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ELECTRICAL COMMISSIONING LEAD (C&SU QEC)

US10 Air Products and Chemical
Full-time
On-site
Houston, TX (0145) United States of America
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We are seeking a mid-level Electrical Commissioning Lead specialized in electrical equipment testing and commissioning. Our team supports the safe and efficient construction and startup of process gas (SMR) and cryogenic technologies (ASU, Syngas Distillation). We are responsible for all start up projects in the Americas region excluding standard plant. This position requires 75% -80% travel

Required Skills / Abilities:

EH&S of the commissioning team and others working at site:

  • Leaders in Safety at the site

  • Ensure commissioning activities are carried out according to Air Products safety procedures, ensuring important metrics are met or exceeded

  • Ensure the correct types and levels of electrical PPE are available on site and all team members are trained in the proper use

  • Understand and implement the Air Products electrical isolation and LOTO procedures associated with construction, commissioning and operation of the electrical distribution system

Electrical Commissioning Lead:

  • Coordinating between electrical construction / contractors, the commissioning team and qualified AP electrical resources

  • Coordinate appropriate electrical resources to perform required testing and inspections

  • Work processes are developed, understood and implemented

  • Accurate prioritization of electrical commissioning

  • Documentation of commissioning activities, quality & testing

  • Participating in Factory Acceptance Testing of Power Distribution Centers and other major electrical equipment

  • Operational readiness inspections and pre-safety start-up review and punch listing

Leadership:

  • Directly supervise and responsible for the electrical commissioning team (APCI staff/all contracts): goals are achieved, and work practices are in accordance to the relevant industry and APCI

  • Drive and assist the E&I construction/contractor leadership team members to turn over equipment for commissioning

  • Develop systems to gauge progress and record non-conformance and address these deficiencies in a timely manner

  • Accountable for the successful commissioning of the electrical equipment and systems and coordinate commissioning resources

Troubleshooting / Reliability:

  • Investigate and resolve electrical related equipment issues and failures in a timely/efficient manner

  • Provide recommendations to solving technical issues based on experience in electrical troubleshooting

  • Carry out root cause analysis of equipment failures

  • Identify and raise issues with equipment that could affect operator safety & plant reliability

Education and Licensing Requirements:

  • High School diploma and formal technical training in electrical construction, maintenance, and testing is required

  • Good written and verbal communication skills

  • Broad knowledge of Air Products technology, standards, safety systems, and engineering and operating procedures

  • Able to work in a team environment and maintain a positive disposition even in times of high stress and workload

  • Solve and make good and timely decisions in high stress situations

  • Interpret single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control schematics, construction drawings/ details, and other electrical user documentation

  • Experience and solid understanding of electrical construction and industry standards such as NFPA 70 & NEC and NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

  • Experience, and knowledge of electrical distribution system equipment

  • Experience with setting up and programming various electrical protection relays, particularly SEL and Multilin

  • Experience with electrical testing and procedures as well national testing standards (NETA) and test equipment including, but not limited to, multi-function meter, insulation resistance tester (megger), low resistance ohmmeter (ductor), high potential dielectric withstand equipment (hi-pot), current injection units and sweep frequency response analysis (SFRA) equipment

  • Ability to take on or assist with other construction and commissioning roles

  • The successful candidate is required to complete an 18 – 24 month training & qualification process to achieve the Air Products QEC title, after which a grade level bump will occur

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We are the world’s largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.

At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.


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