Shipbuilding Commissioning Engineer – Piping & Mechanical

Austal; Henderson (NV); On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation & benefits

Professional development & training

Supportive and dynamic work env.

career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Austal, based in Henderson, is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to plan and execute commissioning activities for piping systems and mechanical equipment on newbuild and ship repair projects. You will ensure safe installation, testing and handover readiness in line with project specs and standards.

Responsibilities include developing commissioning plans, coordinating with QA/QC, design, vendors, and clients, and producing complete documentation for OQE.

Qualifications

• Diploma or related discipline in mechanical engineering or maritime technical fields.
• 5+ years experience in mechanical/piping construction and commissioning on ship newbuild projects.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometrics and vendor manuals.
• Eligibility for Defence Security Clearance.
• Strong knowledge of piping systems and commissioning processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning plans, procedures and schedules for piping and mechanical systems.
• Coordinate with program management, QA/QC, design engineering, vendors, client and other teams.
• Verify mechanical and system completions and readiness for commissioning.
• Ensure correct installation, alignment, lubrication and preservation of equipment.
• Plan and execute pre-commissioning and commissioning activities per ITPs.
• Support initial start-up and troubleshooting of mechanical and piping systems.
• Participate in risk assessments, method statements and toolbox talks.
• Complete commissioning records, test packs and punch lists for OQE.

Skills

Piping systems

Mechanical equipment

Commissioning process

Industry codes/standards

MC/RFC processes

Punch list management

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical/Mechatronic trade certificate

Maritime Engine driver/Technician certificate

Tools

P&IDs

Isometrics

Datasheets

Vendor manuals

Job description

Austal, based in Henderson, is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to plan and execute commissioning activities for piping systems and mechanical equipment on newbuild and ship repair projects. You will ensure safe installation, testing and handover readiness in line with project specs and standards.

Responsibilities include developing commissioning plans, coordinating with QA/QC, design, vendors, and clients, and producing complete documentation for OQE.