Testing and Commissioning Engineer

Role & responsibilities

1. Act as PICOW (Person In Charge of Work) for assigned Testing & Commissioning activities, ensuring proper planning, coordination, execution, and safe completion of works.
2. Plan and execute T&C activities related to:

• OHE (Overhead Electrification)
• PSI (Power Supply & Installation)
• MV/LV systems
• SCADA
• Communication systems
• MEP systems

3. Ensure all testing and commissioning activities are carried out in accordance with approved procedures, drawings, specifications, method statements, and applicable safety requirements.
4. Plan and coordinate the required manpower, test instruments, testing equipment, shutdowns/blocks, materials, logistics, and site resources for efficient execution of T&C activities.
5. Coordinate with Construction, Engineering, QA/QC, EHS/Safety, vendors, subcontractors, inspectors, and interface contractors to ensure site readiness and smooth execution of testing and commissioning activities.
6. Coordinate inspections, testing, fault identification and rectification, pre-commissioning checks, and final commissioning approvals.
7. Monitor site progress against planned commissioning schedules and ensure achievement of project commissioning targets within defined timelines.
8. Prepare, maintain, and control all required testing and commissioning documentation, checklists, test reports, inspection records, and handover documents.
9. Raise, track, and close RFIs (Requests for Inspection/Information) and coordinate with relevant stakeholders for timely resolution.
10. Identify testing and commissioning issues, coordinate troubleshooting and corrective actions, and ensure faults are closed before commissioning.
11. Ensure compliance with quality, safety, environmental, and project-specific requirements throughout all T&C activities.
12. Maintain proper records of testing instruments, test results, commissioning status, punch points, and system handover documentation.
13. Support project teams during energization, system integration, trial runs, and final commissioning activities as required.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Electrical Testing & Commissioning activities.
• Hands-on experience with OHE, PSI, MV/LV, SCADA, communication, and/or MEP systems.
• Good understanding of electrical drawings, SLDs, schematics, testing procedures, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of site safety procedures, electrical isolation, shutdown/block requirements, and permit-to-work systems.
• Strong coordination and communication skills.
• Ability to manage site manpower, resources, and multiple T&C activities simultaneously.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to prepare and maintain technical documentation and test reports.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and timely project execution.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, contractors, vendors, and client representatives.

Preferred candidate profile

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering.
• 310 years of relevant experience in Testing & Commissioning, preferably in railway, metro, infrastructure, electrical, or MEP projects.
• Candidates with hands-on experience in OHE, traction power, MV/LV, SCADA, PSI, communication, or integrated systems commissioning will be preferred.