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Bechtel Corporation CSU Controls Engineer in Mesquite, Nevada

Requisition ID: 282057

  • Relocation Authorized: National - Single

  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project

  • Work Location: Mesquite, NV

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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.

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Project Overview:

The Escape Solar Project is a 185MWac / 226.5MWdc utility-scale PV solar project, located Lincoln County, NV. The owner has the necessary approvals and commercial arrangements in place for an initial build of 70MWac (Block 1) followed by the remaining 115 MWac. (Block 2).

Job Summary:

The global energy transition and government regulations is resulting in unprecedented growth in the North American renewable power generation market. The Bechtel Renewables & Clean Power business is responding to this challenge and growing its capability in the development and construction of North American renewable energy projects. Bechtel focuses on utility scale (100 MW and larger) projects and has a mix of developed and competitively bid projects. We value our best-in-class execution and our ability to develop relationships with customers with the intent of becoming a valued partner to execute multiple projects in their portfolio.

Bechtel is actively executing projects and has a development pipeline for wind and solar projects around the world, with a focus in North America where we are seeking an experienced Solar Startup Controls Engineer.

The engineer will report to the Lead Engineer of their discipline or the Commissioning Manager. They will produce commissioning test documents in accordance with the agreed procedures and will lead a team of technicians and subcontractors in the execution, documentation and review of commissioning tests and the results generated. #LI-VB1

Major Responsibilities:

  • Supervision of the Commissioning technicians under their direct responsibility.

  • Adherence to the agreed Commissioning Quality Management System and ensuring that the commissioning team members correctly apply procedures, codes and standards to commissioning activities.

  • Input to, production and checking of Commissioning Documentation and other commissioning deliverables (including Test Documentation, Commissioning Reports).

  • Assisting the Commissioning Team Leader in the identification of test requirements, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).

  • Witnessing and approval of vendor test documentation and results.

  • Carry out Risk Assessment and produce Safe Systems of Work.

  • Execute commissioning tests to developed schedule.

  • Input to the compilation and review of Commissioning packages. Provision of discipline specific subject matter expertise.

  • Planning of commissioning execution activities and day to day progress monitoring and reporting against the plan.

Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience​.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Recognized qualification in a related engineering/scientific subject, or alternatively substantial experience in similar roles.

  • Commissioning experience working on power and/or electrical and/or instrumentation and controls and/or SCADA systems.

  • Knowledge and experience of commissioning & Integration of SCADA, PLCs and other industrial control systems including integration of facility mechanical and electrical assets.

  • Demonstrable experience of previous commissioning documentation production.

  • Demonstrable experience across a range of Commissioning projects, topics and processes including ideally solar projects.

  • High degree of PC literacy (Microsoft Office applications).

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

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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.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com

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