2027 University Hire (U.S.) - Startup Engineer

Summary

Bechtel is an engineering, construction, and infrastructure company serving complex projects across multiple industries. The University Hire Startup Engineer supports equipment and system operation, startup, commissioning, testing, maintenance, and project design activities while developing entry-level startup engineering expertise.

Responsibilities

• Entry-level Startup Engineers perform assignments that develop startup work knowledge and abilities through the application of developed techniques, standards, guidelines, procedures, and criteria
• Exercises limited, but increasing judgement, in performing assigned tasks
• Using prescribed methods, performs specific and limited portions of the broader assignment of an experienced Startup Engineer. Performs startup assistance at the jobsite as directed
• Receive technical and administrative supervision from a Startup Engineer or Startup Supervisor
• May receive technical direction or on the job instructions from a Startup Engineer or Senior Startup Engineer
• Compiles, evaluates the correlates data for procedures and system files
• Provides input to and/or reviews Startup test procedures
• Provides input to and/or reviews Engineering, Operations, project deliverables, and assists in project design and model reviews as pertains to plan operability and Startup
• Performs field consulting services as required
• Directs component and system commissioning and testing under close supervision
• Directs maintenance under close supervision
• Conducts walk-down of systems in conjunction with construction, prior to system turnover from construction, under close supervision
• Performs calculations and simple preliminary analyses to evaluate test results
• Assists in project design reviews and project operations manual preparation
• Coordinates assigned work with other technical personnel as directed

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical (including Electronics and Computer Engineering), Mechanical, Chemical, Marine, Industrial, Nuclear Engineering, or Engineering Technology, from an accredited college or university within the past 12 months or the next 12 months
• Eligible for the University Hire Program (typically hired within 12 months of graduation)
• Familiarity with basic design of electrical and controls systems, mechanical process systems and process controls
• Technical knowledge of startup, commissioning, operations, or maintenance
• Basic knowledge of engineering systems and applications of startup and commissioning methods
• Basic skills in oral and written communication and software packages
• Must have the right to work and remain in the United States
• Successful candidates should be flexible and willing to work in a variety of locations and environments in support of Bechtel's projects and business operations. This may include opportunities at construction sites, project execution offices, or functional and corporate service organizations
• Master's degree in Electrical (including Electronics and Computer Engineering), Mechanical, Chemical, Marine, Industrial, Nuclear Engineering, or Engineering Technology, from an accredited college or university
• Familiarity with basic operations and/or maintenance practices associated with oil, gas, petrochemical, power, or offshore facilities
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Due to the nature of some positions, US citizenship maybe required
• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense, Department of Energy, or project site clearance, depending on assignment
• Must be willing to relocate to project or jobsite
• Previous Startup internship or co-op

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical (including Electronics and Computer Engineering), Mechanical, Chemical, Marine, Industrial, Nuclear Engineering, or Engineering Technology, from an accredited college or university within the past 12 months or the next 12 months
• Eligible for the University Hire Program (typically hired within 12 months of graduation)
• Familiarity with basic design of electrical and controls systems, mechanical process systems and process controls
• Technical knowledge of startup, commissioning, operations, or maintenance
• Basic knowledge of engineering systems and applications of startup and commissioning methods
• Basic skills in oral and written communication and software packages
• Must have the right to work and remain in the United States
• Successful candidates should be flexible and willing to work in a variety of locations and environments in support of Bechtel's projects and business operations. This may include opportunities at construction sites, project execution offices, or functional and corporate service organizations

Nice to Haves

• Master's degree in Electrical (including Electronics and Computer Engineering), Mechanical, Chemical, Marine, Industrial, Nuclear Engineering, or Engineering Technology, from an accredited college or university
• Familiarity with basic operations and/or maintenance practices associated with oil, gas, petrochemical, power, or offshore facilities
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Due to the nature of some positions, US citizenship maybe required
• Ability to obtain a Department of Defense, Department of Energy, or project site clearance, depending on assignment
• Must be willing to relocate to project or jobsite
• Previous Startup internship or co-op

Benefits

• National - Single relocation authorized
• A 15% salary uplift is provided on top of base salary for positions that are worked in New York City or San Francisco, which is subject to change depending on market conditions.
• Participation in learning and development opportunities designed to accelerate your career growth.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Optional disability and supplemental insurance options
• Paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period)
• Nine paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Discretionary bonuses
• 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components