Commissioning Engineer

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to oversee the testing, inspection, and validation of systems for a high-profile client in Abu Dhabi. This role requires coordinating commissioning activities while ensuring adherence to safety standards and project specifications, making it ideal for professionals with a strong background in engineering.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of hands-on experience in commissioning and start-up phases of large-scale industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute commissioning procedures ensuring adherence to safety standards.
• Develop and implement commissioning plans and documentation aligned with project specifications.
• Oversee pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities to verify operational readiness.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Commissioning Engineerwith a proven track record in overseeing and coordinating the testing, inspection, and validation of systems or equipment to ensure they meet operational standards and project requirements for a high-profile client.

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Commissioning Engineerwith a proven track record in overseeing and coordinating the testing, inspection, and validation of systems or equipment to ensure they meet operational standards and project requirements for a high-profile client.

The key objectives for this role are

• Ensure safe and efficient commissioning of systems and equipment in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Coordinate and execute commissioning procedures from pre-commissioning through start-up, validating performance and functionality of systems.
• Develop and implement commissioning plans, checklists, and documentation aligned with project schedules and commissioning strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, construction, operations, and vendors to ensure seamless transition from construction to operations.
• Lead and participate in system walkdowns, inspections, and functional tests, ensuring readiness for mechanical completion and turnover.
• Monitor and report on commissioning progress, identifying issues proactively and implementing corrective actions to maintain schedule integrity.
• Ensure adherence to HSE standards during all commissioning activities, promoting a safety-first culture on site.
• Support the development of as-built documentation and handover dossiers to operations or clients, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Facilitate technical troubleshooting and performance verification, helping resolve startup anomalies or punch list items.
  
  

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Oversee all pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities in accordance with project specifications, safety standards, and contractual requirements.
• Develop and implement commissioning procedures, checklists, and system turnover plans in collaboration with construction, quality, and operations teams.
• Coordinate with engineering and construction teams to ensure that systems are mechanically completed and ready for commissioning on schedule.
• Execute functional and performance testing of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control systems to verify operational readiness.
• Supervise and guide subcontractors and vendor representatives during the commissioning phase to ensure compliance with technical standards.
• Monitor commissioning progress and generate detailed reports capturing KPIs, system readiness, and any deviations or concerns.
• Ensure strict adherence to HSE procedures during all commissioning activities, conducting risk assessments and ensuring work permits are in place.
• Coordinate system handover and documentation, including as-built records, test reports, and operation manuals, in line with client requirements.
• Support troubleshooting, loop checking, and dynamic testing activities during startup, addressing anomalies and resolving issues collaboratively.
  

Qualifications

Skills And Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world s most critical challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Chemical Engineering (or equivalent technical discipline).
• 5 10 years of hands-on experience in pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up phases of large-scale industrial, energy, or oil and gas projects.
• Vendor equipment-specific commissioning training is a plus
  
  

Key Technical Skills

• Deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process systems commissioning procedures
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, single-line diagrams, equipment datasheets, loop drawings, and control philosophies
• Proficiency in dynamic commissioning activities, function testing, and start-up troubleshooting
• Familiarity with system completions tools and turnover packages (e.g., MC, RFC, RFSU documentation)
  
  

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and coordination skills to interface with multi-discipline site teams, contractors, and vendors
• Excellent problem-solving aptitude and situational decision-making, especially under time-critical conditions
• Sound knowledge of safety protocols and a demonstrated commitment to safe work practices
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Flexibility to work in remote or challenging site environments and adjust to project timelines

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