Electrical Commissioning Lead

Company: Gibson Applied Technology & Engineering
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Summary: The Electrical Commissioning Lead is a project position responsible for facilitating commissioning planning and execution of commissioning activities for the electrical scopes of the commissioning project. The Electrical Commissioning Lead supports the Commissioning Manager, Commissioning Engineers and Superintendent in completion of all planning and execution activities to meet project deadlines. Experience & Education: Minimum 8 years’ experience in commissioning Engineering degree or technical qualification required Working knowledge of appropriate regulatory requirements and restrictions Extensive knowledge of oil and gas facilities and associated control and safety systems Proven ability to effectively and efficiently work as part of a team and independently Proven ability to effectively lead a team (up to 30 people) Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate and work well with others Proven ability to promote client relationships Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to travel within the US, offshore and internationally Work to promote the 5-levels of leadership philosophy and GATE Energy standards for HSSE and Quality Essential Duties& Responsibilities: Carry out commissioning planning and execution activities as directed by Commissioning Superintendent, Commissioning Manager and Commissioning Engineers Undertake technical writing to develop commissioning and system test plans for execution as well as other project deliverables Direct, mentor and lead field supervisors and technician personnel to undertake commissioning activities Provide necessary information and relevant reports/documents to the Client QA/QC department Assist the Commissioning Manager and other team personnel to coordinate Systems Completion and facilitate successful commissioning and turnover to client Complete documentation (e.g. Inspection Test Records or System Commissioning Procedures) required to document completion of commissioning activities. Provide technical guidance to discipline field Supervisors and Technicians for execution of daily commissioning activities Interface with project team, turnover and acceptance coordinator, start-up team and operations Assist in resolution of systems completion related issues to ensure satisfactory quality is attained Participate actively in the project’s Management of Change (MoC) program Perform activities in accordance with the Project QA/QC Plan Inspect systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, required repairs and to ensure compliance Stay up to date with industry best practices and emerging technology used during electrical discipline commissioning activities Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment is hazardous. Provide QC monitoring and verify that all activities comply with the applicable Specifications, Codes, Standards, QA Manual and QA/QC Plan Adhere to GATE standards and client requirements for Health, Safety, Security and Environmental (HSSE). Take reasonable care of one’s own health and safety and that of others in the workplace Maintain current licenses, certifications or identification cards to meet governmental regulations and project / client requirements Interface with vendors and other stakeholders to effectively and efficiently execute all equipment commissioning activities Monitor static and dynamic commissioning activities Assist in the seamless transition of the facilities from project to operations Monitor handling and identification of instruments and verify compliance to Customer's Specifications, Codes and Standards Generate Job Safety Analysis and other required documentation to adhere with project / client HSSE requirements Manage project documentation Follow and maintain GATE and client standards for Quality in accordance with Quality System requirements Identify quality issues and proposed resolutions Ability to produce required tools and test equipment lists, commissioning spares and consumables lists, and work with GATE logistics to ensure proper calibrations and use of equipment during execution of commissioning scopes Other duties as assigned Physical Requirements: Ability to climb stairs, ladders, ramps and access/utilize scaffolding Ability to carry tools bag (up to 50 lbs.), bend body downward and forward, kneel, climb & walk Work extended shift hours e.g. 12 hours / day or as dictated by project requirements Ability to pass a background check, drug screen and/or physical GATE Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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