Senior Commissioning Engineer

JOB PURPOSE:

The Senior Commissioning Engineer’s role requires an intensive and diversified knowledge of complete electrical infrastructure start-up of testing component commissioning and integrated systems testing.

The role focuses on bringing the products and systems to a point which can be used most effectively; therefore, it is expected that the Senior Commissioning Engineer will possess a thorough understanding of manufacturing and products use as well as in-depth understanding of customer expectations in the UAE region.

DIMENSIONS:

External Interfaces:

• Client site representatives
• Contractors
• Suppliers
• Project Consultants

Internal Interfaces:

• Project Engineering
• Management Team

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for successfully completing the testing and the commissioning activities at EHV/HV Grid Station project site in coordination with respective internal department / team and in liaison with consultant and owner of the project.
  
• Review design criteria, specifications, drawings, equipment submittal and other documentation related to HV/EHV Grid Station and Switching Station testing and commissioning.
• Provide advice on testing and commissioning procedures and documentation liaising with contractors, vendors and testing technicians.
• Assist in leading and managing internal and external commissioning resources on site.
• Identifying problems and shortcomings with existing systems.
  
• Provide report on work progress bringing potential problems or delays and recommending solutions.
• Develop and maintain commissioning logs, equipment checklists, list of deficiencies and other tools to track commissioning projects.
  
• Prepare the plan and overall testing and commissioning schedule in coordination with vendors/subcontractors and obtain Engineer/Owner approval.
• Direct and monitor all aspects of commissioning services including successful completion of testing and commissioning activities for both new and existing projects.
• Handle technical clarifications with OEMs and sub-contractors.
• Support in reply for site memo / NCR to resolve site technical issues and non-conformances.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and subcontractors; participating in technical discussions; obtaining approvals in timely manner as requested by the Project Manager.
• Lead, develop and administer functional tests.
• Supervise testing and commissioning field activities.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in transmission and distribution technologies and sustainable energy solutions.
• Liaise with other disciplines involved in the project, ensuring integration of activities.
  
• Prepare and develop comprehensive reports as advised by the Project Manager.
• Provide all relevant documentation and reports as required by the consultants, clients and Project Manager within the time frame.
• Undertake additional tasks or responsibilities as may be reasonably requested by the Project Manager, within the scope of works.

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's in electrical engineering.

Experience:

Maximum of 15 years as a Senior Commissioning Engineer, from an Electric Power Industry in the GCC / UAE.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• Familiar with software tools such as MS excel, AutoCAD, ETAP, MATLAB, or other power systems analysis tools would be an added advantage.
• Understanding of industry standards (IEEE, IEC) and local regulatory codes / client’s technical specifications.
• Strong analytical, leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working in a team-oriented environment.
  
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.