What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Engineer - Petrochemical Projects position at Advantage Technical?
Seeking a Field Engineer - System Turnover & PSSR for a 12-month contract assignment in Lake Charles, LA, starting January 2027. No traditional per diem offered; a per diem split is available.
Responsibilities-
Support construction, mechanical completion, system turnover, commissioning, and startup.
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Perform field walkdowns and verify installations against P&IDs, drawings, and specifications.
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Manage system boundaries, turnover packages, and completion documentation.
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Develop, track, and close punch-list items.
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Coordinate and execute Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR).
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Track MOC, PHA, PSSR, and pre-startup action items through closure.
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Verify inspections, testing, equipment readiness, and turnover documentation.
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Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, Operations, Maintenance, HSE, and contractors.
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5 years of field engineering, construction, commissioning, or industrial project experience.
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Hands-on experience with system turnover, mechanical completion, punch-list management, and PSSR.
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Ability to read P&IDs, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
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Knowledge of PSM, MOC, PHA, and startup requirements.
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Experience with industrial construction, field verification, and contractor coordination.
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Engineering or related technical degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.
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Refining, petrochemical, chemical, pipeline, or heavy industrial projects.
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Brownfield projects, pipe rack relocations, tie-ins, and turnarounds.
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Pressure testing, loop checks, commissioning, and system completion tracking.
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