Mechanical Commissioning Lead — Industrial Projects

Kiewit; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement Plan with match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Mechanical Commissioning Superintendent in Dallas, TX to lead safe, efficient commissioning of major mechanical systems on large industrial projects. You will oversee pre-commissioning, commissioning, and turnover activities, coordinating with engineering, construction, vendors, and operations.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering background, experience in large-scale mechanical systems, and strong leadership, planning, and safety skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in pre-commissioning and commissioning of large mechanical systems.
• Ability to lead craft teams through turnover, testing, and commissioning.
• Familiarity with completions software and system readiness workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily safety meetings and ensure full compliance with mechanical safety procedures.
• Coordinate pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up of major mechanical systems.
• Conduct system walk-downs, identify deficiencies, and ensure readiness for testing.
• Supervise functional testing and mechanical run-ins, troubleshoot issues.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, vendors, OEMs to meet readiness milestones.
• Track progress and provide status updates to leadership.
• Maintain commissioning documentation and turnover packages.

Skills

Leadership

Project planning

Communication

Safety management

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Mechanical Commissioning Superintendent in Dallas, TX to lead safe, efficient commissioning of major mechanical systems on large industrial projects. You will oversee pre-commissioning, commissioning, and turnover activities, coordinating with engineering, construction, vendors, and operations.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering background, experience in large-scale mechanical systems, and strong leadership, planning, and safety skills.