Instrumentation & Commissioning Specialist 3
Location: Lakemont, GA

Contract- 3 Years

Client- Southern Company.

Position Summary:
The Startup & Commissioning Specialist will play a critical role in supporting project startup and commissioning activities at fossil power plants. This role involves ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency during all phases of commissioning while coordinating with plant staff, engineering teams, contractors, and vendors.

Key Responsibilities:
Abide by all safety rules and help establish and maintain a safety-focused culture

Perform project startup and commissioning activities as directed by Startup Leads and the Site Startup Manager

Assist Startup Leads in managing startup budgets and schedules

Accurately document startup and commissioning results, including punch list development

Develop and maintain Startup Turnover Packages

Support implementation of startup procedures on projects

Ensure quality requirements meet applicable plans, specifications, and standards

Identify installation problems, assist in developing solutions, and ensure corrective actions are executed in accordance with approved plans

Conduct point-to-point checkout, yellow-lining, and loop checkout

Coordinate daily startup activities and facilitate communication between all stakeholders

Required Qualifications:
10+ years of related experience or a 4-year degree in a related field

Broad general knowledge of fossil power plants and major equipment/systems design and operation

Understanding of requirements and regulations for working on or around energized equipment

Adequate knowledge of OSHA and applicable environmental regulations

Knowledge of LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) procedures

Proficient in reading and interpreting drawings, P&IDs, operations manuals, and instrumentation details

Adequate knowledge of I&C logic, DCS configurations, and startup processes

Skills & Expertise:
Self-starter with strong initiative and proactive problem-solving abilities

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work across all management levels and build effective relationships

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously

Ability to interact with plant staff, design engineers, and vendors effectively

Work Environment:
Field-based role in a fossil power plant environment

Must be able to work around energized equipment and adhere to strict safety protocols

May require extended hours, weekends, and on-site presence during critical commissioning phases