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Commissioning Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls System

Wood
United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Aug 2025

About the role

Wood is recruiting for a Commissioning Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls System to join its Commissioning Services business. This position is focused on onshore and offshore projects in the United States. Weekly Workdays / Rotational Schedule (as required). Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required.

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role Commissioning Engineer will be accountable for the commission and start-up of project processing, utility and supporting systems, completing the commissioning work-scope in a logical and controlled sequence and to the project specifications. Implement Wood’s Safety Policies and Procedures throughout the commissioning phases of the project. 

Our Clients and Projects Designing the future. Transforming the world. Wood's Commissioning Services business works with leaders across renewables and emerging energy sectors.

What We Offer:

  • Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors
  • Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team, and individual needs
  • Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion with employee networks giving all employees a voice
  • Competitive salary with regular reviews to ensure market alignment
  • Flexible benefits package adapted to suit your lifestyle
  • Commitment to professional development through tailored development plans
  • Global connections with leading industry experts shaping our profession

 

Key responsibilities:

  • Responsible for preparing/supporting Commissioning Team with: Commissioning philosophy, schedule and procedures during project Detailed Design phase
  • System commissioning activities during all phases of the project. Execute Commissioning Procedures with  Commissioning Team support
  • Support system handover and acceptance from Construction Team and to Operations Team; including system discipline walk downs and punch list generation
  • Report to the Project Manager on issues regarding commissioning, start up schedule and progress
  • Interface with client management regarding commissioning and start-up
  • Ensure all commissioning resources are being utilized in a cost effective manner
  • Define system priority hand over list from Construction to Commissioning and from Commissioning to Operations
  • Will direct or assist in developing Project Manpower Estimates and System Commissioning Schedules
  • Develop and maintain commissioning budget
  • Develop and review commissioning test equipment and material take-offs for onshore and offshore execution
  • Develop vendor call-out requirements and schedule for specialized vendor supplied equipment and overall vendor coordination
  • Prepare systems for final inspection and hand over to Operations Team after commissioning procedures are complete
  • Need proficiency in MS Office Applications e.g., Word, Excel, Access, Power Point
  • Perform other duties as assigned or requested

At Wood, we welcome talented individuals to consider joining our team. Even if you don't match every statement below but have relevant experience or skills, we encourage you to apply.

Candidate should be a motivated self-starter with complex problem solving ability. Excellent communication skills and team-oriented personality required to interface with Engineering, Construction and Operations Teams. A detailed working knowledge of oil and gas process and onshore/offshore facilities is required including: power generation and distribution, control and safety systems, oil and gas separation, turbine driven gas compression, rotating equipment, utility support and lifesaving systems.

Expected:

  • Degree in Engineering or relevant experience Oil and Gas / Energy Industry. Equivalent industry certifications and experience will be considered
  • 5+ years experience in oil and gas / energy industry Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Start-Up and Operations experience, particularly Commissioning and Start-up experience of large capital projects, multi-discipline supervisory roles in all industry type facilities
  • Experience with Turbine generation: specifically controls systems Mark Vie / LCI2100e and EX2100e
  • Experience with Gas turbine control systems and auxiliaries 
  • Skilled in troubleshooting and diagnostics of Mark VIe, Mark VI, Mark V and Mark II control systems in both power generation and mechanical drive
  • Ability to provide technical support of PLC-based hardware and software
  • Employee must be able to see and read reports
  • Employee will be required to stand, walk, s

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