International Maritime Industries
Commissioning Superintendent, Electrica
Ras Al Khair, Saudi ArabiaPosted 4 days ago
- Salary
- AED 12k–18k a month· est.
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Lead
- Field
- Construction & Engineering
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
Description JOB PURPOSE / OBJECTIVE Oversee the planning, coordination, execution, testing, energization, integration, and handover of electrical pre commissioning and commissioning activities for new-build offshore jack-up drilling rigs, covering power generation and distribution systems, drilling and machinery drive systems, marine and jacking systems, safety and control systems, and hazardous area installations, to achieve safe and compliant system operation, operational readiness, successful project delivery, and client acceptance in accordance with project specifications, class requirements, and offshore regulatory standards. Key Accountabilities Lead the development of commissioning procedures, test packs, inspection and test records (ITRs), commissioning schedules, and system boundaries while coordinating design reviews, risk assessments, factory acceptance tests, and readiness reviews to ensure commissioning preparedness and execution efficiency. Direct the commissioning, testing, energization, and performance verification of generators, alternators, switchboards, MCCs, power distribution systems, protection relays, and Power Management Systems (PMS) to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant electrical power operations. Manage the commissioning and functional testing of AC/DC variable frequency drives, drilling machinery, auxiliary drives, interlocks, and control logic interfaces to ensure operational integrity and seamless integration with drilling systems. Oversee the commissioning and integration of jacking, skidding, ballast, bilge, navigation, emergency, and associated marine electrical systems to ensure safe functionality and operational readiness of offshore rig systems. Lead cause-and-effect testing, functional verification, and integration of emergency shutdown (ESD), fire and gas (F&G), BOP control, UPS, battery backup, and emergency power systems to ensure personnel safety, asset protection, and operational reliability. Oversee the inspection, validation, and certification compliance of hazardous area electrical installations and Ex-proof equipment in accordance with IECEx, ATEX, and applicable industry standards to ensure safe operation in classified environments. Direct electrical testing, continuity verification, insulation resistance testing, loop checking, system energization, fault diagnosis, and corrective actions to achieve successful system start-up and commissioning performance objectives. Manage commissioning interfaces with engineering, construction, instrumentation, automation, mechanical disciplines, OEM vendors, class authorities, and client representatives to facilitate issue resolution and successful system integration. Champion compliance with LOTO, PTW, JSA, SIMOPS, project QHSE requirements, and applicable ABS, DNV, API, IEC, IEEE, IMO, and shipyard standards to maintain a safe and compliant commissioning environment. Oversee commissioning dossiers, test records, punch-list management, readiness reviews, client acceptance activities, and system turnover packages to ensure complete documentation, timely close-out, and successful handover to operations. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE Education • bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline. Professional Qualifications (Certifications & Accreditations) • Omega 365 PIMS knowledge will benefit. • Drilling Equipment & Power Systems knowledge will benefit. Experience • 12–15 years experience in electrical commissioning on new build offshore rigs. (Jack-up Rig) Languages • Excellent Communication Skills (oral and written) in the English.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline. 12–15 years experience in electrical commissioning on new build offshore rigs (Jack-up Rig). Excellent communication skills (oral and written) in English. Professional qualifications: Omega 365 PIMS knowledge will benefit; Drilling Equipment & Power Systems knowledge will benefit.
Responsibilities
Lead the development of commissioning procedures, test packs, inspection and test records (ITRs), commissioning schedules, and system boundaries; coordinate design reviews, risk assessments, factory acceptance tests, and readiness reviews; direct commissioning, testing, energization, and performance verification of generators, alternators, switchboards, MCCs, power distribution systems, protection relays, and Power Management Systems (PMS); manage commissioning and functional testing of AC/DC variable frequency drives, drilling machinery, auxiliary drives, interlocks, and control logic interfaces; oversee the commissioning and integration of jacking, skidding, ballast, bilge, navigation, emergency, and associated marine electrical systems; lead cause-and-effect testing, functional verification, and integration of emergency shutdown (ESD), fire and gas (F&G), BOP control, UPS, battery backup, and emergency power systems; oversee inspection, validation, and certification compliance of hazardous area electrical installations and Ex-proof equipment; direct electrical testing, continuity verification, insulation resistance testing, loop checking, system energization, fault diagnosis, and corrective actions; manage commissioning interfaces with engineering, construction, instrumentation, automation, mechanical disciplines, OEM vendors, class authorities, and client representatives; champion compliance with LOTO, PTW, JSA, SIMOPS, project QHSE requirements, and applicable ABS, DNV, API, IEC, IEEE, IMO, and shipyard standards; oversee commissioning dossiers, test records, punch-list management, readiness reviews, client acceptance activities, and system turnover packages.
Skills
- Electrical commissioning
- Offshore jack-up rig systems
- Power generation and distribution
- AC/DC variable frequency drives
- Jacking and marine electrical systems
- Emergency shutdown (ESD) systems
- Fire and gas (F&G) systems
- Power Management Systems (PMS)
- Hazardous area electrical installations
- IECEx/ATEX compliance
- LOTO/PTW/JSA/SIMOPS
- Test procedures and ITRs
- System integration and commissioning management
- Vendor and client coordination
- Class society standards (ABS, DNV)
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