I&C Commissioning Lead — Part-Time Telework

Bechtel Corporation; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation is seeking a Control System Commissioning Specialist to lead instrumentation and control systems commissioning for semiconductor and life sciences facilities. The role involves planning, coordinating, validating, testing, and ensuring code compliance and operational readiness.

The on-site focus requires strong collaboration with engineering, construction, vendors, and AHJs. Part-time telework is allowed with at least three days weekly in person.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, electrical, or related engineering discipline (or equivalent relevant field experience).
• Minimum 10 years of commissioning and start-up experience in industrial, high-tech, or cleanroom facilities.

Responsibilities

• Leading commissioning activities for fire and life safety systems from construction completion through startup and handover.
• Developing commissioning plans, test procedures, integrated systems testing protocols, and acceptance criteria.
• Direct loop checks, I/O verification, control-system integration, and FAT/SAT across the I&C scope.
• Coordinating with contractors, vendors, design teams, operations personnel, and AHJs to resolve deficiencies and achieve system acceptance.
• Verifying compliance with NFPA standards, IBC, IFC, local regulations, and client-specific requirements.

Skills

DCS/PLC/SCADA

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering

Industrial commissioning experience

Tools

Smart Completions

Digital Software

Job description

Bechtel Corporation is seeking a Control System Commissioning Specialist to lead instrumentation and control systems commissioning for semiconductor and life sciences facilities. The role involves planning, coordinating, validating, testing, and ensuring code compliance and operational readiness.

The on-site focus requires strong collaboration with engineering, construction, vendors, and AHJs. Part-time telework is allowed with at least three days weekly in person.