Lead Instrumentation & Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Elsa Talent; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsa Talent is seeking a senior Commissioning Engineer to lead electrical and instrumentation commissioning activities in Malaysia. The role focuses on planning, executing, and handing over commissioning work for E&I systems within oil & gas projects.

You will manage a multidisciplinary team, ensure adherence to quality and safety standards, and coordinate with engineering, construction, and operations to resolve technical issues during start-up.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in a similar role.
• Relevant engineering and commissioning experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Good knowledge of international electrical and instrumentation standards, applicable design codes, and industry practices.
• Proven competency in testing and commissioning electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Familiarity with oil and gas construction practices, project specifications, and quality requirements.
• Must be registered as a member of the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM).
• Strong leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead commissioning teams and work effectively with multidisciplinary stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop commissioning plans and procedures for electrical and instrumentation systems in accordance with project requirements and applicable standards.
• Ensure compliance with project quality procedures, including document control, change control, materials control, field inspection, and testing procedures.
• Lead and coordinate the commissioning team during commissioning and start-up activities.
• Oversee testing and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation systems to ensure compliance with approved procedures, project specifications, and safety requirements.
• Prepare, review, and compile all required turnover documentation for formal handover and custody transfer to the Operations team.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and operations teams to resolve technical issues and ensure smooth execution of commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical and instrumentation standards, design codes, project specifications, and oil and gas industry construction practices.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

BEM Registration

Job description

Elsa Talent is seeking a senior Commissioning Engineer to lead electrical and instrumentation commissioning activities in Malaysia. The role focuses on planning, executing, and handing over commissioning work for E&I systems within oil & gas projects.

You will manage a multidisciplinary team, ensure adherence to quality and safety standards, and coordinate with engineering, construction, and operations to resolve technical issues during start-up.