E&I Testing and Commissioning Lead / Supervisor

Kuok (Singapore) Limited; Batam; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Batam is seeking a skilled professional for Testing and Commissioning roles. The ideal candidate will develop T&C plans for various systems and oversee pre-commissioning activities in offshore environments. A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and 5–8 years of relevant experience are required. Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in Testing & Commissioning of electrical systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in switchgear and MCC commissioning.
• Valid offshore survival certification (e.g., BOSIET).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed Testing and Commissioning (T&C) plans and procedures.
• Oversee pre-commissioning activities, including equipment inspection.
• Provide progress reporting and status updates to project management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline

Job description

Develop and execute detailed Testing and Commissioning (T&C) plans and procedures for:

• Low and medium voltage switchgear

• Motor control centers (MCC)

• Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

• HVAC systems

• Fire and gas detection systems

• Lighting and small power

• Control and instrumentation interfaces

• Oversee pre-commissioning activities, including:

• Inspection and verification of equipment installation

• Continuity and insulation resistance testing

• Functional checks

• Loop checks and interlock testing

• Plan and supervise energization sequences in compliance with project safety standards and permit systems.

• Liaise with project teams, vendors, and offshore operations personnel to align priorities and resolve technical issues.

• Ensure all commissioning records, check sheets, and test reports are properly documented and approved.

• Lead troubleshooting and rectification of defects during commissioning and early operation.

• Enforce strict adherence to offshore safety procedures, isolations, and PTW requirements.

• Provide progress reporting and status updates to project management.

• Support training and handover to the client operations team.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in Testing & Commissioning of electrical systems in:

  Offshore platforms

  FPSOs

  Oil & gas process facilities

  Demonstrated expertise in:

  Switchgear and MCC commissioning

  Protection relay testing

  UPS and battery systems

  Control system interfaces (DCS/ESD/F&G)

  Valid offshore survival certification (e.g., BOSIET)

  Familiarity with relevant standards:

  IEC 61892 (Offshore Installations)

  API RP 14F

  ATEX / IECEx

  Electrical area classification and hazardous area practices

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Experience working with packaged E-House vendors and FAT coordination

• Exposure to dynamic commissioning and start-up phases of large offshore projects