Commissioning Engineer

We are hiring on behalf of our client, who has recently secured multiple project awards with ADNOC. As a result of this growth, they are expanding across all divisions. Currently there is an immediate requirement for a Commissioning Engineer to join their Instrumentation division. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a high-performing team supporting major projects in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Reporting to:
Commissioning Manager

The Commissioning Engineer is responsible for the safe and systematic handover of the upgraded Wellhead SCADA system. This role focuses heavily on the "changeover" phase in a live brownfield environment, managing the transition from the legacy system to the new architecture at the Central Control Room (CCR) without disrupting production.

• Develop and approve Commissioning Procedures and Method Statements specifically for SCADA hot-cutovers and migration.
• Review engineering design packages to ensure constructability and "commissioning" of the new SCADA hardware and software.

• Manage the execution of Loop Checks and functional testing for Wellhead RTUs and communication links.
• Lead the Site Acceptance Test (SAT) and Integrated Site Acceptance Test (ISAT) involving the Master Station and remote sites.
• Coordinate the critical Changeover/Migration Strategy, ensuring data integrity and communication reliability between the Wellheads and the USSC CCR.
• Troubleshoot complex protocol issues (Modbus/DNP3/OPC) during the integration phase.

• Supervise the vendor and sub-contractor commissioning teams on-site.
• Manage the Punch List database, ensuring closure of all Category A items prior to system handover.
• Facilitate the final handover dossier to the Client’s Operations team, including marked-up As-Built drawings and O&M manuals.

• Education:
  
  Must possess a Degree in an Engineering discipline (Electrical, Instrumentation, or Control Systems preferred) from a recognized institution.
• Total
  
  Experience:
  
  Must have a minimum of Ten (10) years of engineering experience.
• Site & Commissioning
  
  Experience:
  
  Within the total experience, must have at least six (6) years dedicated to on-site installation, pre-commissioning, changeover, and commissioning management of projects specifically for the Oil and Gas industry.
• Contractor Specific History:
  Must have held a similar position on at least one (1) major similar project previously.

• SCADA Systems:
  Expert-level knowledge of SCADA architecture, HMI configuration, and RTU/PLC logic (e.g., Honeywell, Siemens, Aveva).
• Brownfield Operations:
  Proven ability to work in live plants (USSC environment) where permit-to-work (PTW) and SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations) are critical.
• Networks:
  Strong understanding of industrial networking (Fiber optics, Microwave radio links) and cybersecurity standards (IEC 62443).

• Experience with additional SCADA systems and protocols.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.