houston, TX seeks a Commissioning Coordinator/Lead to oversee commissioning and start-up for liquid pipeline and gas transmission projects, ensuring equipment, instrumentation, control systems, and pipeline facilities are tested and ready for operation.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of field commissioning experience, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate internal teams and external contractors while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Technical college degree or diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls, or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of technical experience in industrial projects, commissioning, or related field operations.
• Hands-on field commissioning experience, equipment testing, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards (API, NEC, CSA, NFPA).
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, and contractor coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines while maintaining safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage commissioning and start-up plans, schedules, resource requirements, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate field commissioning activities across projects of varying sizes.
• Perform and oversee equipment configuration, calibration, functional testing, start-up, and troubleshooting.
• Work with PLCs, instrumentation, electrical control panels, and communication systems.
• Review commissioning procedures, checklists, engineering designs, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineering teams, construction contractors, and Operations personnel.
• Manage punch lists, deficiencies, technical issues, and corrective actions through completion.
• Ensure proper equipment handover from Construction to Commissioning and from Commissioning to Operations.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to commissioning coordinators, technicians, and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety procedures, industry standards, and project specifications.
• Support outage planning and commissioning activities for greenfield and brownfield projects.

Skills

Commissioning

Leadership

Field experience

Planning

Education

Technical college degree

Tools

PLC

Instrumentation

Electrical panels

Job description

Experience: 10+ Years

Education: Technical College Degree / Diploma

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Coordinator / Commissioning Lead to oversee commissioning and start-up activities for liquid pipeline and gas transmission projects. The successful candidate will ensure that equipment, instrumentation, control systems, and pipeline facilities are properly tested, safe, and ready for operation.

This role requires a combination of hands-on technical expertise, field commissioning experience, project planning, and the ability to coordinate internal teams and external contractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage commissioning and start-up plans, schedules, resource requirements, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate field commissioning activities across projects of varying sizes.
• Perform and oversee equipment configuration, calibration, functional testing, start-up, and troubleshooting.
• Work with PLCs, instrumentation, electrical control panels, and communication systems.
• Review commissioning procedures, checklists, engineering designs, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineering teams, construction contractors, and Operations personnel.
• Manage punch lists, deficiencies, technical issues, and corrective actions through completion.
• Ensure proper equipment handover from Construction to Commissioning and from Commissioning to Operations.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to commissioning coordinators, technicians, and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety procedures, industry standards, and project specifications.
• Support outage planning and commissioning activities for greenfield and brownfield projects.

Required Qualifications

• Technical college degree or diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of technical experience in industrial projects, commissioning, or related field operations.
• Hands-on experience in field commissioning, equipment testing, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards, including API, NEC, CEC, CSA Z662, and NFPA standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, and contractor coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Knowledge of Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO), permitting, electrical safety, and other industrial safety practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous commissioning experience in the oil and gas industry, particularly liquid pipelines and gas transmission.
• Hands-on experience with rotating and static equipment, including pumps, compressors, turbines, valves, and related systems.
• Experience with PLCs, instrumentation, control systems, and functional testing.
• Experience in commissioning planning, project handover, deficiency management, and contractor oversight.

Working Conditions

• Office-based work combined with regular travel to pipeline construction sites across the United States.
• Approximately 20–30 days of travel per quarter.
• Flexibility to support extended working hours and occasional evening or weekend calls as project requirements dictate.
• Regular interaction with project teams, construction contractors, field technicians, and Operations personnel.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a technically strong, field-oriented commissioning professional who can independently execute commissioning tasks, lead contractors and technicians, resolve technical issues, and ensure pipeline equipment is safe and ready for operation.

Interested candidates: Please share your updated resume along with your relevant commissioning experience and availability.