Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer - Offshore

Orbit International Survey Services, LLC.; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Orbit International Survey Services LLC is seeking an experienced Mechanical Commissioning Engineer to lead and coordinate the pre‑commissioning, commissioning, startup, and handover of mechanical systems for offshore and petrochemical projects.

The successful candidate will ensure all commissioning activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years in mechanical commissioning for offshore, oil & gas, petrochemical, or industrial projects.
• Experience with rotating and static equipment, piping, valves, and pressure testing.
• Ability to read P&IDs, GA drawings, isometrics, and equipment datasheets.
• Strong communication, coordination, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute mechanical pre‑commissioning, commissioning, startup, and system handover activities.
• Review P&IDs, GA drawings, isometric drawings, equipment datasheets, vendor documents, and commissioning procedures.
• Supervise mechanical completion, flushing, cleaning, pressure testing, leak testing, and preservation activities.
• Coordinate commissioning of pumps, compressors, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, piping systems, valves, and tanks.
• Conduct functional testing, performance testing, alignment verification, and troubleshooting of mechanical equipment.
• Coordinate with Construction, QA/QC, Operations, Vendors, and Client representatives to ensure successful project execution.
• Prepare commissioning procedures, method statements, test packs, punch lists, and commissioning reports.
• Monitor system completion activities and ensure timely closure of punch items, inspection records (ITRs), and turnover dossiers.
• Lead troubleshooting and provide technical support during commissioning.
• Ensure all commissioning activities comply with project specifications, company procedures, HSE requirements, and international standards.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Orbit International Survey Services LLC is seeking an experienced Mechanical Commissioning Engineer to lead and coordinate the pre‑commissioning, commissioning, startup, and handover of mechanical systems for offshore and petrochemical projects.

The successful candidate will ensure all commissioning activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and client requirements.