Senior Technical Project Lead

Avanceon is a leading global system integrator specializing in integrated control instrumentation and automation solutions. With decades of experience we empower industries worldwideincluding oil & gas utilities and manufacturingto control improve and optimize their operational processes driving efficiency and enhancing asset performance. We are committed to delivering state-of-the-art execution and engineering excellence.

The Senior Technical / Project Lead is a high-impact position responsible for providing end-to-end technical leadership and comprehensive execution oversight for complex multi-disciplinary projects. The scope covers major technical domains including automation (PLC/SCADA RTUs) electrical systems (MCC/VFD power distribution) instrumentation mechanical and civil elements.

This role acts as the primary technical authority ensuring all engineering deliverables on-site execution testing and commissioning activities are completed strictly according to specifications contractual obligations and stringent international standards (IEC NEC ATEX API).

Key Responsibilities

A. Technical Leadership & Compliance

• Design Approval: Lead and guide engineering teams in reviewing and approving technical submittals designs and drawings across all project disciplines: automation electrical MCCs/VFDs and I&C systems.
• Standard Enforcement: Ensure rigorous compliance with governing standards such as IEC NEC ATEX ISO and API throughout the project lifecycle.
• Expertise Provision: Serve as the subject matter expert providing technical guidance on PLC/SCADA RTUs MCC panels motor control circuits VFD programming/integration field instrumentation and power distribution.

B. Project Execution Management

• On-Site Oversight: Oversee the successful on-ground execution of electrical installations MCC/VFD wiring load distribution motor control setups and system integration with automation platforms.
• Testing & Commissioning: Manage and execute critical technical activities including troubleshooting loop checks panel energization motor run tests and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)/Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively monitor execution risks and develop and implement effective mitigation plans to protect critical schedule commitments.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the installation and commissioning of all systems strictly adhere to approved QA/QC plans.

C. Stakeholder Coordination

• Technical Focal Point: Act as the main technical and execution focal point for critical external parties including customers consultants OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) and subcontractors.
• Interface Management: Lead technical meetings interface discussions site inspections and compliance reviews for all electrical and automation systems.
• Procurement Liaison: Coordinate closely with procurement and planning teams to guarantee the timely availability of long-lead items such as MCCs VFDs panels instruments and cables.

D. Documentation & Compliance

• Deliverable Management: Ensure the timely preparation and finalization of crucial technical reports test sheets MCC/VFD configuration records as-built drawings O&M manuals and commissioning documents.
• Governance: Guarantee strict adherence to all contractual requirements site safety protocols and internal project governance standards.

E. Team Leadership & Resource Management

• Supervision & Mentorship: Supervise and mentor execution teams including electrical supervisors automation engineers technicians and fitters.
• Resource Allocation: Manage and optimize manpower allocation across parallel workstreams to ensure maximum productivity and execution quality.
• Culture: Promote a culture of technical rigor safety discipline and accountability within the execution team.

Required Qualifications

Core Competencies

• Electrical & Control Expertise: Strong expertise in electrical systems power distribution MCCs VFD configuration/troubleshooting motor control logic and panel integration.
• Automation Knowledge: Robust understanding of SCADA/PLC systems RTUs industrial communication networks and field instrumentation.
• Project Skills: Excellent coordination planning stakeholder management and advanced technical problem-solving skills.
• Software Tools: Working knowledge of project management tools like MS Project and technical drawing software (e.g. AutoCAD/Electrical).

Personal Attributes

• Mindset: Strong ownership mentality with a results-oriented execution-driven approach.
• Leadership: Decisive leadership capabilities particularly in challenging multi-site execution environments.
• Values: High focus on quality safety and compliance in all activities.
• Work Ethic: Adaptable and capable of maintaining performance under pressure.