Electrical - Specialist

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Project Overview:

Bechtel is partnering with NextDecade to support their vision to provide the world access to lower carbon intensive energy with their Rio Grande LNG (RGLNG) project in Brownsville, Texas. RGLNG is a natural gas liquefaction and export terminal situated on a 984-acre site on the banks of the Brownsville ship channel. The first phase of the RGLNG project consists of three liquefaction trains, two storage tanks and one marine berth. At full capacity, the five-train facility will have a production capacity of 27 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). 

Brownsville, Texas is a city known for its diverse history, tradition, and rich culture. Located in the southernmost region in the beautiful state of Texas, lays Brownsville a rich, tropical oasis bordering the Rio Grande River and near the shores of the Gulf of Mexico. Brownsville embraces innovation, looks forward to the future and beyond! 

Job Summary:

The Startup Electrical Specialist will work as part of the onsite Rio Grande LNG (RGLNG) Startup team under the direction of the Electrical Startup Lead to support the overall commissioning and startup process. The primary responsibility will be to perform the on-site testing and validation of the electrical systems associated with the project through the pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup/initial operations phases. Including the managing of craft personnel to perform the work. They are responsible for ensuring work is completed on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with the project safety standards, the project quality standards, and the design/specifications; as well as performing general functions inherent to field position.   #LI-SP1 

Major Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute electrical testing required to place the RGLNG facility into service. Supervise field craft in the performance of assigned tasks, monitor productivity, and ensure performance aligns with budget and schedule expectations.
• Prepare system testing and turnover documentation, including scoped documents, test records, procedures, and related deliverables. Develop pre-operational test procedures and execute testing in accordance with Bechtel Corporate Standard Test and Commissioning Procedures (STCP), Standard Work Process Procedures (SWPP), and other project-specific requirements.
• Direct and support subcontractors performing commissioning activities (e.g., fire protection, emissions, meter and relay testing). Plan, monitor, and control subcontractor work in accordance with contract terms to maintain schedule and budget compliance. Report and document subcontractor activities daily per project procedures.
• Complete and document all testing activities, including data sheets and test records. Assemble and review system turnover packages across all disciplines to ensure completeness and compliance with project procedures.
• Prepare preventative maintenance procedures and schedules for commissioned equipment. Manage long-term storage and maintenance requirements following construction turnover and prior to commissioning. Document all activities and submit records for integration into the maintenance database.
• Coordinate with supplier Technical Assistants (TAs) to support commissioning of vendor-supplied equipment. Monitor TA activities to ensure appropriate time charging and prevent billing for vendor-responsibility issues. Plan and control TA utilization to remain within purchase order budget constraints. Report and document vendor activities daily.
• Provide input to engineering regarding revisions to system descriptions, vendor O&M manuals, and related documents identified during testing and commissioning to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Prepare required design change and non-conformance documentation to capture as-built conditions and resolve deficiencies in accordance with Bechtel procedures.
• Develop detailed startup and commissioning plans for assigned systems, integrating multidisciplinary activities. Provide schedule and progress updates to Project Controls, including QURR and other tracking tools.
• Participate in construction and client system turnover walkdowns; initiate, track, and resolve punch list items for assigned areas.
• Apply knowledge of applicable industry and regulatory standards, including ANSI/IEEE C50, IEEE C57, IEEE 115, NETA guidelines, NFPA 70, and NFPA 70E, in the development and execution of electrical test plans. Perform live electrical work in compliance with corporate safety procedures.
• Engage regularly with client management and operations personnel, maintaining strong communication and commercial awareness to protect project financial and schedule objectives.
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications and Bechtel systems (SetRoute, TeamWorks, E-Track, InfoWorks) in execution of responsibilities.
• Work required hours, including shiftwork, overtime, weekends, and holidays, as necessary to support project needs.
• Ensure all work performed remains within scope of services and budget constraints. Provide input to project management, engineering, and construction teams to incorporate startup requirements into design and execution, ensuring plant operability and personnel safety.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• University/B.S degree in Electrical Engineering plus 4 years of experience or 8 years of equivalent industry experience in-lieu of a degree. Five years’ experience in supervising and managing craft electrical workers to perform maintenance or commissioning activities.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Overseas, reviews and approves all CSU Electrical energization and operation activities on HV (138kV) / MV (34.5kV/13.8kV/4.16kV) / LV (600V/480V) power systems.
• Good Knowledge and Understanding of engineering systems, applications of startup and operations; and previous experience in Commissioning roles.
• Broad knowledge of industry and regulatory standards and criteria pertinent to startup, maintenance, operations, or testing.
• Possesses effective communications skills crucial to motivating team members and presenting plans in a clear and concise manner.
• Collaborates well in a team environment.
• Good leadership skills & able to provide technical guidance for testing, startup, and operations activities.
• Good knowledge in MS Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and other relevant Bechtel used applications (Aconex, Set Route).
• Understands project workflows from design, estimation, construction administration and coordination, and fabrication.
• Must be able to walk at least 3 miles per day over uneven ground, be able to climb and descend stair towers 100’ in height at least 6 times per shift, climb and descend ladders 25’ in height at least 6 times per shift, climb on and maneuver on temporary scaffolds to access project equipment.
• Must have the right to work and remain in the United States without sponsorship.
• Previous experience with the Commissioning and Startup of Electrical driven refrigeration compressors Experience on an LNG construction site especially along the U.S. Gulf Coast.
• Experience in the design of LNG facilities.
• Understanding of applicable Bechtel work processes including Standard Work Process Procedures.
• Familiarity with Bechtel Standard Applications (BSAPs) including Setroute, Unifier, Aconex, DSCS, PTR, Agile, Navisworks, and other automation tools which are used on Bechtel projects.
• Strong supervision experience including the ability to lead and manage change.
• Five years’ experience in the utility scale power generation & distribution industry, three of which have been in commissioning, maintenance, or operation of a combined cycle generation facility.
• Five years’ experience in the testing or maintenance of LNG systems including inverters, medium voltage switchgear, transformers and power distribution systems including calibration of the associated protective relaying. 

Additional Information: Work requires the physical ability to conduct field inspections including but not limited to: extensive walking in and around a construction site often in high heat and high humidity conditions, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces, and working in small or confined spaces. Some lifting may be required. Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress). Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.)  Must be willing to work a flexible schedule as required that may include but not limited to nightshift or split shift.

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