Electrical Commissioning Lead — Start-up & Safety

Wood PLC; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood PLC is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Coordinator for its Oil & Gas Operations Americas unit, based in Houston with rotations to Israel. You will lead a multi-discipline team to complete commissioning and start-up activities safely and on schedule.

The role requires 15+ years in oil & gas completion/commissioning, strong English communication, and ability to coordinate with engineers, operations, and construction across sites.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in Oil & Gas Completion/Commissioning
• Proficient English communication skills
• Experience interfacing with engineers, vendors and operations

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical commissioning team and oversee safety program
• Develop detailed commissioning/start-up procedures for electrical systems
• Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, and Operations teams
• Manage job cards, punch lists, and documentation
• Liaise with vendors and contractors to ensure timely completion

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team leadership

Electrical theory

SCADA tech

PLC logic

Safety awareness

Education

Higher National Certificate in Engineering

Tools

SCADA

PLC

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Wood PLC is seeking an Electrical Commissioning Coordinator for its Oil & Gas Operations Americas unit, based in Houston with rotations to Israel. You will lead a multi-discipline team to complete commissioning and start-up activities safely and on schedule.

The role requires 15+ years in oil & gas completion/commissioning, strong English communication, and ability to coordinate with engineers, operations, and construction across sites.