Specialis Rotating Engineer(Construction)

Penspen Ltd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Penspen Ltd is seeking an experienced Specialist Rotating Engineer (Construction) with a strong background in the oil & gas industry. The role focuses on supervising installation, testing and commissioning of rotating equipment within live facilities, ensuring compliance with API standards and project procedures.

You will coordinate with multiple teams including contractors, engineering, QA/QC and HSE, managing documentation and ensuring safe, cost-effective project delivery in the UAE region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• 17+ years of oil & gas experience in the oil and gas industry.
• 5+ years in PMC projects.
• Thorough knowledge of construction methodologies, HSE regulations, quality standards and international codes.
• Experience managing contractors, subcontractors, construction planning and project execution in live operating facilities.
• Experience supporting procurement, construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up activities.
• Strong experience in greenfield & brownfield compression facility projects.
• GCC/Middle East oil & gas project experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise installation, inspection, alignment, testing and commissioning of pumps, compressors, turbines and other rotating equipment.
• Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, vendor requirements, API standards and project procedures.
• Review method statements, inspection/test plans, lifting plans and installation procedures.
• Verify equipment foundations, anchor bolts, baseplates, grouting, shaft alignment, piping connections, lubrication and preservation.
• Coordinate with construction contractors, vendors, engineering, QA/QC, HSE, commissioning and operations teams.
• Monitor site progress and resolve technical issues affecting quality, safety, cost or schedule.
• Witness equipment inspections, mechanical run tests, vibration checks and performance testing.
• Identify and rectify installation defects, punch-list items and non-conformances.
• Maintain construction records, inspection reports, equipment dossiers and handover documentation.
• Promote compliance with project HSE requirements and safe working practices.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Construction supervision

HSE regulations

Quality standards

Project coordination

Vendor coordination

Commissioning support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Penspen is hiring an experienced Specialist Rotating Engineer (Construction)with a strong background in the oil & gas industry

Key responsibilities:

• Supervise the installation, inspection, alignment, testing, and commissioning of pumps, compressors, turbines, and other rotating equipment.
• Ensure construction activities comply with approved drawings, specifications, vendor requirements, API standards, and project procedures.
• Review method statements, inspection and test plans, lifting plans, and installation procedures.
• Verify equipment foundations, anchor bolts, baseplates, grouting, shaft alignment, piping connections, lubrication, and preservation.
• Coordinate with construction contractors, vendors, engineering, QA/QC, HSE, commissioning, and operations teams.
• Monitor site progress and resolve technical issues affecting quality, safety, cost, or schedule.
• Witness equipment inspections, mechanical run tests, vibration checks, and performance testing.
• Identify and rectify installation defects, punch-list items, and non-conformances.
• Maintain construction records, inspection reports, equipment dossiers, and handover documentation.
• Promote compliance with project HSE requirements and safe working practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline,
• 17+ years of oil & gas experience in the oil and gas industry.
• 5+ years in PMC projects
• Thorough knowledge of construction methodologies, HSE regulations, quality standards, and international codes
• Experience managing contractors, subcontractors, construction planning, and project execution in live operating facilities
• Experience supporting procurement, construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities.
• Strong experience in greenfield & brownfield compression facility projects.
• GCC/Middle East oil & gas project experience is preferred.

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