Lead I&C Commissioning Technician

About you:

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If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We’ve created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

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Our purpose and beliefs:

As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time – to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best – for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

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We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.

Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.
About the job:

Kent is looking for Lead I&C Commissioning Technicians to support our team on greenfield scope at the Golden Pass LNG project in Port Arthur, TX.

Skills and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

• Reports to the discipline commissioning lead for planning and execution management support.

• Supervise Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) commissioning execution work as directed.

• Communicates with the Commissioning I&C Lead for technical support.

• Create RFI content as the first line of technical field questions.

• Accept and/or sign onto permits, JSA, FLRA’s, and toolbox talks in the capacity of front-line user.

• Perform field verification of punch list completion and update the system’s completion database as required.

• Supervise and report daily progress on commissioning B check sheets technically and legibly.

• Mentor junior I&C technicians in loop checks, troubleshooting, calibrations, and control system interface.

• Proficient in the use of I&C test equipment such as HART communicators, Fluke multimeters, pressure calibrators, and signal simulators.

• Capable of reviewing and redlining loop diagrams, instrument data sheets, and wiring schematics accurately and legibly.

• Support interlock testing, logic testing, Cause & Effect validation, and dynamic commissioning of control systems.

• Escort and coordinate with control system vendors for commissioning, logic downloads, and field support.

• Provide field support for system energization, leak testing, and instrument response verification.

• Ensure compliance with safe work practices, isolation procedures, and system-specific permitting processes.

• Interface with DCS, SIS, and PLC systems at the field level to support loop checks and functional testing.

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee’s skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee’s current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience:

Knowledge/Qualification/Training/Certification:

• Technician certified, with preferably a college technical certificate and 10+ years of relevant experience.

• Established track record in commissioning, start-up, and field integration of instrumentation and control systems.

• Strong hands-on knowledge of process instrumentation, fire & gas systems, control valves, transmitters, and analyzers.

• Experience commissioning and supporting PLC/DCS-based systems, including interlocks and shutdowns.

• In-depth understanding of CSU practices, isolation procedures, and permit-to-work systems.

• Proficient in field instrument setup, testing, and calibration under live project conditions.

Communication:

• Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication.

Behavior/Core Competencies:

• Proven strong technical skills in I&C commissioning and leadership within the discipline.

HSSEQ:

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment, and Quality rules of the Company; its clients; and the governing authorities of the host country.

Details about the role:

Location:
Port Arthur, TX
Relocation required:
No
Travel required:
Per project requirements
Contract type:
Project-based
Experience level:
10 years