Senior Testing Commissioning Engineer

Ghobash Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced professional for testing and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation systems. The candidate should have at least 6 years of relevant experience in industries like oil & gas or power plants and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Instrumentation or a related field. Responsibilities include performing functional tests, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The role requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with project teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in testing and commissioning within oil & gas, power plants, or manufacturing.
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings, P&IDs, schematics, and control diagrams.
• Hands-on experience with electrical and instrumentation commissioning processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute testing and commissioning activities for electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Perform functional tests and site acceptance tests (SAT).
• Identify and resolve technical issues during testing and commissioning.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Knowledge of industry standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Instrumentation or related field

Tools

Testing tools and instruments

Job description

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute testing and commissioning activities for electrical and instrumentation systems as per project requirements.
• Perform functional tests, system integration tests, loop checks and site acceptance tests (SAT).
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to electrical and instrumentation systems during testing and commissioning.
• Ensure that all systems are tested in compliance with industry standards, safety regulations and client specifications.
• Prepare and maintain detailed test reports, commissioning records and documentation.
• Coordinate with project teams, contractors and clients to facilitate smooth commissioning processes.
• Provide technical support and training to end‑users or operators on system functionality and operation.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental (HSE) guidelines during all commissioning activities.
• Conduct final inspections and verification of electrical and instrumentation equipment functionality before handover.
• Recommend modifications or improvements based on test results and operational feedback.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Instrumentation or a related Engineering field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in testing and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation systems in industries such as oil & gas, power plants or manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards, safety regulations and commissioning procedures for electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings, P&IDs, schematics and control diagrams.
• Hands‑on experience with testing tools, instruments and software used in electrical and instrumentation commissioning processes.
• Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with various stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Additional Information

• Certification in commissioning processes (e.g. Certified Commissioning Professional - CCP) is a plus.
• Experience with PLC/SCADA systems, DCS control systems or industrial automation is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of hazardous area classifications (ATEX standards) and intrinsically safe instrumentation is beneficial.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Fulltime