Mechanical Professional

Primary Job Title

Mechanical System Engineer

Location

Brownsville, TX

Onsite Flexibility

Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $70.67-$81.25 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

The client is partnering with NextDecade to support their vision to provide the world access to lower carbon intensive energy with their Rio Grande Client (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).

The CSU Mechanical System Engineer will be assigned systems on the project for which they will have full responsibility for commissioning. This will require coordinating with electrical, instrumentation and control systems disciplines within the CSU organization to complete all required testing from component level through integrated operation with the rest of the facility. Testing to be performed will generally include, but not be limited to: flushing piping systems, performing vessel closeout inspections, running in driven equipment (including vibration testing) such as pumps, compressors, fans, etc., checkout and testing of prime movers such as diesels and turbines, inspection and setting of safety valves, testing heat exchangers, performing IST's, logic testing of system functions (e.g., interlocks, trips and permissives), and generally supporting other disciplines (electrical, instrumentation, controls and plant operations) to complete commissioning tests.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and technical support to construction disciplines performing pre-commissioning activities.
• Assess and verify the integrity of mechanical systems during Installation, Commissioning, and Startup, to maximize system reliability and availability, by carrying out inspections and construction support as needed.
• Provide ES&H leadership to personnel assigned to them.
• Complete testing per STCP's, SWPP's, project procedures and other specific procedures which may be required to be prepared in this position. Complete all test records, data sheets, etc. to fully document testing activities.
• Ensure that company and local/national safety codes, requirements and standards are being complied with within assigned area of responsibility.
• Actively participate in safety programs.
• Receive administrative supervision and technical guidance from the Area Lead. Objectives are defined, and results are subject to supervisory review.
• Provide technical guidance and assign work to project Commissioning and Startup technicians, crafts, and others who are performing specific assignments.
• Coordinate between project engineering, construction, specialty staff groups, clients, and vendors.
• Prepare FCR/Client/DR's as required to document as-built conditions and/or properly resolve deficiencies.
• Plan, schedule, conduct, or coordinate detailed CSU activities or maintenance, including reviews for safety and execution.
• Coordinate with and provide direction to supplier Technical Assistants to complete commissioning of vendor supplied equipment. Monitor supplier TA activities to ensure proper charging of TA time (i.e.: ensure the client is not charged for TA time spent addressing the vendor's own issues). Plan work accordingly and control the expenditure of TA time to stay within the budget constraints for each PO.
• Ensure permanent plant materials are stored in accordance with specifications and project requirements. Responsible for testing of mechanical system(s) as per supplier and code requirements.
• Participate in system turnover walkdowns, both Construction and Client turnovers; initiate, track and resolve punchlist items for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Prepare and maintain Mechanical Spares for Commissioning and startup. Monitor Commissioning & Startup spares usage on the site and prepare Field Material Requisitions for permanent plant material to ensure that the CSU activities are productive.
• Monitor the activities of subcontractors to ensure compliance with specifications and schedules.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in pre-commissioning and commissioning of large rotating equipment, centrifugal and reciprocating compressors, multistage pumps, diesel engines, gas and steam turbines.
• Heavy industrial direct hire construction experience in a supervisory role commensurate with the type of work to be undertaken, preferably in a lump-sum turn-key environment.
• Good knowledge and understanding of engineering systems, applications of startup and operations; and previous experience in Mechanical Commissioning roles.
• Broad knowledge of industry and regulatory standards and criteria pertinent to startup, maintenance, operations, or testing.
• Effective communications skills crucial to motivating team members and presenting plans in a clear and concise manner. Collaborates well in a team environment.
• Good leadership skills and able to supervise craft for testing, startup, and operations activity.
• Good knowledge in MS Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and other relevant applications (Aconex, Set Route).
• Understands project workflows from design, estimation, construction administration and coordination, and fabrication.

Preferred Skills

• The ideal candidate possesses broad technical experience of commissioning, startup, operation, maintenance, and testing of Mechanical/Piping Systems/Components of Oil & Gas Processing Facilities.
• Understanding of applicable company work processes including Standard Work Process Procedures.
• Familiarity with company Standard Applications (BSAPs) including Setroute, Unifier, Aconex, DSCS, PTR, Agile, Navisworks, and other automation tools which are used on company projects.
• Strong supervision experience including the ability to lead and manage change.

Education Requirements

• University/B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering plus 4 years of experience, or 8 years of equivalent industry experience in lieu of a degree.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule if required, including, but not limited to nightshift or split shift.
• Work includes field inspections and the physical ability to conduct field inspections which require the following activities: extensive walking in and around a construction site, climbing ladders, climbing scaffolding, working on elevated platforms, working on uneven surfaces and working in small or confined spaces.
• Some lifting may be required.
• Must have the ability to walk into and out of the project (enter/egress).
• Must be able to use appropriate standard issued Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) required for each assigned task (i.e. harness, life vest, lift buckets, etc.).

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

Trusted engineering, construction, and project management partner serving Energy, Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Technology, Mining & Metals, and Nuclear, Security & Environmental sectors. From planning to operations, we deliver impactful projects for industry and government, making a lasting difference globally.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number:

26-07611 Industry: Engineering

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