DCS Commissioning Engineer

Black & Veatch Corporation offers a place to grow in a collaborative, safety-focused environment onsite in Lathrop, MO. You will gain access to comprehensive health care options (medical, dental, vision) plus disability coverage, a wellness program, and flexible work schedules. The role includes paid vacation and holidays, sick time, and dependent sick time, with a company-matched 401(k), tuition and adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A supportive culture paired with clear startup planning and a commitment to quality makes this a strong fit for engineers who value reliability, hands-on scope, and long-term impact.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating startup packages and maintain all documentation needed for their upkeep
• Contribute to the development and upkeep of a detailed startup schedule
• Plan startup activities and milestones, including major equipment actions, chemical cleaning, steamblow, and demonstration testing
• Oversee construction completion, turnover to startup, startup turnover to operations, and final turnover to the client
• Help develop clear startup procedures to satisfy contract requirements and coordinate the startup effort
• Assist in advanced planning for startup activities and major milestones
• Support programs for control of spares, consumables, outstanding work, and deficiency tracking
• Execute the startup in line with specifications and contracts to ensure timely and efficient client turnover
• Conduct comprehensive system walkdowns to confirm completion status and identify items outstanding for closure
• Serve as the primary lead for plant equipment and systems within the engineer's discipline
• Act as the main point of contact for all system functions through startup and plant operation
• Verify installations align with design and confirm operational feasibility
• Record as-built engineering changes on drawings and ensure proper equipment setup and testing per supplier requirements
• Provide functional supervision of other discipline engineers assigned to the project
• Adhere to safety and quality standards and support continuous improvement and change management efforts
• Serve in a lead capacity for the discipline startup team, directing startup engineers and technicians without direct management responsibilities

Requirements

• Must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search) in compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Certifications

• OSHA 10 Hour Training

Benefits

• Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision) and disability; wellness program
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid vacation and holiday time
• Sick time and dependent sick time
• Company-matched 401(k) plan
• Adoption reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vendor discounts
• Employment referral program
• AD&D insurance
• Pre-tax accounts
• Voluntary legal plan
• B&V Credit Union
• Performance-based bonus program
• Employee stock ownership (ESOP)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Engineering preferred
• 5+ years of relevant startup experience preferred
• Familiarity with Project Instructions Manual, Contract documents, Startup guidelines, and Division Policies
• Supervisory skills and strong communications abilities
• Planning and multi-tasking capabilities; problem solving and computer skills
• Knowledge of discipline technical principles related to power plants
• Understanding of tools, equipment, and instruments used in job duties
• Knowledge of internal engineering systems and tools

Minimum Qualifications

• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Physical Demands: Lift and carry heavy items up to 50 pounds; stand, kneel, bend, stoop, move, and walk long distances in confined or uneven spaces; see and hear naturally or with correction; full range of motion; handle and manipulate tools and controls; repetitive movement; may require work above 5 feet; climb and balance on steel frameworks, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds; work up to a 12 hour shift in varying temperatures and outdoor conditions
• Work Environment: Typical construction site with cramped spaces, hot or cold conditions, dust, wind, snow, rain, bright or low lighting, and exposure to loud noises and hazardous equipment; also typical office environment; safety sensitive position