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Bechtel Corporation
Commissioning Startup Spec. Flushing
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What they do
A Power Distributor or Plant Operator operates equipment to controls and monitor the flow of electricity from power plants.
$54,640 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Requisition ID:
299154- + •
Relocation Authorized:
National - Family- + •
Telework Type:
Part-Time Telework- + •
Work Location:
Houston, TX- # Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects: Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Project Overview:
Bechtel Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) is an exciting and growing business that serves the increasing demand of EPC services for customers in the Data Centers, Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical and Electric Vehicle (batteries, charging infrastructure, and production), markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T will solve the industries toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in the U.S. with employees in various states, M&T also has colleagues in the United Kingdom, India, and other locations while we actively pursue exciting opportunities in other parts of the world. We are looking for talented people to join our team that are passionate about making a difference and contributing to historical projects that will have a lasting impact on society. #Job Summary:
In this role, you will establish, administer, and implement the suite of startup applications, flushing and pipe cleaning engineer ensures that internal piping surfaces meet strict cleanliness, operational, and regulatory standards before system startup or handover. This role combines mechanical engineering, fluid dynamics, and water chemistry. A flushing and pipe cleaning engineer plans, designs, and oversees the removal of debris, scale, and contaminants from industrial or commercial piping systems prior to startup or during maintenance. This position requires travel to various project sites and the ability to work from one of Bechtel's office locations as needed. This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.\#LI-AA1 #Major Responsibilities:
+Procedure Development:
- Design and review flushing, blowing, and chemical cleaning methods, calculations, and sequences based on project specifications. +
System Verification:
- Inspect piping layouts, P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), and mechanical sign-offs to confirm readiness for testing. +
Execution Oversight:
- Supervise dynamic water flushing, high-velocity oil flushing, or air/steam blowing loops. +
Chemical Treatment Management:
- Coordinate degreasing, acid pickling, passivation, and biocide dosing with chemical specialists. +
Quality Control & Testing:
- Monitor parameters like flow velocity, pressure, turbidity, and iron/conductivity levels to meet acceptance criteria. +
Safety & Compliance:
- Enforce safety protocols, including confined space entry, chemical handling, and hazardous waste management per OSHA guidelines.
Education and Experience Requirements:
+ Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experiencePreferred:
- + •
Experience:
- 15+ years working in pre-commissioning, water treatment, hydronic/HVAC systems, or oil and gas pipeline operations. +
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in reading P&IDs, understanding fluid flow velocities, and analyzing basic water or oil chemistry. +
Certifications:
- Valid
OSHA 10/30
certification and relevant safety training (e.g., HAZWOPER for industrial or oilfield environments). #Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Technical Knowledge
- + Semiconductor process utility systems. + Ultra-Pure Water (UPW) systems. + Process Cooling Water (PCW) systems. + Chemical delivery infrastructure. + HVAC and cleanroom support systems. + Mechanical completion and system turnover processes. + P&ID interpretation and redline development. + Control systems and process automation integration. + Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
Industry Standards Knowledge of:
- + ASME B31.
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 # Diverse teams build the extraordinary: As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.- _Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- acesstmt@bechtel.com
Benefits
- Dental Insurance