Lead Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical/Piping)

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Job Title: Lead Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical/Piping) – Offshore, WHT’s, Platform, Subsea Cable

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Job Title: Lead Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical/Piping) – Offshore, WHT’s, Platform, Subsea Cable

KBR is growing its Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team for an exciting, high‑profile offshore development in Abu Dhabi. The ADNOC PMC project role would be based initially in Contractors Office/ Fabrication Yard Office in Abu Dhabi for some time and then will later move to Offshore Site on 6 weeks on/ 3 weeks off rotation.

Job Purpose

The Lead Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical/Piping) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and leading all Mechanical and Piping commissioning activities for offshore and onshore Oil & Gas projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant system handover from Construction to Operations.

The role provides technical leadership during pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, performance testing, and handover phases, ensuring that mechanical and piping systems are tested, commissioned, and integrated in accordance with project specifications, operational requirements, HSE standards, and client expectations.

The position serves as the focal point between Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Operations, Vendors, and Client representatives throughout project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Commissioning Leadership

• Lead Mechanical and Piping commissioning activities from system completion through start-up and final handover.
• Develop and implement commissioning strategies, execution plans, procedures, and schedules.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary commissioning activities to ensure seamless system integration.
• Manage commissioning engineers, supervisors, technicians, and contractor personnel.
• Ensure commissioning targets and project milestones are achieved safely and efficiently.

Pre-Commissioning Management

• Plan and supervise pre-commissioning activities including:
  • Mechanical Completion Verification
  • System Walkdowns
  • Line Checking
  • Flushing and Cleaning
  • Air Blowing
  • Water Flushing
  • Hydrostatic Testing
  • Pneumatic Testing
  • Leak Testing
  • Drying and Preservation Activities
• Verify readiness for commissioning and start-up activities.
• Ensure punch list identification and closure processes are effectively managed.

Mechanical & Piping Commissioning

Coordinate commissioning activities for:

• Process Piping Systems
• Utility Piping Systems
• Wellhead Facilities
• Offshore Platforms and Topsides
• Wellhead Towers (WHTs)
• Jackets and Bridges
• Subsea Tie-In Supports
• Pressure Vessels
• Heat Exchangers
• Pumps
• Compressors
• Tanks
• Filters and Strainers
• Pigging Facilities
• Mechanical Packages
• Safety Relief Systems
• Produced Water Systems
• Firewater Systems
• HVAC Mechanical Systems

Start-Up & Operational Readiness

• Lead system energization and start-up activities.
• Develop commissioning sequences and start-up procedures.
• Coordinate operational readiness reviews.
• Support performance testing and system acceptance activities.
• Ensure all systems meet design intent and operational requirements.
• Facilitate smooth transfer of facilities to Operations.

Interface & Coordination

• Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, QA/QC, Operations, HSE, Vendors, and Client teams.
• Participate in commissioning meetings, readiness reviews, and management progress sessions.
• Interface with package vendors during testing, start-up, and troubleshooting activities.
• Resolve technical issues impacting commissioning schedules and system performance.

Mechanical Completion & Handover

• Manage Mechanical Completion (MC) activities and certification processes.
• Review and verify system completion dossiers.
• Ensure timely closure of punch items and deficiencies.
• Coordinate turnover packages and handover documentation.
• Facilitate Final Acceptance and project close-out activities.

HSE Responsibilities

• Ensure all commissioning activities comply with project HSE requirements and company procedures.
• Lead commissioning risk assessments, SIMOPS reviews, and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) activities.
• Ensure proper implementation of Permit-to-Work (PTW) systems.
• Promote a strong safety culture during commissioning and start-up phases.
• Participate in incident investigations and implementation of corrective actions.

Quality Assurance

• Verify compliance with project specifications, commissioning procedures, and industry standards.
• Review test records, commissioning reports, and completion documentation.
• Ensure proper documentation of commissioning results and system performance.
• Support quality audits and client inspections.
• Ensure accurate as-built and turnover records are maintained.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline.

Preferred Certifications

• PMP Certification
• BOSIET/HUET (for Offshore Projects)
• NEBOSH or Equivalent HSE Certification
• Completions & Commissioning Management Certification (Preferred)

Experience

• Minimum 18- 22 years of experience in Mechanical and Piping Commissioning within Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refining, LNG, or Offshore EPC/EPCI projects.
• Minimum 5 years in a Lead Commissioning Engineer or Senior Commissioning role.
• Proven experience in:
  • Offshore Platforms and Topsides
  • Wellhead Towers (WHTs)
  • Jackets and Bridges
  • Process Facilities
  • Water Injection Systems
  • Utility Systems
  • Mechanical Packages
  • Brownfield Modifications and Tie-Ins
• Experience supporting pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and operational handover phases.
• Previous ADNOC, Saudi Aramco, QatarEnergy, or major operator project experience is preferred.