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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
The Piping Precommissioning & Flushing Specialist plans, oversees and executes precommissioning of piping systems, including water flushing, air blowing, chemical cleaning, hydrotesting and pressure testing, so that internal piping surfaces meet strict cleanliness, operational and regulatory standards before startup and turnover. Working from P&IDs and system boundaries, you will design and manage temporary systems, remove debris, scale and contaminants from industrial piping, and verify that systems are clean, tested and documented for handover to commissioning and operations. The role combines mechanical engineering, fluid dynamics and water chemistry, and you will help establish, administer and implement Bechtel's suite of startup applications. Precommissioning and flushing experience from refining, petrochemical, power, LNG, pharmaceutical or other process industries is directly transferable. This position requires travel to project sites and is designated part-time telework, with at least three days per week in person at the assigned office or project.
Collaborate: Actively seeks out others’ opinions and input and is open-minded to their views. Challenges others appropriately and is also open to being challenged on their own views.
Communicate: Is effective at adapting their communication style appropriately to their audience, providing context and using the right tone and level of information.
Customer Focus: Prioritizes the customer needs and puts these at the forefront of all interactions. Ensures that others within their team maintain this same approach.
Deliver: Demonstrates making well thought out, timely decisions and prioritization that leads to successful outcomes. Includes the right people at the right time.
Problem Solve: Accurately assesses a situation to find the best solution or way of working to resolve the issues. It is focused on creating a long term fix rather than a short-term solution.
Role Model: Contributes to the Bechtel culture by inspiring and motivating others through their positive approach and attitude. Comes to work determined to do a good job, for themselves and for their team.
Precommissioning Execution: Plans and runs flushing, air blowing, chemical cleaning, hydrotesting, and pressure testing safely and to specification.
Compliance: Ensures all procedures and equipment setups meet regulatory, OSHA, and environmental safety standards.
Technical Judgment: Reads P&IDs and system boundaries to design temporary systems and confirm cleanliness acceptance criteria. #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.
Establishes data requirements for the startup automation tools in accordance with the project automation plan, designing/developing workflows, forms, and templates for automation tools
Customizes applications and reports (e.g., SmartCompletions, Q4Safety, PowerBl, SQL server reporting services (SSRS), etc.) to support startup reporting requirements.
Prepares test plans, migration plans, job aids.
Develop relationships across integrated team, contractors, and third parties.
Supports reviews of performance curves, metrics, trackers, and user feedback to show trends.
Recommends adjustments in coordination with the Project Startup Manager, Project Field Engineer, and Site Manager.
Manages output data and prepares startup reports with direction from Project Startup Manager, Project Field Engineer, and Site Manager.
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 experience
Preferred
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 B31.3 Process Piping
ASHRAE Standards and Guidelines
SEMI Standards
NFPA Codes and Standards
ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
OSHA Construction Standards
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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com
