Commissioning Engineer Offshore Energy, Oil & Gas

Ravenna - Italy

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Title: Commissioning Engineer (electrical)

Location: KL Office Italy / Site / offshore

Reporting to: Hook-up & Commissioning SPT

Hill International provides program project and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating quality assurance inspection scheduling risk management and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill please visit our website at

The Commissioning Engineer is responsible for planning executing and overseeing the commissioning and start-up of mechanical electrical instrumentation piping and process systems in the oil and gas facilities. The role ensures all systems are tested verified and safely handed over to operations in accordance with design COMPANY standards and HSE policies tasks.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities but not limited to :

Planning & Preparation

Develop commissioning procedures test packs and system completion dossiers.
Define commissioning scope resources tools consumables and sequence.
Review and align engineering deliverables (P&IDs SLDs cause & effect charts loop diagrams).
Coordinate with engineering construction vendors and operations for seamless transition.

Execution of Commissioning

Perform pre-commissioning and commissioning of systems such as:
Mechanical: pumps compressors vessels rotating/static equipment.
Electrical: switchgear transformers MCCs UPS generators.
Instrumentation: control loops transmitters DCS/PLC logic verification.
Piping: flushing leak tests system pressurization.
Process: functional and performance testing utilities and process start-up.
Monitor system energization punch list clearing and system walkdowns.
Ensure safe execution in accordance with permit-to-work (PTW) LOTO and SIMOPS protocols.

System Handover

Participate in mechanical completion pre-start-up safety reviews (PSSRs) and client signoffs.
Verify final documentation red-marked drawings calibration reports and test certificates.
Support performance testing reliability runs and stabilization of the facility.

HSE & Compliance

Enforce commissioning safety standards and participate in HAZID HAZOP and risk assessments.
Conduct toolbox talks and ensures team adherence to PTW and isolation procedures.
Report incidents and participate in root cause analysis when needed.

Coordination & Interface

Liaise with construction QA/QC vendors subcontractors and operations for schedule alignment.
Manage punch list resolution (category A B C) system readiness and progress reporting.
Interface with software and instrumentation vendors during control system testing and tuning.

Skills & Competencies

Deep knowledge of system commissioning methodologies and standards (e.g. API IEC ASME ISO).
Strong understanding of P&IDs loop diagrams cause & effect matrices and logic diagrams.
Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and resolve field issues under pressure.
Proficiency with commissioning management systems (e.g. ICAPS WinPCS CMS).
Strong analytical communication and reporting skills.

Qualifications Experience Knowledge and Skills:

Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
Work experience of eight (8) years in the sought discipline aner earning the university degree.
Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of offshore experience in total with at least the last 35 years spent on offshore projects.
Excellent spoken and written English including proven ability to write reports.

Position Title: Commissioning Engineer (electrical) Location: KL Office Italy / Site / offshore Reporting to: Hook-up & Commissioning SPT Hill International provides program project and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across ...