Commissioning Engineer (Instrumentation)

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute all Instrumentation pre-commissioning and commissioning activities in accordance with project specifications, ADNOC standards, and international codes (ISA, IEC).

• Review and verify loop drawings, P&IDs, control philosophies, and logic diagrams to ensure compliance with approved design.

• Perform loop-checking, functional testing, calibration, and configuration of smart transmitters, control valves, and final control elements.

• Supervise and lead subcontractor teams during instrument installation verification, signal testing, and system energization.

• Interface with DCS, ESD, F&G, SCADA, and PLC vendors to resolve technical issues and ensure seamless integration of instrumentation systems.

• Ensure accurate documentation and handover of commissioning dossiers, as-built markups, and punch list closure to the client.

• Strictly adhere to HSE and PTW procedures, ensuring safe commissioning practices in hazardous areas.

• Coordinate with Electrical and Mechanical commissioning teams for integrated testing (System and Sub-System level).

• Provide progress reporting on commissioning activities and highlight areas requiring immediate management attention.

• Support training and knowledge transfer to client operation teams as part of final system handover.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of instrument calibration, control system architecture, DCS/PLC/ESD/F&G integration, and loop verification procedures.

• Familiarity with ADNOC, Shell, or Aramco commissioning standards.

• Proficient in interpreting P&IDs, I/O lists, and Logic Diagrams.

• Nice-to-have: Exposure to digital instrumentation, asset management systems (AMS), and fieldbus (HART/FOUNDATION Fieldbus).

• Understanding of permit-to-work and field isolation procedures.

• Will use specialized tools such as calibrators, simulators, communicators, and loop-checking software.

Soft Skills / Competencies:

• Team-oriented professional with strong coordination and troubleshooting skills.

• Capable of handling multi-vendor interfaces and documentation-driven workflows.

• Values safety, precision, and clear communication under pressure.

• Fits well in a structured, cross-discipline team environment with multicultural workforce integration.

• Good working knowledge of MS Office, Commissioning Management Systems software’s

• Familiar with data handlers and vendor configuration tools for DCS and ESD systems.

Qualifications & Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation & Control / Electronics Engineering from a recognized university.

• ADNOC-approved or equivalent vendor/systems training preferred (Emerson / Honeywell / Yokogawa / ABB / Siemens).

• Essential: Minimum 10–12 years of experience in pre-commissioning and commissioning of instrumentation systems for Oil & Gas / Petrochemical projects.

• Preferably with EPC/PMC contractors at ADNOC sites or equivalent