JIC Switchgear Testing Engineer
Location: UAE
Contract: Permanent / Full-time
Role Purpose
Lead and execute testing and commissioning activities for switchgear systems, ensuring compliance with design specifications, quality standards, and HSE requirements. Provide technical support and training during commissioning phases.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Minimum 10 years' experience in testing and commissioning of switchgear, preferably with manufacturers or panel builders
- Familiarity with oil and gas engineering design specifications, quality, and HSE standards
- Experience interpreting and applying scope of work and vendor design documentation
- Fully conversant with international codes and standards such as IEC, ANSI, BS, EN, ASTM, API, and ISO
- ADNOC standards familiarity preferred
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, monitor, and conduct all testing and commissioning activities
- Prepare and implement relevant test/commissioning plans, procedures, and test sheets
- Ensure availability and calibration of all testing equipment
- Maintain HSE compliance and provide toolbox talks
- Conduct functional and performance tests as per approved procedures
- Prepare and maintain detailed test reports and records
- Liaise with clients on all testing and quality matters
- Troubleshoot issues identified during testing
- Raise RFIs in coordination with quality inspectors
- Coordinate with clients and vendors to resolve testing issues
- Issue punch lists, categorise findings, and ensure closeout
- Provide training and technical support to staff during commissioning