ICSS Specialist

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. 

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report. 

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 position will be responsible for the commissioning and testing of the overall Integrated Control and Safety System (ICSS) or a specific subsystem that may include but not limited to the Distributed Control System (DCS), Safety Instrumented System (SIS), the process Fire and Gas System (FGS), and subsystem Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). The ICSS Specialist will work with project instrument, electrical, mechanical, and process engineers to commission all process control, safety requirements and system interfaces. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule if required, including, but not limited to nightshift, split shift, or day shift. #LI-SP1

Major Responsibilities:

• Provides functional oversight of the ICSS within the Commissioning and Startup project group.
• Responsible for the testing, commissioning, and Startup of the ICSS scope of work comprising large-scale process control (DCS),safety instrumented systems (SIS), process fire and gas systems (FGS), process control network (PCN) systems and supporting fiber optic telecommunications infrastructure.
• Ensures the integrity of the ICSS system is maintained, including hardware and Software by Establishing and maintaining records of Hardware and Software Temporary/Permanent changes and performing Software Backups.
• Supports Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for ICSS Systems with Suppliers.
• Supports Loop Check Program.
• Performs system cause and effects testing.
• Support of system testing, commissioning and startup.
• Audits ICSS activities, ensuring compliance with the project’s Execution Plan, Project Procedures Manual, Startup Procedures (STCP's) and Design Change Notices (DCN's).
• Initiate Project Technical Requests (PTR) for issuing Requests for Information (RFIs), Field Change Documents (FCDs), and Non Conformance/Compliance Reports (NCRs) and coordination between project site, contractors, clients, and home office.
• Communicates complex technical issues and recommends solutions to upper management.
• Produces and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Identifies and resolves/elevates ES&H issues in the field and is a visible 'walk the talk' leader in good ES&H practices.
• Analyzes commissioning requirements including installation, purchasing, and contractual issue

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience or 9-12 years of relevant work experience
   

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated experience in ICSS design, development And/or Commissioning of with multiple platforms ABB Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and Fire and Gas Systems (FGS),i.e., ABB 800xA
• Experienced in ICSS for industrial projects.
• Experienced in configuration and commissioning Process control loops (simple and complex)
• Application and adherence to IEC 61511 Safety Instrumented Systems for the Process Industry in SIS design.
• Previous experience in commissioning configurable I/O platforms on  ABB Process Control System
• Third party system integration.
• Experience in Cause-and-Effect Testing including SIS and FGS C&E testing
• Understanding of Process instrumentation and Fire and Gas Devices 
• Instrumentation field wiring, implementation, and testing
• ICSS commissioning and start up experience.
• Application software logic programming (function block, sequential, and ladder)
• Application of LNG facility applicable industry standards, regulatory codes, and recommended practices
• Experience with Compressor performance & anti-surge controls
• Programmable logic controllers from multiple manufacturers and their associated interfaces with Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
• G.E.  Mark VIe Turbine Controls and Bently Nevada vibration monitoring systems

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive.  Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.