Lead Testing & Commissioning Engineer [Offshore Platform]

1. Position Purpose

The Lead Testing & Commissioning Engineer shall lead the complete pre-commissioning commissioning start-up performance testing and handover of the Project. The primary process package is the instrument air and plant air compressor system; however successful commissioning depends on extensive integration with electrical power systems instrumentation package PLC DCS/ESD/F&G mechanical and piping systems utilities brownfield tie-ins and offshore operations. The role is therefore multidisciplinary and shall coordinate all relevant disciplines OEMs subcontractors and Company representatives to achieve safe and timely system start-up.

2. Key Accountabilities

• Own and lead the overall testing and commissioning strategy systemization execution plan and handover process for the complete Project.
• Lead commissioning of compressor and dryer packages including mechanical run-in electrical energization instrumentation calibration logic validation functional testing and performance testing.
• Act as the single focal point for commissioning interfaces among Engineering Procurement Construction OEMs subcontractors ADNOC Offshore Operations and the project management team.
• Ensure all systems and subsystems are mechanically complete safe properly documented and ready before energization introduction of utilities or start-up.
• Drive closure of punch items technical queries interface issues and commissioning constraints to meet project milestones.

3. Detailed Roles and Responsibilities

3.1 Commissioning Management and Planning

• Develop the overall Pre-Commissioning Commissioning Start-up and Performance Test Plan for the project.
• Define commissioning systems subsystems boundaries priorities turnover sequence and required completion milestones.
• Prepare and maintain the commissioning schedule resource plan vendor mobilization plan and offshore execution sequence in coordination with Planning and Construction.
• Establish commissioning readiness criteria system handover requirements Mechanical Completion (MC) Ready for Commissioning (RFC) Ready for Start-up (RFSU) and final acceptance requirements.
• Prepare and maintain the Commissioning Register system/subsystem status tracker punch list register constraint register interface register and vendor attendance schedule.
• Coordinate commissioning inputs for shutdown planning brownfield tie-ins SIMOPS offshore campaigns and marine/logistics requirements.
• Conduct commissioning readiness reviews daily coordination meetings and system walkdowns with all stakeholders.

3.2 Compressor and Mechanical Package Commissioning

• Lead pre-commissioning and commissioning of instrument air and plant air compressors dryers filters receivers after-coolers drains and associated auxiliaries.
• Verify package installation alignment lubrication cooling ventilation cleanliness flushing leak testing and readiness for initial start.
• Coordinate compressor OEM activities including preservation release pre-start inspection first start no-load/load trials vibration checks capacity testing and reliability run.
• Validate compressor loading/unloading sequence duty/standby operation automatic changeover pressure control dryer regeneration and package operating philosophy.
• Coordinate piping blowdown flushing pressure/leak testing reinstatement line-up and introduction of air to the existing platform networks.
• Lead package performance testing against approved datasheets guaranteed capacity pressure dew point power consumption and other contractual performance criteria.
• Ensure safe interface with existing instrument air and plant air systems during cutover and transition.

3.3 Electrical Testing and Energization

• Lead testing energization and functional checks for all electrical systems supporting the project package including HV/LV switchgear MCCs VFDs UPS/DC systems distribution boards transformers and control panels as applicable.
• Review and approve energization procedures switching programs electrical isolation plans LOTO requirements and energization certificates.
• Ensure completion and acceptance of insulation resistance continuity earthing contact resistance primary/secondary injection protection relay functional and inter-trip tests.
• Verify protection settings relay coordination motor starting requirements control power availability and interfaces with existing electrical systems.
• Lead motor solo runs rotation checks VFD tuning current/vibration monitoring and load testing of compressor motors and auxiliaries.
• Coordinate electrical OEM support and resolve issues related to switchgear MCC VFD ECMS/PMS and package power/control interfaces.

3.4 Instrumentation Control and ICSS Integration

• Lead calibration loop checking and functional testing of pressure temperature flow dew point vibration and other package/process instruments.
• Ensure completion of instrument installation checks impulse line verification tubing leak tests instrument air connections range/settings verification and calibration records.
• Review and validate I/O lists loop diagrams instrument index alarm and trip set points control narratives Cause & Effect matrices and shutdown philosophy.
• Lead package PLC DCS ESD F&G ECMS/PMS and other ICSS interface testing including hardwired and communication signals.
• Coordinate Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) Integrated FAT Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) loop tests logic tests and end-to-end functional tests.
• Validate compressor start permissive trips alarms sequencing duty/standby changeover remote/local operation and emergency shutdown response.
• Coordinate DCS graphics alarm displays trends historian points and operator interface validation with ADNOC Operations.

3.5 Engineering Construction and Vendor Interface

• Review engineering deliverables from a commissioning and operability perspective including P&IDs SLDs layouts cable schedules loop drawings logic diagrams Cause & Effect datasheets and vendor documents.
• Identify commissioning requirements early and ensure they are incorporated into design procurement construction and vendor scope.
• Provide input to constructability operability maintainability HAZOP/PHA design reviews 3D model reviews and shutdown/tie-in studies.
• Coordinate resolution of design changes field changes technical queries NCRs interface gaps and vendor deviations affecting commissioning.
• Confirm preservation storage installation and pre-commissioning requirements for vendor packages and long-lead equipment.
• Ensure adequate availability of commissioning spares consumables temporary facilities test equipment special tools and vendor specialists.

3.6 Offshore Brownfield SIMOPS and Start-up Coordination

• Plan and coordinate offshore commissioning activities in live operating facilities with minimum disruption to existing operations.
• Prepare detailed tie-in cutover isolation de-isolation reinstatement and start-up sequences in coordination with ADNOC Operations.
• Ensure compliance with PTW SIMOPS LOTO energy isolation electrical safety rules and offshore work control requirements.
• Participate in job safety analysis task risk assessments toolbox talks pre-start-up safety reviews and operational readiness reviews.
• Coordinate offshore manpower rotation access logistics material movement and vendor/OEM attendance for commissioning campaigns.
• Provide immediate technical leadership for troubleshooting and safe recovery from failed tests trips or start-up issues.

3.7 Documentation Completion and Handover

• Prepare review and obtain approval for pre-commissioning commissioning energization functional test start-up and performance test procedures.
• Ensure complete and accurate ITRs check sheets loop folders FAT/SAT reports test certificates calibration records and commissioning dossiers.
• Manage MC RFC RFSU System Completion and final handover dossiers in accordance with project and ADNOC requirements.
• Coordinate red-line markups as-built drawings O&M manuals spare parts records vendor data books and final turnover documentation.
• Lead punch categorization and closure ensuring no safety-critical or start-up-blocking punch remains open before commissioning.
• Prepare daily weekly and monthly commissioning reports progress curves look-ahead plans risk/constraint reports and management updates.
• Coordinate training familiarization and final handover to ADNOC Operations and Maintenance teams.

4. HSE and Quality Responsibilities

• Demonstrate visible HSE leadership and stop any unsafe testing energization or start-up activity.
• Ensure all commissioning works comply with ADNOC HSE requirements Electrical Safety Rules PTW LOTO SIMOPS and project procedures.
• Confirm calibrated and certified test equipment is used and all test records are traceable.
• Ensure commissioning activities comply with approved Inspection and Test Plans method statements and quality requirements.
• Lead incident/near-miss reporting technical investigation and corrective action for commissioning-related events.

5. Team Leadership

• Lead and coordinate commissioning engineers discipline engineers supervisors technicians vendors OEM specialists and subcontractor personnel.
• Allocate responsibilities by system and discipline and ensure clear ownership of commissioning deliverables and field activities.
• Mentor team members provide technical guidance and maintain effective communication between office yard and offshore teams.
• Forecast manpower and specialist requirements and support timely mobilization offshore certification and competency verification.
• Promote collaborative working with ADNOC representatives while protecting project scope schedule quality and contractual requirements.

4. Key Deliverables

• Approved Commissioning Execution Plan and system/subsystem breakdown.
• Commissioning procedures energization plans test packs and performance test procedures.
• Commissioning schedule resource/vendor mobilization plan and readiness tracker.
• MC/RFC/RFSU/System Completion dossiers and punch-list closeout records.
• Daily/weekly/monthly progress reports and commissioning risk/constraint registers.
• Final handover dossiers as-built documentation operating records and training completion.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Instrumentation & Control Engineering Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. An Electrical or Instrumentation background with strong compressor/mechanical package commissioning experience is preferred.
• Minimum 16 years of experience in Oil & Gas EPC projects with at least 8 years in testing commissioning and start-up leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience in commissioning compressor packages and associated electrical instrumentation control and utility systems.
• Substantial offshore brownfield experience including live-plant tie-ins shutdowns SIMOPS and start-up activities.
• Experience with ADNOC Offshore or similar major operating companies is strongly preferred.
• Proven experience coordinating package OEMs electrical vendors ICSS vendors construction teams and operations personnel.
• Ability to independently lead multidisciplinary commissioning from engineering review through final handover.

Required Technical Competencies:

• Compressor package operation and commissioning including rotary screw/centrifugal compressor systems dryers and air treatment equipment.
• HV/LV electrical systems switchgear MCCs VFDs motors UPS/DC systems protection and energization.
• Instrumentation calibration loop checking package PLC DCS/ESD/F&G integration Cause & Effect and functional testing.
• Mechanical completion systemization commissioning dossiers punch management and turnover processes.
• Brownfield tie-ins isolation philosophy cutover planning SIMOPS and offshore commissioning execution.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs SLDs schematics wiring diagrams loop drawings logic diagrams and vendor documentation.
• Knowledge of ADNOC standards IEC ISA API NFPA and applicable hazardous-area requirements.

Software and Tools:

• MS Office advanced Excel-based trackers and commissioning reporting tools.
• EDMS/Aconex/Wrench or similar document management systems.
• Commissioning management or completion systems such as WinPCS ICAPS Zenator CoConsole or equivalent.
• ETAP and electrical testing tools such as Omicron Megger and Fluke are desirable.
• PLC/DCS diagnostic and configuration exposure relevant to ABB Siemens Schneider Rockwell or other project systems is desirable.
• AVEVA E3D/PDMS Navisworks or similar model review tools are desirable.

Additional Information :

Personal Attributes:

• Strong leadership ownership and decision-making capability in high-pressure site and offshore environments.
• Excellent multidisciplinary coordination communication reporting and stakeholder-management skills.
• Systematic approach to safety quality documentation troubleshooting and closeout.
• Ability to work across engineering construction commissioning and operations teams and manage multiple vendors simultaneously.
• Willingness and medical fitness to travel and work offshore as required.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract