Junior Commissioning Engineer

Job Purpose

The Junior Commissioning Engineer is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for offshore and onshore oil & gas facilities, rig equipment, and EPC/EPCI projects. The role assists senior commissioning personnel in system testing, documentation, troubleshooting, and safe system handover while ensuring compliance with project specifications and HSE requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in executing pre-commissioning and commissioning activities in accordance with approved procedures, schedules, and project requirements.
• Support system walkdowns, line checks, flushing, cleaning, leak testing, functional testing, and equipment start-up activities.
• Participate in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems under the guidance of senior commissioning engineers.
• Assist in the preparation and completion of commissioning documentation, including Inspection Test Records (ITRs), punch lists, RFCCs, and RFOCs.
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, vendors, and operations teams to ensure smooth commissioning activities.
• Monitor and update subsystem completion status and assist in punch-list management.
• Ensure compliance with Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and project HSE procedures.
• Participate in Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Task Risk Assessments (TRA), and toolbox talks.
• Maintain commissioning logs, test records, and progress reports.
• Support client representatives, vendors, and subcontractors during testing and commissioning activities.
• Participate in system handovers and project close-out documentation.
• Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 to 5 years of experience in commissioning, pre-commissioning, construction, maintenance, or operations within the Oil & Gas, Offshore, Marine, Rig, or EPC industry.
• Basic understanding of commissioning processes, engineering drawings, P&IDs, and system documentation.
• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation equipment and testing activities.
• Knowledge of commissioning safety requirements, including PTW, LOTO, and JSA processes.
• Exposure to completion management systems such as PIMS is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work at project sites, offshore facilities, and rotational assignments when required.

Preferred Competencies

• Basic understanding of rotating equipment, static equipment, electrical systems, and utility systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Eagerness to learn from senior engineers and develop commissioning expertise.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural project environment.