Mechanical Specialist, Commissioning and Startup - Power Engineering

Mechanical Specialist, Commissioning and Startup - Kiewit Power Engineering Location

Lenexa, KS, US;
Cumberland, TN, US;
Louisville, KY, US;
Tampa, FL, US.

The Mechanical Specialist will report directly to the Startup Manager. You will promote and provide leadership for safety, work with the Mechanical Lead to coordinate and carry out the daily activities of SU Mechanical and construction craft, and assume responsibility for all mechanical components and systems integrity to complete contractual requirements with the highest degree of safety and quality.

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc. is a full‑service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. The Power district includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument, and control disciplines. We provide owner’s engineering, project development, detailed engineering and design, construction management, and plant services for power facilities, including gas‑fired generation, renewables, and water/wastewater projects across North America.

• Ensure all safety procedures are followed.
• Perform plant mechanical activities during commissioning phase and be accountable to the Mechanical Lead.
• Develop required procedures related to SU Mechanical activities.
• Follow all related SU procedures.
• Review engineering system descriptions for functionality.
• Directly supervise construction and contractor craft during commissioning phase.
• Perform initial equipment and pump check‑out.
• Perform all system line flushes.
• Perform mechanical pre‑operational check‑outs.
• Perform pump initial run‑in vibration analysis.
• Verify all rotating equipment alignments.
• Coordinate and verify all check‑out and commissioning of systems.
• Coordinate completion and recording of equipment initial run data.
• Provide oversight to sub‑contractors performing activities such as oil flushes, hydrolyzing, chemical clean, and steam blows.
• Provide oversight to TFA support.
• Elevate issues to Mechanical Lead in a timely manner.
• Develop action plan to address any issues.
• Read and adhere to Startup Administration Manual.
• Attend meetings as assigned by Mechanical Lead.

• 3‑5 years of related experience in fossil power plant operation/maintenance, startup, or commissioning protocol.
• Self‑starter with a proactive attitude and effective communication skills.
• Adequate knowledge of OSHA and applicable environmental regulations.
• Adequate knowledge of fossil power plants and major equipment/systems design and operation.
• Adequate knowledge of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and operations manuals.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships with plant staff, engineering/design staff, and vendors.

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Kiewit is an equal‑opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.