I/E/C Specialist at Vitol

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

I/E/C Support, Construction Completion, Commissioning, Startup, Troubleshooting, Instrumentation, Electrical, PLC, HMI, Reliability, Safety, Maintainability, Training, Mentoring, Continuous Improvement, Field Experience

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

Company Description Vitol Biomethane, part of the global Vitol group, is at the forefront of sustainable energy by transforming landfill gas into clean, usable natural gas. We collaborate with landfill owners across the US, installing and operating advanced facilities directly on-site to deliver renewable energy into the nation’s pipeline system. Join us and help drive the transition to a cleaner energy future. Our people are our business. Talent is precious to us and we create an environment in which individuals can reach their full potential, unhindered by hierarchy. Our team comprises more than 65+ nationalities and we are committed to developing and sustaining a diverse work force. Learn more about us here. Job Description The I/E/C Specialist is a senior, hands-on technical role responsible for supporting construction completion, commissioning, startup, and early operations of a growing portfolio of Renewable Natural Gas facilities. This position is a field-forward individual contributor role, acting as the technical bridge between Engineering, Construction, and Operations to ensure systems are safe, functional, maintainable, and ready for long-term operations. This role requires extensive travel and direct engagement at active construction and operating sites. The I/E/C Specialist operates with significant autonomy while remaining tightly aligned with Operations leadership and project teams. Travel Expectations 60–75% travel, particularly during active construction and commissioning periods Multi-state site support with flexibility to self-schedule travel in coordination with project and operations needs Construction Completion & Commissioning Provide hands-on I/E/C support during construction closeout, commissioning, and startup Verify installations, support loop checks, FAT/SAT activities, and startup readiness Troubleshoot instrumentation, electrical, PLC, and HMI issues in the field Operational Readiness & Reliability Support transition from construction to operations with a focus on reliability, safety, and maintainability Assist site teams in resolving complex I/E/C issues during early operations Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions related to control or electrical failures Cross-Functional Coordination Work directly with Engineering, Construction, Operations, vendors, and site leadership Provide practical, field-driven feedback on designs, drawings, and constructability Serve as a technical liaison to ensure design intent aligns with operational reality Training & Knowledge Transfer Train and mentor plant operators and technicians on I/E/C systems and troubleshooting Help elevate site-level technical capability and reduce long-term dependency on external support Standards & Continuous Improvement Support development and refinement of I/E/C standards, practices, and preferred equipment Identify opportunities to simplify systems, improve reliability, and enhance maintainability Qualifications 8–12+ years of hands-on I/E/C experience in RNG, oil & gas, power generation, chemical, or similar industrial environments Strong field experience with PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, MCCs, VFDs, and industrial plant power systems Proven experience supporting construction, commissioning, startup, and early operations Practical, execution-focused mindset with strong troubleshooting skills Ability to work independently while coordinating across multiple disciplines Willingness and ability to travel extensively as required by project needs Additional Information What This Role Is (and Is Not) • ✔ Senior, hands-on technical contributor • ✔ Field-based, execution-oriented, high-impact • ✖ Not a traditional people manager role • ✖ Not primarily office- or strategy-based All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Responsibilities

The I/E/C Specialist supports construction completion, commissioning, startup, and early operations of Renewable Natural Gas facilities. This role acts as a technical bridge between Engineering, Construction, and Operations to ensure systems are safe and functional.