Bechtel

Electrical Field Engineer

Bechtel$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or international equivalent and 8-10 years of relevant experience, or 12-14 years of relevant work experience.
  • Experience with National Electrical Code (NEC) and National Electrical Testing Association (NETA).
  • Familiarity with electrical safety practices, including lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Experience with energizing electrical systems rated at 600V and below, including medium voltage systems.
  • Ability to read one-line and three-line diagrams and familiarity with relay settings.
  • Preferably experienced working on the U.S. Gulf Coast.
  • Must be able to acquire a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).

Responsibilities

  • Prepare construction drawings and sketches.
  • Lead preparation of construction drawings, schedules, and design temporary facilities; ensure 'as built' drawings are completed.
  • Initiate requisitions for field purchases and prepare quantity takeoffs of materials and equipment.
  • Verify quantities in tracking systems as needed.
  • Ensure adherence to safety protocols and implement a zero-accident philosophy.
  • Engage in continuous learning relevant to field engineering.
  • Develop a strong understanding of system and area scoping for package development.
  • Review and approve inspection test plans and coordinate subcontractor submittals.

Benefits

  • Robust benefits package to support employee wellbeing and career advancement.
  • Culture enhancement programs to build a positive work environment.
  • Time off policies that allow employees to recharge effectively.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 295924
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Single
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Port Arthur, TX


Project Overview:

Port Arthur LNG, LLC (PALNG) is developing a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production and export facility on a site located on the western shoreline of the Port Arthur Canal in Jefferson County, Texas. The project base scope will include two (2) identical LNG trains, two (2) LNG Storage Tanks, one (1) LNG Carrier Berth, and associated utilities/facilities. The Project is to be constructed on a parcel of land located at State Highway 87 south of Port Arthur, Texas, between the inner coastal waterway bridge and Keith Lake. The Infrastructure Global Business Unit (GBU) is executing site civil and marine scopes of work associated with our scopes of work on the Energy GBU LNG projects. As the #1 LNG EPC contractor by installed capacity, Bechtel has the capability to successfully deliver a broad range of LNG projects through our integrated EPC self-perform model, strategic partnerships, and proven experience in LNG project delivery. Partnering with Bechtel means lower cost, shorter delivery schedules, and greater certainty of outcomes for our customers.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will provide project field engineering specialization and expertise with work planning and packaging, material management, quantity verification and validation, safety and quality control, technical inspection and testing knowledge, and subcontract coordination. Your recommendations will ensure field engineering activities operate safely, are complete, and conform to quality standards and project requirements. #LI-BH1

Major Responsibilities:

Work Planning & Packaging
  • Prepares construction drawings and sketches.
  • Leads preparation of construction drawings and schedules and the design of temporary construction facilities and ensures preparation of "as built" drawings and other job plans.

Material Management
  • Initiates requisitions for field purchases.
  • Prepares quantity takeoffs of field purchased material and equipment.

Quantities
  • Verifies commodities on quantity tracking systems or other computer database systems as required.

Safety / Quality Control
  • Ensures zero accident philosophy and requirements are implemented and adhered to by craft and others when in the operational area, and tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely.

Technical
  • Proactively considers continuous learning or shows interest to pursue appropriate learning activities

System Turnover Coordinator

For Direct Hire
  • Develops firm understanding of system and area scoping and drawings required for package development.

STR / Subcontract Coordinator
  • Reviews and approves inspection test plans
  • Coordinates reviews of subcontractor submittals


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:

  • Experience with the NEC.
  • Experience with NETA.
  • Experience with electrical safety practices including lockout/tagout.
  • Experience with energizing electrical systems rated 600V and below.
  • Experience with energizing medium voltage systems.
  • Ability to read one-line and three-line diagrams and familiarity with relay settings.
  • Experience working on the U.S. Gulf Coast is preferred.
  • Ability to acquire Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).


Additional Information 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.). Must be willing to work a flexible schedule if required that may include but not limited to nightshift or split shift.

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

About Bechtel

Bechtel Corporation is an American engineering, procurement, construction, and project management company founded in San Francisco, California, and headquartered in Reston, Virginia. It is the largest construction company in the United States and the 11th-largest privately owned American company in 2018. Its headquarters are in the Reston area of unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia. Bechtel is a global engineering, construction, and project management company, and they are currently working on projects in over 40 countries. The company is organized into five global business units that specialize in civil infrastructure; power generation, communications, and transmission; mining and metals; oil, gas, and chemicals; and government services.
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