Commissioning Engineer - Electrical
Role Overview
Wood is recruiting an experienced Commissioning Engineer for a key client in Abu Dhabi within its Oil, Gas & New Energies commissioning team.
The role oversees and coordinates testing, inspection, and validation of systems or equipment to meet operational standards and project requirements.
The position is initially office based, with the possibility of moving to an onshore site in Abu Dhabi.
Key Skills for This Role
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Role overview
Wood is recruiting an experienced Commissioning Engineer for a key client in Abu Dhabi within its Oil, Gas & New Energies commissioning team.
The role oversees and coordinates testing, inspection, and validation of systems or equipment to meet operational standards and project requirements.
The position is initially office based, with the possibility of moving to an onshore site in Abu Dhabi.
Role objectives and accountabilities
- Ensure safe, efficient commissioning of systems and equipment in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, and client requirements.
- Execute commissioning procedures from pre-commissioning through start-up and validate system performance and functionality.
- Develop commissioning plans, checklists, procedures, documentation, and system turnover plans aligned with project schedules and strategies.
- Coordinate with engineering, construction, operations, vendors, and quality teams to support the transition from construction to operations.
- Lead or participate in system walkdowns, inspections, and functional tests to confirm readiness for mechanical completion and turnover.
- Monitor and report progress, identify issues, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule integrity.
- Ensure HSE compliance and promote a safety-first culture during commissioning activities.
- Support accurate as-built documentation and handover dossiers for clients or operations.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and verify performance, helping resolve start-up anomalies and punch-list items.
Business context
Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business delivers projects for energy companies across upstream, midstream, onshore, offshore, gas-to-liquids, decarbonization, and electrification markets.
The company describes its work as supporting energy security, transition, supply, and low-carbon concepts.
Benefits and development
- The posting lists medical insurance, life and personal accident insurance, end-of-service gratuity, and an employee share plan.
- It also describes long-service awards, professional development plans, global connections, and an Energy Transition Academy.
Requirements
- Experienced Commissioning Engineer with a proven track record overseeing and coordinating testing, inspection, and validation of systems or equipment.
- Able to ensure systems and equipment meet operational standards, project specifications, and client requirements.
- Able to collaborate with engineering, construction, operations, and vendor teams.
- Able to adhere to HSE standards during commissioning activities.
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