Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer - Static & Piping

Airswift; Doha; On-site; QAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a seasoned Commissioning Engineer for a major Oil & Gas program in Qatar. You will lead mechanical commissioning under the Head of Commissioning to ensure safe CSU delivery and project readiness.

You will review deliverables, plan mechanical completion, supervise contractors, and coordinate with operations, maintenance, and safety teams to support SIMOPS and handover processes.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in Oil & Gas with 10+ years in design, construction, commissioning and startup
• 8+ years as Commissioning Engineer
• Experience in FEED and EPIC projects, review/approval of contractor deliverables
• Expertise in pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup (CSU) of mechanical systems
• Experience in FAT/SAT, completions management, offshore projects
• Familiar with ASME, API, ISO standards
• HAZOP/HAZID risk assessments, system handover, troubleshooting
• Leadership, contractor supervision, coordination with operations
• Knowledge of HSE, quality, and project execution practices

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical commissioning activities under Head of Commissioning for safe CSU delivery.
• Review engineering deliverables, participate in design reviews, FATs, and readiness workshops.
• Plan and execute mechanical completion, systemization, and commissioning packages.
• Oversee inspections, flushing, cleaning, leak testing, hydrotesting, and reinstatement.
• Verify P&IDs, ISOs, LoSH, and system handover documentation.
• Manage DFPV activities, inerting, preservation, and system readiness.
• Supervise contractors, monitor progress, and resolve technical issues.
• Conduct line walks, system handovers, integration checks, and performance testing.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and safety teams, ensuring SIMOPS compliance.
• Manage punch lists, handover, and close-out activities.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and participate in safety studies (HAZOP, ENVID, etc.).
• Support team development and training.

Skills

FEED & EPIC

CSU (pre/commissioning)

Mechanical commissioning

P&IDs & system handover

HAZOP/HAZID

Contractor supervision

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Airswift is seeking a seasoned Commissioning Engineer for a major Oil & Gas program in Qatar. You will lead mechanical commissioning under the Head of Commissioning to ensure safe CSU delivery and project readiness.

You will review deliverables, plan mechanical completion, supervise contractors, and coordinate with operations, maintenance, and safety teams to support SIMOPS and handover processes.