Job Description

Overview

Aecon is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Tubing Superintendent to lead and manage field activities related to instrumentation installation, tubing fabrication, testing, and commissioning support on the Samsung Semiconductor project in Taylor, Texas. This role is vital for ensuring precision, quality, and schedule compliance on a complex, high-purity manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise all on-site instrumentation and tubing construction activities
  • Manage foremen, craft labor, and specialty subcontractors
  • Oversee installation of instrumentation and control devices
  • Oversee installation of high-purity tubing (SS, copper, and specialty materials)
  • Oversee installation of valves, regulators, transmitters, analyzers, and manifolds
  • Ensure tubing installation meets cleanliness, orbital welding, testing, and QA/QC standards
  • Coordinate tubing fabrication, flushing, pressure testing, and documentation
  • Work closely with project management, electrical, mechanical, and process teams
  • Enforce site safety policies and conduct daily toolbox talks
  • Review drawings, isometrics, P&IDs, and specifications
  • Identify constructability issues and resolve field conflicts
  • Coordinate inspections, turnover packages, and commissioning support
  • Maintain daily reports, manpower tracking, and progress updates

Requirements

  • 8–10+ years of experience in instrumentation and tubing construction
  • Prior superintendent or lead supervisory experience on industrial or semiconductor projects
  • Strong understanding of instrumentation installation and calibration basics
  • Strong understanding of high-purity tubing systems and cleanliness protocols
  • Strong understanding of orbital welding and tubing QA/QC
  • Strong understanding of pressure testing and documentation requirements
  • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometrics, and control drawings
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • OSHA 30 (or ability to obtain)
  • Ability to work extended hours as required by project demands

Additional Information

  • Location: Taylor, Texas

How this job compares in Houston, TX

Pay in context

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The local market in Houston, TX

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Aecon U.S. currently has 2 other openings live in Texas, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

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