Commissioning & Startup Specialist III

Job Summary

Generally responsible for supervision and technical direction of a Commissioning & Startup project onsite. Can lead a Commissioning & Startup team onsite or work independently, overseeing teammates engaged in the execution of CSU activities related to projects, ensuring delivery of the services on time, within performance budget, and meeting quality expectations. The position will execute project documents that have been developed, or review and give input to CSU execution plans.

Work involves utilization of project controls for cost, schedule and quality of projects. The position will support the Project Managers in implementation of the direction provided by the Client. The position at all times will be responsible for creating Commissioning & Startup documents and procedures for the client or the client’s project, performed under the Startup & Commissioning Leader supervision.

• Lead by example in matters of safety at all times while at a client’s site
• Develop detailed PEP’s (Project Execution Plans)
• Develop pre‑commissioning & commissioning plans
• Develop startup procedures
• Provide input at PHA’s and HAZOP meetings
• Provide constructive comments at 30, 60, 90% model reviews
• Provide constructive comments at FAT’s and SAT’s
• Develop operator and maintenance training manuals and training programs
• Develop certification testing requirements for operators and maintenance personnel
• Lead training classes for both operations and maintenance personnel
• Lead and/or participate in commissioning & startup of facilities/projects
• Lead and/or participate in client PSSR’s
• Assist clients with startup of plants/projects
• Participate in plant troubleshooting & optimization
• Participate in plant turnarounds
• Speak to both client and internal senior management delivering clear and concise reports/progress

Education: BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering desired but not required.

Registration: Not required.

Experience: 10+ years of experience desired.

• Field experience in plant operations
• Startup and commissioning experience
• Willingness to travel both within the United States and abroad; estimated travel to be 60%
• Willingness to take longer assignments at project locations
• Possess a valid TWIC card or ability to obtain one
• Ability and desire to learn a wide variety of plant disciplines including Electrical, Piping, Mechanical, Controls & Automation, Instrumentation (I&E), and Plant Process Systems
• Positive, enthusiastic attitude; ability to motivate
• Proven successful systems integration discipline management
• Innovative drive to ensure continued strong growth of the Company
• Extreme attention to detail
• Knowledge and competency within CSU
• Proficiency in complex CSU activities
• Ability to relate easily to others in the business community such as customers, suppliers, contractors, government, professional and trade associations
• Ability to handle stress with poise; mental toughness
• Understanding of existing and potential customer deliverable expectations and preferences
• Ability to clearly communicate expectations and requirements to team members and to structure accountability
• Organization skills in personal and team issues; ability to set priorities
• Demonstrated leadership ability with team orientation; assessment of personnel through performance
• Coaching and mentoring skills and experience
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent leadership skills
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and other technology tools
• Ability to recognize personal deficiencies in expertise and mobilize needed assistance

Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Willingness to travel within the United States and abroad, with estimated travel up to 60% of the time, and to take longer assignments at project locations.

This position offers a highly competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hargrove is a drug‑free workplace. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.