I&C Commissioning Coordinator

Wood PLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is seeking an Instrument and Controls Commissioning Coordinator to join its Oil & Gas Operations Americas unit. This role will split US-based work with rotations to Israel, requiring work authorization in the US.

You will lead an instrumentation commissioning team, oversee electrical leads, and drive safe, timely completion of commissioning activities. You will collaborate with equipment engineers, vendors, and operations staff, develop procedures, manage job cards, and coordinate with

Qualifications

• Experience in upstream/midstream oil and gas commissioning.
• Strong English communication and leadership skills.
• Proven supervisory experience in commissioning activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead instrumentation commissioning team to safe, on-time completion.
• Develop detailed commissioning and start-up procedures.
• Provide on-site leadership for a multi-discipline team.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, and construction teams.
• Prepare and approve Pre-Commissioning/Commissioning job cards.
• Oversee vendor support and punch list resolution during commissioning.
• Support start-up, stabilization and performance testing activities.
• Ensure documentation and handover materials are complete.

Skills

Instrument theory

Electrical theory

PLC/DCS

Fire & Gas

Process automation

Safety procedures

Education

Higher National Certificate in engineering

Tools

PLC systems

DCS systems

Fire & Gas control

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is recruiting for an Instrument and Controls Commissioning Coordinator to join its Oil & Gas business focusing on the Operations Americas unit. This opportunity will be split in two phases: US based with rotations to Israel. "Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required"

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Supervise and lead instrumentation commissioning team to a successful completion and injury free activities and tasks. This includes electrical leads oversight and assignment of systems.

KEY OBJECTIVES OF THE JOB

Keen safety awareness and advocacy; multi-discipline technical team leadership, planning and coordination of work within a simultaneous operations environment, having technical expertise relevant to design and operation of assigned systems and liaising with equipment engineers, equipment vendors, construction personnel and operations team members.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be responsible for understanding and executing Woods's Safety Policies and Procedures throughout all phases of the project. Personal safety awareness and team safety awareness are necessary.


• Assist the Commissioning Manager in planning development and reporting.


• Developing detailed commissioning and start-up procedures for assigned instrumentation systems.


• Provide daily, on-site/in-field leadership, coordination and management of a multi-discipline team of electrical commissioning leads and technicians.


• Interact with Engineering and Operations team for input and draw from past experience and knowledge when developing procedures.


• Ensure preparation and approve job cards for Pre-Commissioning/Commissioning activities.


• Liaise with Construction/Mechanical Completion groups on a daily basis.


• Supervise the Instrument Commissioning Team in meeting scheduled deadlines and ensuring the technical integrity of work carried out.


• Control of job card allocation and completion.


• Assist Construction with inspection and Punch Lists of installation and vendor packages.


• Acceptance of Mechanically complete sub-systems packages.


• Manage the completion of walk-downs and Punch Lists of offered system/sub-systems.


• Manage instrumentation/automation vendor support during the commissioning phase for the assigned systems.


• Verification of Pre-Commissioning certification.


• Updating and forwarding the Punch List per system to the CMS/Database Operator.


• Addressing Instrumentation Commissioning issues and resolving schedule conflicts within the Instrumentation team.


• Ensure all documentation; tools, consumables and equipment are available to perform work scope.


• Ensure Technicians work is carried out in a safe and controlled manner in accordance with site procedures and PTW system.


• Coordination of Certifying Authority witnessing on site.


• Coordination of functional testing of commissioned systems and engaging the Operations Team when and where needed.


• Provide Operations with technical support throughout start-up, stabilization and performance testing.


• Provide Turnover Coordinator with the required handover documentation, ensuring a smooth handover to Operations.


• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and written.


• Coordinate activities with other departments and staff.


• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with direct supervision and other departments.


• Proficient with BSEE, ABS and USCG Regulations.


• Other duties as may be assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate should be a motivated self-starter with complex problem solving ability. Excellent communication skills and team oriented personality required to interface with Construction and Operations Teams. A detailed working knowledge of upstream/ midstream oil and gas processing facilities is required including: Instrument/Electrical theory, work methods, tools and testing equipment used in the commissioning of Oil/Gas Facilities Electronic Transmitters Valve Positioners DC Power Systems Analog and Discrete Signals Pneumatic Systems Hart Protocol Proficient in Control Logic Schemes Experience with various PLC, DCS, and Fire & Gas control systems PLC logic controls Process Automation Report writing and records maintenance. Permit to work System Cause and Effect logic relationships of equipment Candidate must be able to manage instrument techs in the coordination of work. Occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.

Education and Experience

Proven background, typically 10 years minimum in onshore Oil & Gas Completion and Commissioning activities in a Lead Technician or Engineer's role. Proven Supervisory experience in a Commissioning role in mechanical, piping or rotating equipment. Proficient written and oral English language communication skills.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Higher National Certificate (or equivalent) in a primary Engineering discipline.

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.