LSS CSU Engineer

Bechtel Global Corporation; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bechtel is building a semiconductor manufacturing plant in New Albany, Ohio. The Life Safety Systems CSU Engineer will plan, coordinate, and execute commissioning, startup, testing, and turnover of life safety systems across a large facility, working within the CSU organization for the EPC contractor.

You will lead testing of fire alarm/detection, suppression, emergency comms, gas detection, smoke control, and BAS interfaces, coordinating with engineering, construction, vendors, AHJs, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required.
• 5–12 years of relevant mission-critical facilities commissioning experience.
• Strong knowledge of NFPA codes, IBC/IFC compliance and OSHA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Life Safety Systems commissioning and startup plans.
• Prepare commissioning procedures, test scripts, integrated testing plans, and acceptance criteria.
• Lead functional and integrated testing of Life Safety Systems (Fire Alarm, Detection, Suppression, Gas Detection, Smoke Control, Emergency Communications).
• Coordinate with Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Controls, Automation, Process Systems, Construction teams, Vendors, AHJs, and Operations.
• Verify system performance against project requirements and client standards; document FATs/SATs.
• Manage turnover packages and ensure proper as-built documentation and procedures.
• Promote safety and compliance throughout all commissioning and startup activities.

Skills

Life Safety Systems

Fire Alarm

Fire Detection

Fire Suppression

Emergency Communications

Gas Detection

Smoke Control

BAS Interfaces

Control Systems

Commissioning

Root Cause Analysis

Safety Compliance

Coordination

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Commissioning Software

MS Office

Job description

• Relocation Authorized:National - Family


• Telework Type:Full-Time Office/Project


• Work Location: New Albany, OH

Project Overview

Bechtel is building a semiconductor manufacturing plant in New Albany, Ohio. We are partnering with the North America Building Trades Unions and suppliers to create several thousand new jobs and work with local education organizations to implement new training programs that will support the future talent pipeline. Bechtel Manufacturing & Technology, Inc. offers engineering, procurement, and construction services for customers in the semiconductor manufacturing, electric vehicle, and data center markets. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world.

M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T will solve the industries toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future.

Job Summary

The Life Safety Systems (LSS) CSU Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing commissioning, startup, testing, and turnover activities associated with Life Safety Systems throughout a large semiconductor manufacturing facility. The position is part of the Commissioning and Startup (CSU) organization and works for the EPC contractor responsible for delivering the facility from construction completion through operational readiness. The LSS CSU Engineer will lead commissioning activities for fire detection, fire alarm, fire suppression, emergency communications, hazardous gas detection, smoke control, emergency power interfaces, and other life safety systems. The role requires close coordination with engineering, construction, vendors, authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), client operations personnel, and other CSU disciplines to ensure systems are tested, integrated, documented, and turned over safely and in accordance with project requirements. The successful candidate will possess strong technical expertise, a commitment to safety, excellent communication skills, and the ability to troubleshoot complex integrated life safety systems within a mission critical environment. * Collaborate:Actively seeks out others' opinions and input and is open-minded to their views. Challenges others appropriately and is also open to being challenged on their own views. * Communicate:Is effective at adapting their communication style appropriately to their audience, providing context and using the right tone and level of information. * Customer Focus:Prioritizes the customer needs and puts these at the forefront of all interactions. Ensures that others within their team maintain this same approach. * Deliver:Demonstrates making well thought out, timely decisions and prioritization that leads to successful outcomes. Includes the right people at the right time. * Problem Solve:Accurately assesses a situation to find the best solution or way of working to resolve the issues. It is focused on creating a long term fix rather than a short-term solution. #LI-AA1 * Role Model:Contributes to the Bechtel culture by inspiring and motivating others through their positive approach and attitude. Comes to work determined to do a good job, for themselves and for their team. * Adaptability:Deep understanding of interconnected technology systems and how to troubleshoot them while they are actively running. * Compliance:Ensure all procedures and equipment setups meet regulatory, OSHA, and environmental safety standards. * Troubleshooting & Diagnostics:Resolve complex failures involving computer hardware, network routers, switches, and software interfacing directly with control equipment.

Major Responsibilities

Planning and Commissioning Execution

• Develop and execute commissioning and startup plans for Life Safety Systems.


• Prepare commissioning procedures, test scripts, integrated testing plans, and acceptance criteria.


• Review project specifications, drawings, cause-and-effect matrices, sequence of operations, and vendor documentation.


• Support constructability, operability, maintainability, and commissioning reviews during project execution.


• Plan and coordinate system walkdowns, punch list development, and turnover activities.

Testing and Verification

• Lead functional and integrated testing of Life Safety Systems, including:


• Fire Alarm Systems


• Fire Detection Systems


• Clean Agent Suppression Systems


• Wet and Dry Sprinkler Systems


• Pre-Action Systems


• Emergency Voice/Communication Systems


• Gas Detection Systems


• Smoke Control and Purge Systems


• Emergency Shutdown Interfaces


• Emergency Power and Backup Power Interfaces


• Building Automation System (BAS) and Integrated Control System Interfaces


• Witness and document Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs).


• Verify system performance against project requirements, code requirements, and client standards.


• Support integrated facility testing involving multiple disciplines and systems.

System Integration and Troubleshooting

• Coordinate with Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Controls, Automation, Process Systems, and Construction teams.


• Investigate and resolve commissioning deficiencies and technical issues.


• Support root cause analysis and corrective action development.


• Verify proper interaction and functionality between life safety systems and facility control platforms.

Compliance and Safety

• Ensure commissioning activities comply with:


• NFPA Codes and Standards


• International Building Code (IBC)


• International Fire Code (IFC)


• Applicable OSHA Requirements


• Local AHJ Requirements


• Project Specifications


• Client Standards


• Support permit-to-work, lockout/tagout, energization, and hazard control processes.


• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout all startup and commissioning activities.

Documentation and Turnover

• Manage commissioning documentation through approved digital completions systems.


• Track commissioning progress, system status, punch items, and readiness metrics.


• Prepare turnover packages and support handover to operations.


• Verify completion of required as-built documentation, operating procedures, and maintenance documentation.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate activities with Engineering Teams


• Construction Teams


• Equipment Vendors


• Client Representatives


• Facilities Operations Personnel


• Local Authorities and AHJs


• Participate in startup planning meetings and readiness reviews.


• Provide regular updates regarding commissioning progress, risks, and mitigation plans.

Major Responsibility (Cont.) 1

• Coordinate with Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Controls, Automation, Process Systems, and Construction teams.


• Investigate and resolve commissioning deficiencies and technical issues.


• Support root cause analysis and corrective action development.


• Verify proper interaction and functionality between life safety systems and facility control platforms.

Major Responsibility (Cont.) 2

• Coordinate activities with Engineering Teams


• Construction Teams


• Equipment Vendors


• Client Representatives


• Facilities Operations Personnel


• Local Authorities and AHJs


• Participate in startup planning meetings and readiness reviews.


• Provide regular updates regarding commissioning progress, risks, and mitigation plans.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline and 5-8 years of relevant experience in mission critical facilities or 9-12 years of relevant work experience in mission critical facilities.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Extensive knowledge of:
  
  
  
  • Fire Alarm Systems
  
  
  • Fire Suppression Systems
  
  
  • Hazardous Gas Monitoring Systems
  
  
  • Smoke Management Systems
  
  
  • Emergency Communications Systems
  
  
  • Life Safety Codes and Standards
  
  
  
  


• Strong understanding of control system integration and sequence testing.


• Ability to read and interpret:
  
  
  
  • P&IDs
  
  
  • One-line Diagrams
  
  
  • Control Schematics
  
  
  • Cause-and-Effect Matrices
  
  
  • Network Architecture Drawings
  
  
  
  


• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced construction environment.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and commissioning management software.

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