Commissioning Operations Specialist

Beschreibung

• Manage and coordinate all on‑site commissioning parties and activities to ensure safe, efficient, and aligned execution, particularly for large or complex commissioning scopes
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all commissioning employees, including company commissioning staff, engineering personnel, and commissioning contractors
• Work closely with the designated work preparator to create, track, and close MyPlant events (including warranty‑related events), ensuring correct cost center allocation and satisfactory closure
• Maintain responsibility for all on‑site warranty events during the commissioning phase; may delegate specific tasks to technicians for training purposes while retaining full accountability
• Organize and lead daily commissioning meetings (start‑of‑work and end‑of‑work), acting as meeting owner and decision‑maker when commissioning activities overlap or conflict
• Escalate non‑attendance, resourcing gaps, or capability issues to line management in a timely manner
• Monitor, justify, and approve commissioning resource labor hours within defined authority limits
• Manage company‑supplied tooling used for commissioning activities, ensuring secure on‑site storage, controlled distribution, and return to the Tooling Center
• Maintain and update the daily commissioning log, ensuring accurate record‑keeping and traceability
• Represent the commissioning scope in daily customer and stakeholder meetings, providing clear status updates and supporting decision‑making
• Act as the central communication hub for all commissioning‑related coordination, instructions, and updates
• Own the coordination of commissioning activities onsite, including directing and enforcing reasonable instructions to ensure safe and efficient progress
• Provide regular progress reporting on commissioning scope, milestones, risks, and issues
• Ensure full compliance with all company and customer EHS rules, policies, and standards at all times
• Liaise closely with the Site Manager, customer representatives, and all commissioning parties to ensure smooth execution and alignment
• Own and manage all site commissioning documentation, ensuring completeness, accuracy, quality, and timely submission
• Lead and manage the company warranty process during the commissioning phase, including evidence gathering, reporting, and case submission
• Support handover readiness by ensuring all commissioning documentation, punch lists, and closeout requirements are completed
• Identify opportunities for improving commissioning processes and implement best practices
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in reciprocating engine technology and commissioning techniques
• Performs other duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience coordinating or leading on-site commissioning activities, preferably for complex or large projects
• Proven experience coordinating cross‑functional teams in a complex, operational environment
• Background in mechanical or technical disciplines with working knowledge of engine parts and systems; experience with natural gas compression engines is preferred.
• Experience working with commissioning documentation, reporting, and tracking systems (e.g., MyPlant or similar tools)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to travel frequently to project sites as needed to support commissioning activities and may involve short- or extended-duration assignments based on project requirements
• Valid driver’s license
• Legally authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship 

• Strong understanding of commissioning processes, site coordination, and execution workflows
• Ability to lead meetings, make decisions, and provide clear direction in a dynamic site environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with technicians, engineers, management, customers, and on‑site teams
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve escalations and implement process improvements that ensure compliance and operational efficiency
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, including effective coordination with cross-functional teams
• Working knowledge of EHS requirements applicable to site‑based commissioning activities
• Ability to work for extended periods on active project and commissioning sites, including navigating industrial or construction environments with stairs and uneven surfaces
• Ability to stand, sit, bend, and move between work areas as required during daily commissioning activities
• Ability to lift or move items up to 25 pounds (e.g., tools, documentation, or equipment)
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying environmental conditions common to commissioning sites
• Sufficient visual acuity