Job Title: Start Up Operations Engineer Location:Kennedy Space Center, FL Duration:12 Months
US Citizenship Required Local candidates only
Major Responsibilities:
Operate local and control room panels as required.
Generate appropriate operating reports.
Experience performing electrical and mechanical system lineups for operation.
Experience executing and providing input for daily briefings and Plan of the Day meetings.
Work with plant operations reporting structures and guidelines.
Perform plant walk throughs; observe plant conditions and parameters; document plant operating parameters on shift log sheets and logbooks.
Apply personnel protective lockout tagout packages to ensure a safe work environment for operation and maintenance personnel.
Participate in system operability walkdowns.
Support the planning of operations activities to support efficient operation and maintenance.
Operate equipment and systems in accordance with the process design requirements.
Implement general plant safety procedures, including handling of hazardous substances, and use of the proper PPE.
Identify plant environmental material handling procedures, prevent / mitigate unplanned releases, and respond to developing events to mitigate consequences.
Write/enhance procedures for system start up and operation as needed.
Ensure team is in strict adherence to published start up procedures and follows management of change for any deviations to procedures.
Experience with problem identification and initiation of equipment repair documentation
Experience with emergency response activities per plant programs and training (fire, medical, environmental)
Isolate equipment in hazardous environments in case of an emergency.
Identify deviations to normal operating situations and restore equipment/systems to design operation in accordance with commissioning and startup programs.
Education and Experience Requirements: Required Knowledge and Skills:
Advanced knowledge of pertinent industry and regulatory standards.
Demonstrated experience with initial startup & shutdown trouble shooting
Experience with initial equipment and system startup
Experience with operation of pneumatic equipment and systems in accordance with design requirements including operation from local control systems/panels.
Knowledge and experience in the scopes of work inherent in operations and maintenance projects.
Demonstrated ability to motivate and lead team members and direct reports effectively & positively in a collaborative team environment.
Demonstrated ability to problem-solve in high pressure situations.
Experience as a Shift Supervisor, Senior Supervisor or Commissioning Manager.
Understanding of applicable Client work processes including Standard Work Process Procedures (SWPPs) and Standard Test & Commissioning Procedures (STCPs).
Good working knowledge of Project Client Standard Applications (BSAPs) including TEAMWorks, Setroute, Unifier, Aconex, DSCS, PTR, Agile, Navisworks, and other automation tools which are used on Client projects.
Good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite.
Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
Additional Information
Work requires the physical ability to conduct field inspections including but not limited to: extensive walking in and around a construction site often in high heat and high humidity conditions, 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.).
Position is offered by a no fee agency. Location : 1ST ST. AVE. A BLDG K6-1094 2ND FLR ROOM C09, Kennedy Space Center, FL, FL, USA, 32815
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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $37.80/hr.