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Substation Commissioning Engineer - Central Region

Date: Oct 8, 2024

Location:

MS, US LA, US TX, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 105778

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Job Summary

Verification that plant equipment is in compliance with project contract and specification requirements, conforms with design operational feasibility, and is set up and tested per the supplier's requirements, within the engineer's discipline capacity. May assist the Commissioning Manager in the implementation of the Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) program. Assists with the process of construction turnover to startup, startup turnover to operations, and final turnover to the client.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of commissioning packages as required. Tracks and controls all documentation required for proper maintenance of the commissioning packages.

• Participates in the preparation and maintenance of a detailed testing and commissioning schedule.

• Proactively plans for commissioning activities and major milestones (such as relay testing, equipment testing, SCADA checkout, End to End testing, or substation functional testing).

• Manages construction completion, construction turnover to commissioning, energization, and final turnover to the client.

• Assists in the development of clear testing and commissioning procedures as required to satisfy the contract and/or coordinates the commissioning effort.

• Assists in the advanced planning and preparation for commissioning activities and major milestones.

• Participates in the development and implementation of programs for the control of; spares, consumables, outstanding work and deficiencies lists, etc.

• Executes the commissioning effort ensuring compliance with the associated specifications and contracts and ultimately resulting in an efficient and timely turnover to the client.

• Completes thorough system walk downs/reviews to establish the completion status of systems and identify outstanding items to be completed.

• Responsible lead for installed equipment and systems within the engineer’s discipline capacity. The primary point-of-contact for all system functions through commissioning and operation of the substation. Activities include but are not limited to:

• Verifying systems are installed per design

• Confirming design operational feasibility

• Recording as built engineering changes on drawings

• Ensuring proper setup and testing of equipment as per supplier requirements

• Provides functional supervision of other discipline engineers assigned to the project.

• Adheres to safety and quality standards as applicable to duties and accountabilities.

• Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some design experience preferred; Bachelor's of Engineering preferred

• Preferred Skills: . Project Instructions Manual, contract documents, and startup guidelines . Division Policies . Supervisory Skills . Communications Skills . Planning Skills . Multi-tasking Skills . Problem Solving Skills . Computer Skills . Knowledge of discipline technical principles related to power plants . Knowledge of tools, equipment, and instruments used in performance of job duties . Knowledge of internal engineering systems and tools

Minimum Qualifications

• No prior startup experience required.

• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Certifications

OSHA 10 Hour Training

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands:

• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.

• See and hear naturally or with correction.

• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.

• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.

• Requires repetitive movement.

• May require work above 5 feet in height.

• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.

• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.

Work Environment:

• Typical construction site environment:

• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.

• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.

• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions

• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.

• Work around hazardous equipment.

• Typical office environment.

• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.

Competencies

Salary Plan

CNS: Construction Services

Job Grade

004

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