Posted on 2 Mar

Experience

14 - 24 Years

Job Location

Al Basrah (Iraq) - Iraq

Education

Bachelor of Technology/Engineering(Chemical, Petroleum)

Nationality

Any CIS National, Indian, Pakistani, Egyptian

Gender

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Commissioning Planning & Leadership

  • Develop and implement the process commissioning strategy in line with the overall EPC commissioning plan

  • Lead process commissioning activities from mechanical completion (MC) through pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and performance testing

  • Prepare and review commissioning procedures, system operating procedures, and start-up/shutdown sequences

  • Coordinate commissioning schedules with Construction, HSE, Operations, and Project Management teams

  • Lead and mentor process commissioning engineers and specialists

Technical & Process Responsibilities

  • Review and verify PFDs, P&IDs, heat & material balances, control philosophies, cause & effect diagrams, and operating manuals

  • Ensure process systems comply with design intent, licensor requirements, and regulatory standards

  • Lead system walkdowns, punch list clearance, and system acceptance for commissioning

  • Execute and supervise:

    • Utility commissioning (air, nitrogen, water, chemicals)

    • Hydrocarbon introduction

    • Unit start-up and stabilization

    • Performance and reliability testing

  • Troubleshoot process upsets and recommend corrective actions during start-up

Safety, HSE & Risk Management

  • Ensure strict compliance with EPC HSE policies, client safety standards, and local regulations

  • Lead and participate in HAZOP, HAZID, SIL, SIMOPS, and Start-Up Safety Reviews (PSSR)

  • Ensure safe introduction of hydrocarbons and hazardous chemicals

  • Enforce Permit-to-Work (PTW), LOTO, and energy isolation procedures during commissioning

Interfaces & Coordination

  • Act as the single point of contact for all process commissioning matters with the Client and Licensors

  • Coordinate with:

    • Engineering disciplines

    • Construction & Pre-commissioning teams

    • Operations & Maintenance representatives

    • Vendors and package suppliers

  • Support operator training, start-up assistance, and final handover to Operations


Documentation & Reporting

  • Review and approve:

    • Commissioning procedures and check sheets

    • Operating manuals and start-up philosophies

    • Commissioning progress reports

    • As-built documentation and handover dossiers

  • Ensure proper system completion and handover in accordance with EPC and Client requirements

Desired Candidate Profile

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent

  • Professional certification is an advantage

Experience

  • 15+ years of experience in Oil & Gas process engineering

  • 7+ years in commissioning/start-up roles on EPC projects

  • Proven experience with:

    • Onshore or Offshore facilities

    • Brownfield tie-ins and live plant commissioning

    • Large-scale EPC execution

Technical Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of:

    • Upstream / Midstream / Downstream Oil & Gas processes

    • Utilities and offsites

    • Process safety and operability

  • Familiarity with industry standards:

    • API, ASME, ISO, IEC, NFPA

  • Hands-on experience with DCS, ESD, F&G systems

  • Ability to manage critical start-up and shutdown activities

Soft Skills

  • Strong leadership and decision-making capability

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

  • Ability to work under high-pressure start-up conditions

Work Conditions

  • Site-based role (onshore/offshore)

  • Rotational or extended work schedules during commissioning

  • International project exposure may be required

Deliverables

  • Approved commissioning and start-up procedures

  • Safe and successful hydrocarbon introduction

  • Stable operation and performance acceptance

  • Formal handover of process systems to Operations

Employment Type

    Full Time

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Commissioning Plans
  • Control Systems
  • Startup Manager
  • Technical Services Manager
  • Electrical Systems
  • Project Commissioning Engineer
  • Facility Commissioning Manager
  • Risk Management

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