Senior Engineer, Commissioning - Electrical

Senior Engineer, Commissioning - Electrical Closing Date 28 April, 2026 Country Job Based In UAE Location UAE - Abu Dhabi Job Family Engineering Type of Contract Fixed Term Contract Full/Part time Full Time Region (current) Middle East Ref No 15883 Senior Engineer, Commissioning - Electrical Qualifications - Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering - Chartered Engineer (preferred but not mandatory) Experience - 15+ years in electrical engineering within oil & gas industry - Minimum 7 years in commissioning roles - Strong experience in PMC or EPC projects - Prior experience in ADNOC or Middle East offshore/onshore projects highly preferred - Experience on island/offshore remote sites (like Das Island) is an advantage Technical Skills - Strong knowledge of: - Power distribution systems - Protection relays (ABB, Siemens, Schneider, etc.) - HV switching and synchronization - Familiar with commissioning tools and test equipment - Understanding of SCADA/DCS interface with electrical systems Soft Skills - Leadership and team coordination - Strong communication with multinational teams - Problem-solving under pressure - Ability to work in remote/island conditions Job Description Scope of work: Lead and oversee all electrical commissioning activities for oil & gas facilities on Das Island, ensuring systems are safely commissioned, tested, and handed over in compliance with ADNOC standards, project specifications, and international codes. Key Responsibilities 1. Commissioning Planning & Coordination - Review and validate commissioning plans, procedures, and schedules. - Coordinate with EPC contractors, vendors, and operations teams. - Ensure readiness for pre-commissioning and commissioning activities. - Commissioning procedures & plans - System handover certificates - Energization approvals - Commissioning dossiers 2. Electrical Systems Commissioning - Supervise commissioning of: - HV/MV/LV switchgear - Transformers - UPS systems & battery banks - Motor Control Centers (MCCs) - Electrical drives and motors - Earthing & lightning protection systems - Witness FAT, SAT, and site acceptance tests. 3. Pre-Commissioning & Testing - Ensure proper execution of: - Cable testing (IR, Hi-Pot, continuity) - Relay protection testing and coordination - Functional and loop checks - Verify system completion and punch list clearance. 4. Compliance & Standards - Ensure all activities comply with: - ADNOC standards - IEC / IEEE standards - Project specifications and HSE requirements - Enforce PTW (Permit to Work) and LOTO procedures. 5. Interface Management - Act as focal point between: - EPC contractor - Client (ADNOC) - Operations & maintenance teams - Support smooth system handover and startup. 6. Documentation & Reporting - Review and approve: - Commissioning dossiers - Test reports and check sheets - As-built drawings - Prepare daily/weekly progress reports. 7. Troubleshooting & Support - Identify and resolve electrical issues during commissioning. - Provide technical guidance for system energization and startup. HSE Requirements - Strong commitment to HSE policies - Experience in high-risk environments (live plants, hydrocarbons) - Knowledge of: - PTW systems - LOTO - Electrical safety standards #LI-SK1