Wood Plc GCC
Senior Mechanical Hookup and Commissioning Engineer
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 15 - 20 yrs
Job expiry date: 05/10/2025
Job overview
Date posted
21/08/2025
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
Undisclosed
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
15 - 20 yrs
Seniority
Senior & Lead
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
05/10/2025
Job description
Wood is seeking a Senior Mechanical Hookup and Commissioning Engineer in Dubai, UAE. The role involves preparation of hook-up workpacks, overseeing commissioning activities, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications. The engineer will lead onshore and offshore project execution, conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, and resolve technical issues. The position also requires developing detailed work packs, managing interdisciplinary teams, and ensuring safety and sustainability during operations.
Required skills
hook-up workpack preparation
commissioning procedures
mechanical engineering
process control systems
safety control systems
risk assessment
project planning
project scheduling
equipment inspection
systems testing
functional checks
technical troubleshooting
API standards
ISO standards
bill of quantities preparation
man-hour estimation
material handling
project management tools
Key responsibilities
- Preparation of hook-up workpacks.
- Execute and oversee hook-up and commissioning activities in compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
- Develop and implement detailed hook-up plans, commissioning procedures, and strategies for projects.
- Coordinate and supervise interdisciplinary teams involved in hook-up and commissioning activities.
- Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning activities such as systems testing, inspections, and functional checks.
- Identify and resolve technical issues during hook-up and commissioning.
- Review project specifications, drawings, and documents for technical accuracy.
- Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and ensure adherence to project timelines and standards.
- Collaborate with project management and procurement teams for spares, resources, and equipment requirements.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures.
- Ensure compliance with project requirements, industry codes, and standards including environmental considerations.
- Develop detailed workpacks covering method statements, hook-up details, bill of quantities, man-hour estimates, tools, material handling, commissioning procedures, and check sheets.
Experience & skills
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 15 years’ experience in hook-up, commissioning, and start-up, preferably in offshore oil & gas projects.
- Strong knowledge of industry standards and regulations (API, ISO).
- Understanding of industry safe systems of work, work permits, and sanction-to-test procedures.
- Good working knowledge of process and safety control systems.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software for planning and scheduling.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Proven ability to resolve technical challenges and implement innovative solutions.
- Strong focus on safety, quality, and timely project delivery.
- Competence in analyzing technical documents and drawings to identify discrepancies.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and make decisions under pressure.
