Lead Testing & Commissioning Engineer
Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, ae
Company Description
Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC.
For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.
Job Description
Lead testing & commissioning (T&C) activities for 132 kV / 33 kV / 11 kV substations
Review and approve T&C procedures, method statements, and checklists
Coordinate with ADNOC, consultants, OEMs, and contractors during commissioning phases
Supervise testing of:
Power transformers
- Lead and supervise testing and commissioning activities for electrical systems in offshore platforms and substations.
- Plan and execute pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities for electrical equipment.
- Perform testing and commissioning of transformers, generators, switchgear, MCCs, UPS systems, and power distribution systems up to 1320 kVA.
- Manage commissioning of substation equipment including transformers, protection relays, switchgear, and control systems.
- Prepare and review commissioning procedures, method statements, and test reports.
- Coordinate with engineering, construction, vendors, and client teams to ensure smooth commissioning activities.
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and client requirements.
- Lead troubleshooting and fault analysis during commissioning.
- Monitor commissioning progress and ensure timely completion of activities.
- Supervise commissioning engineers and technicians at site.
Qualifications
achelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum 10–15 years experience in HV substations, including 132 kV
Proven experience working on ADNOC or major Oil & Gas projects
Strong knowledge of IEC, IEEE, ADNOC standards
Hands-on experience with protection relays (Siemens, ABB, Schneider, GE, SEL)
Excellent coordination, leadership, and communication skills
Additional Information
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum 12–15 years of experience in Electrical Testing & Commissioning in Oil & Gas / Substation projects.
- Mandatory offshore project experience.
- Strong experience in substation commissioning and electrical systems up to 1320 kVA.
- Familiarity with international standards and safety regulations related to electrical testing and commissioning.
- Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
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