SR. COMMISSIONING ENGINEER

QatarEnergy; Doha; On-site; QAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

QatarEnergy seeks a Sr. Commissioning Engineer to lead VOR discipline teams and coordinate with project and contractor groups to ensure consistent execution of design, pre‑commissioning, commissioning, and start‑up activities. All work must align with QatarEnergy procedures and safety standards.

The role emphasizes preparing asset owners to operate and hand over assets safely, reliably, and efficiently, with emphasis on high quality and cost‑effective project delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in design, construction, commissioning and start‑up of oil & gas facilities.
• Eight years as Commissioning Coordinator/Team Leader in EPIC projects.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
• Multi‑discipline engineering exposure with troubleshooting and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead VOR Discipline Engineers and Technicians.
• Coordinate with QatarEnergy Project Team and Contractors.
• Ensure standardized execution of design, pre‑commissioning, commissioning and start‑up.
• Uphold safety, quality and environmental standards throughout delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Commissioning coordination

Multi-discipline engineering

Problem solving

Communication skills

IT & analytics

Education

Bachelor degree in Engineering (Chemical / Process / Mechanical)

Chartered Engineer status preferable

Job description

Primary Purpose Of The Job

The Sr. Commissioning Engineer is responsible for leading VOR Discipline Engineers and Discipline Technicians and coordinating with the QatarEnergy Project Team and Contractors to ensure consistent and standardized execution of project design, pre‑commissioning, commissioning, and start‑up activities for Operational Area (VO) Projects. All activities are to be carried out in accordance with approved QatarEnergy Procedures, Guidelines, Engineering Design Specifications, and Safety & Environmental Standards to ensure that:

• Operational Area Asset Owners are fully prepared to assume ownership at the point of delivery/handover, with the capability to operate and maintain the asset safely, reliably, and sustainably.
• Operational Area (VO) Projects are delivered efficiently—faster, at significantly lower cost, and with maximum productivity—while upholding the highest standards of quality and HSE performance.

Primary Purpose Of The Job

The Sr. Commissioning Engineer is responsible for leading VOR Discipline Engineers and Discipline Technicians and coordinating with the QatarEnergy Project Team and Contractors to ensure consistent and standardized execution of project design, pre‑commissioning, commissioning, and start‑up activities for Operational Area (VO) Projects. All activities are to be carried out in accordance with approved QatarEnergy Procedures, Guidelines, Engineering Design Specifications, and Safety & Environmental Standards to ensure that:

• Operational Area Asset Owners are fully prepared to assume ownership at the point of delivery/handover, with the capability to operate and maintain the asset safely, reliably, and sustainably.
• Operational Area (VO) Projects are delivered efficiently—faster, at significantly lower cost, and with maximum productivity—while upholding the highest standards of quality and HSE performance.

Required Experience And Skills

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in Design, construction, commissioning and start-up of oil & gas processing and production facilities (Onshore/Offshore), preferably with EPIC contracting companies of which a minimum eight (8) years Commissioning Coordinator/Team Leader.
• Experience in operations, maintenance and projects’ pre-commissioning, commissioning, start up and Hand-over activities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
• Relevant technical expertise. Multi-discipline engineering exposure with trouble-shooting and problem solving skills.
• Good IT and analytical skills with the ability to work well under pressure.

Educational Qualifications

Bachelor degree in Engineering Discipline preferably Chemical / Process / Mechanical Engineering.

Chartered Engineer status or equivalent is preferable.