SME – Commissioning Process
BH-291511
Posted: 10/01/2025
- 1
- Malaysia Malaysia
- Permanent
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Oil & Gas
SME – Process (Lead Engineer Commissioning - Process)
Role Purpose:
Applies expert engineering knowledge and seasoned project / site experience to support the successful commissioning of any project in MODEC business areas including hull/topsides/mooring facilities right from preparation phase to execution phase.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Participate in Engineering Reviews and Engineering Validation Activities including but not limited to HAZID, HAZOP, Studies, Operability, Front Loading Commissioning in design, SCE’s and Performance standards in Commissioning Procedures.
• To independently review & develop various complex commissioning deliverables, analyze the documents and highlight the shortfalls through vigorous review process and address these shortfalls with the team.
• Developing Onshore and Offshore Commissioning Procedures for Process Systems and supporting Mechanical Systems / Thermodynamic requirements for Combined Cycle systems.
• To support in developing project deliverables as per project & client requirement
• Prepare & Review of company development work methodology / procedures.
• Develop Facility performance test procedure in accordance with contract requirements.
• Capable of managing demanding expectations of clients which may range from addressing gaps to unexpected work scope variations while ensuring conformance to the project, regulatory and contract requirements.
• Attend FAT and SAT depending on project requirements.
• Independently deals with regulatory authority, class, vendors and clients regarding comments or queries on commissioning deliverables and develops technical/engineering solutions to the issues raised.
• Carry forward the MODEC HSEQ policies / requirements to the team and meet overall HSEQ objectives in all projects / feedback results to corporate HSEQ team
• Participates in meetings with the project team to review progress and addresses interface/implementation/execution issues where necessary based on the standard procedures, practices and lessons learnt from past projects to ensure that the project proceeds timely and smoothly.
• Perform duties as per directives of reporting authority.
• Leads site execution team on performing pre-commissioning and commissioning activities planned for the Process systems, managing the interfaces with Construction and Pre-Operations teams, ensuring adherence to yard and company PTW systems regarding all the Process System Commissioning SoW.
• Commissioning of Process Systems, Functional tests and system certification with Class Society (DNV, ABS, LOYD, BV, etc.)
• Responsible for verification and closing out of all Safety critical elements associated with the package.
• Ensure all regulatory and statutory testing and requirements are performed and records are maintained.
• Perform Risk assessment for the commissioning scope, conduct toolbox meetings
• Ensure to supervise Technicians to carry out commissioning activities in a safe and controlled manner in accordance with site procedures and PTW requirements
• Manage discipline and cohesive environment in the office. Monitor / Guide all commissioning engineers/assistants/administrators.
• Day to day Planning of work, manage schedule & targets of the project as required.
• Identify and manage resource requirements to meet schedule and targets.
• Prepare and maintain commissioning records of site observations, testing processes and checklists
• Coordination of functional testing of commissioned systems and engaging the Operations Team when and where needed
• Troubleshoot the logic function, suggest modification plan of logic diagram, liaise with I&C engineer as well as ICSS vendor, and implement.
• Execute pre-commissioning and commissioning as per procedure and sign-off respective documents with Client representative for system closure.
• Prepare timely and accurate technical report for management and a reference for future.
• Travel to offshore project sites and perform offshore commissioning / assist facility startup, as required
• Lead the team to perform Start-up offshore following the start-up procedure, stabilization and performance testing.
• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to problem solve with or without the guidance of senior leadership
• To conduct analytical review of complex progress reports to systematically identify issues and from there, address these issues in a timely manner.
• Disciplined in time management and independent in handling/prioritizing complex work requirements within the project’s stringent timelines.
• Interact with other engineering departments for obtaining engineering and specific vendor documents & details.
• Willingness to work and train others in a team environment, assisting other multicultural and interdepartmental team members
• Guides and motivates the Commissioning team to carry out work within the stringent project timelines through awareness of the project’s unique constraints.
• Guides the junior staff to understand the technical and project required functions through discussions or knowledge sharing sessions in the light of the Company’s standards, procedures and engineering requirements.
• Plans and carries out audits of procedures, safety practices and documentation/records with reference to corporate standard procedures to ensure compliance and, identify gaps and training enhancement requirements of team members.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Process or Chemical) with 14 to 17 years' work experience(or) master’s degree in engineering (Process or Chemical) with 12 to 15 years' work experience with minimum of 10 years' work experience in onshore/offshore Oil & Gas area or FPSO line(s). Also, a Diploma in Engineering with 17 to 20 years’ work experience (making the equivalent of a degree) can also be considered.
• Specialist knowledge of at least Three MODEC or related project line.
• Ability to define concepts of completion process.
• Experience in design of FPSO’s including FEED, detailed design, construction, commissioning& start-up phase.
• Experience of High-Capacity Process Production Systems and EPCIC to handover to operations.
• Experience in Complex Gas Compression, Injection, Export Systems and Thermodynamic requirements for Heat Recovery and Steam systems.
• Have proven project experience and skills within the field of Testing, Pre-commissioning, Commissioning execution and startup at offshore
• Experience in offshore plant startup and stabilization and able to provide Operations with technical support throughout start-up, stabilization and performance testing
• Work experience within strict regulatory environments and aligning commissioning independence with engineering compliance and contractual requirements.
• High safety awareness is mandatory. A good knowledge of managing simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) is essential.
• Significant knowledge of multiple technologies, projects and applications. Working knowledge of competing and alternative technologies.
• Familiar in use of Software, Database systems related to System Completion, Project Management (MS Project / P6) and General computer literacy (MS office).
• Shows evidence of good Organizing / Management skills.
• Demonstrate ability to take lead.
• Good communication skills.
• Commitment to take responsibility.
NOTE: Due to National Content requirements, priority will be given to local Malaysians and expats with RPT (residence permit).
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
Role Purpose:
Applies expert engineering knowledge and seasoned project / site experience to support the successful commissioning of any project in MODEC business areas including hull/topsides/mooring facilities right from preparation phase to execution phase.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Participate in Engineering Reviews and Engineering Validation Activities including but not limited to HAZID, HAZOP, Studies, Operability, Front Loading Commissioning in design, SCE’s and Performance standards in Commissioning Procedures.
• To independently review & develop various complex commissioning deliverables, analyze the documents and highlight the shortfalls through vigorous review process and address these shortfalls with the team.
• Developing Onshore and Offshore Commissioning Procedures for Process Systems and supporting Mechanical Systems / Thermodynamic requirements for Combined Cycle systems.
• To support in developing project deliverables as per project & client requirement
• Prepare & Review of company development work methodology / procedures.
• Develop Facility performance test procedure in accordance with contract requirements.
• Capable of managing demanding expectations of clients which may range from addressing gaps to unexpected work scope variations while ensuring conformance to the project, regulatory and contract requirements.
• Attend FAT and SAT depending on project requirements.
• Independently deals with regulatory authority, class, vendors and clients regarding comments or queries on commissioning deliverables and develops technical/engineering solutions to the issues raised.
• Carry forward the MODEC HSEQ policies / requirements to the team and meet overall HSEQ objectives in all projects / feedback results to corporate HSEQ team
• Participates in meetings with the project team to review progress and addresses interface/implementation/execution issues where necessary based on the standard procedures, practices and lessons learnt from past projects to ensure that the project proceeds timely and smoothly.
• Perform duties as per directives of reporting authority.
• Leads site execution team on performing pre-commissioning and commissioning activities planned for the Process systems, managing the interfaces with Construction and Pre-Operations teams, ensuring adherence to yard and company PTW systems regarding all the Process System Commissioning SoW.
• Commissioning of Process Systems, Functional tests and system certification with Class Society (DNV, ABS, LOYD, BV, etc.)
• Responsible for verification and closing out of all Safety critical elements associated with the package.
• Ensure all regulatory and statutory testing and requirements are performed and records are maintained.
• Perform Risk assessment for the commissioning scope, conduct toolbox meetings
• Ensure to supervise Technicians to carry out commissioning activities in a safe and controlled manner in accordance with site procedures and PTW requirements
• Manage discipline and cohesive environment in the office. Monitor / Guide all commissioning engineers/assistants/administrators.
• Day to day Planning of work, manage schedule & targets of the project as required.
• Identify and manage resource requirements to meet schedule and targets.
• Prepare and maintain commissioning records of site observations, testing processes and checklists
• Coordination of functional testing of commissioned systems and engaging the Operations Team when and where needed
• Troubleshoot the logic function, suggest modification plan of logic diagram, liaise with I&C engineer as well as ICSS vendor, and implement.
• Execute pre-commissioning and commissioning as per procedure and sign-off respective documents with Client representative for system closure.
• Prepare timely and accurate technical report for management and a reference for future.
• Travel to offshore project sites and perform offshore commissioning / assist facility startup, as required
• Lead the team to perform Start-up offshore following the start-up procedure, stabilization and performance testing.
• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to problem solve with or without the guidance of senior leadership
• To conduct analytical review of complex progress reports to systematically identify issues and from there, address these issues in a timely manner.
• Disciplined in time management and independent in handling/prioritizing complex work requirements within the project’s stringent timelines.
• Interact with other engineering departments for obtaining engineering and specific vendor documents & details.
• Willingness to work and train others in a team environment, assisting other multicultural and interdepartmental team members
• Guides and motivates the Commissioning team to carry out work within the stringent project timelines through awareness of the project’s unique constraints.
• Guides the junior staff to understand the technical and project required functions through discussions or knowledge sharing sessions in the light of the Company’s standards, procedures and engineering requirements.
• Plans and carries out audits of procedures, safety practices and documentation/records with reference to corporate standard procedures to ensure compliance and, identify gaps and training enhancement requirements of team members.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Process or Chemical) with 14 to 17 years' work experience(or) master’s degree in engineering (Process or Chemical) with 12 to 15 years' work experience with minimum of 10 years' work experience in onshore/offshore Oil & Gas area or FPSO line(s). Also, a Diploma in Engineering with 17 to 20 years’ work experience (making the equivalent of a degree) can also be considered.
• Specialist knowledge of at least Three MODEC or related project line.
• Ability to define concepts of completion process.
• Experience in design of FPSO’s including FEED, detailed design, construction, commissioning& start-up phase.
• Experience of High-Capacity Process Production Systems and EPCIC to handover to operations.
• Experience in Complex Gas Compression, Injection, Export Systems and Thermodynamic requirements for Heat Recovery and Steam systems.
• Have proven project experience and skills within the field of Testing, Pre-commissioning, Commissioning execution and startup at offshore
• Experience in offshore plant startup and stabilization and able to provide Operations with technical support throughout start-up, stabilization and performance testing
• Work experience within strict regulatory environments and aligning commissioning independence with engineering compliance and contractual requirements.
• High safety awareness is mandatory. A good knowledge of managing simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) is essential.
• Significant knowledge of multiple technologies, projects and applications. Working knowledge of competing and alternative technologies.
• Familiar in use of Software, Database systems related to System Completion, Project Management (MS Project / P6) and General computer literacy (MS office).
• Shows evidence of good Organizing / Management skills.
• Demonstrate ability to take lead.
• Good communication skills.
• Commitment to take responsibility.
NOTE: Due to National Content requirements, priority will be given to local Malaysians and expats with RPT (residence permit).
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.