Subsea Commissioning and Start-Up Specialist

Subsea Commissioning and Start-Up Specialist

Brunel is hiring a Subsea Commissioning and Start-Up Specialist to work with a major Oil and Gas company in Spring, TX on a long term contract.

The Subsea Commissioning and Start-Up Advisor is part of an integrated Systems Completion and Start-Up team. This role supports the development and execution of subsea commissioning procedures and start-up work packs, aligned with the contractor commissioning sequence. The Advisor works closely with Operations, Engineering, and Contractor teams to ensure safe, efficient start-up and early operations.

• Support development and execution of subsea commissioning and start-up procedures and work packs
• Provide input to performance testing procedures and support testing execution
• Align commissioning and start-up schedules with planning and operations teams
• Interface with vendors, specialists, laboratories, and contractors to resolve start-up issues
• Participate in system walk‑downs, punch list development, and resolution of operability issues
• Coordinate and support start‑up execution activities, including troubleshooting during start‑up and early operations
• Monitor facility and system performance during start‑up and early operations
• Review, finalize, and maintain start‑up documentation, incorporating approved changes
• Support Start‑Up Leads with schedule input, progress tracking, and reporting
• Act on behalf of Operations during walk‑downs, reviews, and readiness activities
• Support handover activities and transfer of care, custody, and control to Operations
• Assist with PSSRs and performance testing activities
• Capture and support lessons learned from start‑up execution
• Work with the Start‑Up Manager and Coordinator to support execution of the Start‑Up Plan
• Serve as a focal point between Operations, Integrated Commissioning, and Engineering teams

• Prior experience in a commissioning, start‑up, or operations support role
• Discipline‑specific certifications or equivalent experience
• Familiarity with project completions and commissioning practices
• Experience with systems completion databases (e.g., WinPCS, MC+, CoConsole, Orbit)
• Proficient in work management systems and Microsoft Office
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in team environments without direct authority
• Comfortable working under tight schedules and changing priorities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Mid‑Senior level

Contract

Administrative and Engineering

Industries:
Oil and Gas