Electrical - Specialist

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Bechtel is partnering with Next Decade 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!

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

• 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…