Lead Testing & Commissioning Engineer

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.

• 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.

• 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

  
  

• 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.