Site Engineer Commissioning (HVAC)

Role Overview

Site Engineer Commissioning (HVAC) at Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC, a member of the Ghobash Group, based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Company Overview

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group. For almost 20 years, the company has made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of the main clients, along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. The company provides full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and brings intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through localized services.

Role Purpose

To plan, coordinate, and execute comprehensive HVAC pre-commissioning, commissioning, testing, and start-up activities on large-scale industrial projects, ensuring all systems operate in accordance with approved design parameters, project specifications, and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Commissioning Planning & Preparation

• Plan, coordinate, and execute HVAC pre-commissioning, commissioning, testing, and start-up activities.
• Review HVAC drawings, specifications, datasheets, equipment schedules, and commissioning procedures.
• Prepare commissioning procedures, checklists, method statements, and testing documentation.
• Verify HVAC installation completion and system readiness prior to commissioning.

Equipment & Systems Commissioning

• Commission AHUs, FCUs, package HVAC units, chilled water systems, DX systems, ventilation systems, exhaust systems, fresh air systems, and pressurization systems.
• Conduct functional testing and performance verification of HVAC equipment and systems.
• Perform and supervise air balancing, water balancing, airflow measurements, temperature checks, and pressure testing.
• Verify HVAC control sequences, interlocks, alarms, trips, and BMS interfaces.

Troubleshooting & Optimization

• Troubleshoot HVAC equipment and system performance issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure HVAC systems operate in accordance with approved design parameters and project specifications.

Coordination & Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate HVAC commissioning activities with Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Process, Fire & Gas, and BMS disciplines.
• Coordinate with HVAC equipment vendors and specialist subcontractors during testing and commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with the client, consultant, EPC contractor, vendors, and other project stakeholders throughout commissioning.

Inspection & Documentation

• Participate in system walkdowns, inspections, commissioning readiness reviews, and punch-list clearance.
• Prepare commissioning reports, test records, inspection reports, punch lists, and handover documentation.
• Support the preparation and completion of commissioning dossiers, as-built documentation, and final handover records.

Reporting & Handover

• Monitor commissioning progress and provide regular updates to the Commissioning Manager.
• Support start-up, performance testing, reliability testing, and final system handover.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all commissioning activities comply with project specifications, approved procedures, applicable codes, and client requirements.
• Ensure strict compliance with project HSE requirements, PTW procedures, risk assessments, and safe working practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 8 years of relevant HVAC experience, with significant experience in commissioning and start-up activities.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant disciplines.
• Hands-on experience in commissioning HVAC systems for large-scale industrial facilities.
• Experience in Oil & Gas, EPC, petrochemical, refinery, LNG, or industrial projects is preferred.
• Experience working with HVAC control systems, BMS, and associated instrumentation.
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary commissioning teams.
• GCC project experience is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong willingness to learn and adapt to a dynamic project environment.
• Attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.
• Effective communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
• Ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.

Additional Information

• Willingness to work on-site at various ADNOC project locations in Abu Dhabi.
• Flexibility to work in shifts and extended hours as project demands require.