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Lead Testing & Commissioning Engineer


Ghobash Group
16 days ago
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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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JOB SUMMARY
Lead Testing & Commissioning Engineer
Ghobash Group
Abu Dhabi
16 days ago
N/A
Full-time

Lead Testing & Commissioning Engineer