Senior Commissioning Engineer - Oil and Gas
Posted date [2026-04-25]
(ID: 44442)
McDermott is a global engineering and construction company delivering advanced solutions for the energy sector. The company focuses on transforming energy resources into essential products through innovative, technology-driven approaches across the full project lifecycle, from concept to decommissioning. With operations in more than 30 countries, McDermott combines a skilled workforce, specialized marine assets, and international fabrication capabilities to support large-scale energy projects. The organization plays a key role in developing efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy infrastructure worldwide.... |
Job Snapshot
Role: Senior Commissioning Engineer - Oil and Gas
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Engineering
Experience: 8-15 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Senior Commissioning Engineer hiring in Dubai, UAE within the Oil and Energy industry for large-scale EPC and commissioning projects across oil and gas facilities. This role is designed for experienced commissioning professionals who can manage start-up activities, testing, troubleshooting, and system readiness while ensuring smooth project handover and operational excellence across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Engineering
Salary: 22000-32000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Senior Commissioning Engineer is responsible for driving safe and efficient commissioning, pre-commissioning, and start-up activities across major industrial and energy projects. This role ensures systems are fully tested, verified, and ready for operation before final project handover. The position supports construction completion, operational readiness, and long-term plant reliability while working closely with multidisciplinary project teams and clients.
Key Responsibilities
* Report to the Commissioning Manager and support the Principal Commissioning Engineer with home office deliverables and execution planning
* Participate in site walk-down inspections, punch listing, and verification of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems
* Prepare and review commissioning procedures, start-up plans, and performance testing documentation
* Support the development of operation and maintenance manuals for final project handover
* Manage commissioning and start-up spares, first fills, and consumables planning
* Perform discipline equipment system checks, inspections, and function testing activities
* Participate in commissioning, start-up, and performance testing for plant and facility systems
* Troubleshoot operational and maintenance issues during commissioning and plant start-up phases
* Coordinate closely with project engineers, discipline leads, construction teams, and client representatives
* Supervise commissioning engineers, specialists, and craft personnel involved in pre-commissioning and commissioning work
* Ensure activities are completed according to project standards, safety procedures, and operational requirements
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering
* 8 to 15 years of experience in oil and gas projects with major contractors or consultants
* Strong background in commissioning, completions, and start-up activities for refinery, chemical, or oil and gas facilities
* Minimum 5 years of practical experience in refinery, processing plant, or industrial commissioning environments
* Previous commissioning and start-up experience in large-scale EPC projects is highly preferred
* Strong understanding of construction, operations, maintenance, and commissioning interfaces
* Ability to explain technical solutions clearly to engineers, operators, and project stakeholders
* Willingness to travel internationally to project and construction sites as required
Skills Set
* Commissioning and Start-Up Management
* Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation Testing
* Punch Listing and System Walkdowns
* Performance Testing and Troubleshooting
* Commissioning Procedures Development
* Operations and Maintenance Manuals
* First Fills and Start-Up Spares Planning
* MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
* EPC Project Coordination
* Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Why Join Us
* Join one of the world’s most established energy engineering and construction companies
* Work on major offshore, refinery, petrochemical, and infrastructure projects across global markets
* Gain international project exposure with strong technical and leadership responsibilities
* Build long-term career growth within commissioning and operations excellence
* Be part of high-value energy transition and sustainability projects shaping the future
* Collaborate with experienced engineering teams delivering complex world-class facilities
About the Company
McDermott International is a global leader in engineering, procurement, construction, and installation services for the energy sector. With more than 100 years of industry expertise, the company delivers innovative offshore and onshore solutions across oil and gas, offshore wind, and sustainable energy infrastructure. Operating in more than 50 countries, McDermott combines technical excellence, global reach, and operational strength to support the world’s evolving energy needs.
