Startup Mechanical Lead

StellarMettle is seeking a Startup Mechanical Lead to oversee mechanical commissioning activities for a gas turbine power generation project. This role is responsible for mechanical system readiness, equipment inspections and testing, contractor oversight, and completion of commissioning documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical commissioning activities from pre-operational checks through equipment startup.
• Supervise construction personnel and subcontractors during commissioning.
• Develop and implement mechanical commissioning procedures.
• Review engineering documentation and system descriptions to verify operational readiness.
• Oversee equipment and pump inspections, initial startup, and vibration analysis.
• Coordinate system flushing, oil flushing, chemical cleaning, and steam blows.
• Verify rotating equipment alignment and mechanical system readiness.
• Coordinate commissioning checks, equipment run data collection, and system turnover documentation.
• Review and verify commissioning packages for completeness.
• Maintain redline drawings, as-built records, and documentation of field modifications.
• Coordinate technical field support and subcontractor activities.
• Identify commissioning issues, develop corrective action plans, and escalate unresolved issues.
• Track quality incidents and document lessons learned.
• Participate in system walkdowns and commissioning coordination meetings.
• Submit requests for information to engineering as required.

Qualifications

• Experience leading mechanical commissioning or startup activities at power generation or large industrial facilities.
• Experience with gas turbines and associated mechanical balance-of-plant systems preferred.
• Hands-on knowledge of pumps, rotating equipment, equipment alignment, and vibration analysis.
• Experience overseeing system flushing, oil flushing, chemical cleaning, and steam blows.
• Experience supervising contractors during commissioning and startup.
• Ability to review mechanical drawings, engineering documentation, and commissioning procedures.
• Experience with commissioning packages, equipment testing records, and as-built documentation.
• Commitment to site safety and commissioning quality requirements.