ENGINEER, TESTING & COMMI. - AC
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About the Role
DAR ENGINEERING seeks a Testing and Commissioning Specialist (PMC) to oversee commissioning of pipeline and reservoir systems in Riyadh. The role ensures compliance with project specs and safety standards.
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Responsibilities
- Review and approve EPC contractor’s testing and commissioning plans, method statements, and schedules.
- Witness and verify testing, pre commissioning, and commissioning activities for pipelines, reservoirs, pumping stations, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and instrumentation.
- Oversee hydrostatic and pressure testing of pipelines, functional checks of equipment, and integrated system testing.
- Monitor contractor compliance with HSE requirements during all commissioning activities.
- Ensure all commissioning works comply with RCRC/NWC/EXPRO standards, Saudi regulations, and international codes.
- Validate test procedures, acceptance criteria, and results against contract specifications.
- Ensure all non conformances identified during testing are resolved before system handover.
- Liaise with EPC contractor’s commissioning team to coordinate site activities and resolve issues.
- Collaborate with PMC engineers, QA/QC, HSE, and planning teams to integrate commissioning with construction close out.
- Interface with client representatives (NWC, EXPRO) to ensure commissioning milestones are achieved.
- Review and confirm commissioning documentation, including test certificates, inspection reports, punch lists, and O&M manuals.
- Support preparation of final commissioning dossiers for client acceptance and operational readiness.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Civil Engineering from a recognised institution.
- 8–12 years of professional experience in testing, pre commissioning, and commissioning of large scale infrastructure or utility projects.
- Strong background in developing and reviewing commissioning procedures and schedules.
- Experience in commissioning pipelines, reservoirs, pumping stations, valves, control systems, and treatment facilities.
- Proven expertise in hydrostatic pressure testing, pipeline disinfection, electrical and instrumentation system energisation, and functional performance testing.
- Registration or eligibility with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE).
- Familiarity with RCRC/NWC/EXPRO commissioning standards, Saudi codes, and GCC water/wastewater infrastructure regulations.
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Purpose
- The Testing and Commissioning Specialist (PMC) is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and assuring the proper execution of testing, pre commissioning, and commissioning activities for all pipeline and reservoir systems under the contract.
- Acting as the client’s technical representative within the PMC team, the role ensures that all mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control, and civil systems are tested, validated, and commissioned in accordance with project specifications, NWC/EXPRO standards, Saudi regulations, and internatio
Key Accountabilities
- Review and approve EPC contractor’s testing and commissioning plans, method statements, and schedules.
- Ensure commissioning strategies align with project milestones, contractual requirements, and operational readiness.
- Identify critical commissioning activities and integrate them into the PMC master schedule.
- Witness and verify testing, pre commissioning, and commissioning activities for pipelines, reservoirs, pumping stations, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and instrumentation.
- Oversee hydrostatic and pressure testing of pipelines, functional checks of equipment, and integrated system testing.
- Monitor contractor compliance with HSE requirements during all commissioning activities.
- Ensure all commissioning works comply with RCRC/NWC/EXPRO standards, Saudi regulations, and international codes (ASME, API, AWWA, IEC, ISO).
- Validate test procedures, acceptance criteria, and results against contract specifications.
- Ensure all non conformances identified during testing are resolved before system handover.
- Liaise with EPC contractor’s commissioning team to coordinate site activities and resolve issues.
- Collaborate with PMC engineers, QA/QC, HSE, and planning teams to integrate commissioning with construction close out.
- Interface with client representatives (NWC, EXPRO) to ensure commissioning milestones are achieved to their satisfaction.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, or Civil Engineering from a recognised institution.
- Additional training in commissioning management, systems integration, or water/wastewater infrastructure is an advantage.
- Certification in project commissioning, testing, or project management (e.g., PMI SP, CMRP, or equivalent) preferred.
- Training in hydrostatic testing, electrical energisation, instrumentation calibration, and functional testing desirable.
- Registration or eligibility with the Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE).
- Familiarity with RCRC/NWC/EXPRO commissioning standards, Saudi codes, and GCC water/wastewater infrastructure regulations.
Experience
- 8–12 years of professional experience in testing, pre commissioning, and commissioning of large scale infrastructure or utility projects.
- Strong background in developing and reviewing commissioning procedures and schedules.
- Experience in commissioning pipelines, reservoirs, pumping stations, valves, control systems, and treatment facilities.
- Proven expertise in hydrostatic pressure testing, pipeline disinfection, electrical and instrumentation system energisation, and functional performance testing.
- Involvement in system integration testing and handover for long term O&M.
- Experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC projects, ideally under government or utility clients (e.g., NWC, EXPRO, or municipalities).
Skills
- Strong knowledge of commissioning processes across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and civil disciplines.
- Proficiency in interpreting and validating commissioning procedures, test certificates, and acceptance criteria.
- Competence in managing factory acceptance tests (FATs), site acceptance tests (SATs), and integrated system testing.
- Skilled in preparing commissioning schedules, punch lists, and final handover documentation.
- Familiarity with international standards (ASME, API, AWWA, IEC, ISO) applicable to testing and commissioning.
We Offer
- Competitive Salary with benefits as per Saudi Labor Law.
- Chance to work at Iconic Projects.
- Conducive work environment.
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