Senior Commissioning Engineer
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About the Role
Mott MacDonald seeks a Senior T&C Engineer to plan, manage, and execute testing and commissioning for building and infrastructure systems in Dubai. Requires significant experience in MEP commissioning, metro/rail projects, and live operational environments.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and implement T&C strategies, procedures, and schedules in line with project requirements
- Prepare method statements, inspection & test plans (ITPs), and commissioning procedures
- Lead testing and commissioning of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and BMS systems
- Ensure proper integration of new systems with existing metro infrastructure
- Ensure all systems comply with RTA standards, local regulations, and international codes
- Witness and verify contractor testing, inspections, and commissioning activities
- Conduct system performance testing, integrated system testing (IST), and final validation
- Prepare commissioning dossiers, O&M manuals, and handover documentation
- Identify risks related to system installation and commissioning phases
- Liaise with RTA representatives, consultants, contractors, and vendors
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (or related discipline)
- Significant experience in Testing & Commissioning of MEP/building systems
- Strong experience in metro, rail, airport, or critical infrastructure projects
- Mandatory experience working in live/operational environments
- Proven track record in system integration and commissioning of complex infrastructure projects
- Strong knowledge of MEP systems and commissioning processes
- Familiarity with international standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, IEC, etc.) and local UAE/RTA regulations
- Experience with Integrated System Testing (IST) and performance validation
- Understanding of BMS and system interfaces (non communication focus)
- Ability to review drawings, schematics, and technical documents
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About The Role
- The Senior T&C Engineer will be responsible for planning, managing, and executing testing and commissioning activities for all building and infrastructure systems
- Ensures that all MEP, electrical, and system interfaces are fully tested, compliant with RTA standards, and safely integrated without disrupting ongoing metro operations
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement T&C strategies, procedures, and schedules
- Prepare method statements, ITPs, and commissioning procedures
- Coordinate testing sequences across multiple systems
- Lead testing and commissioning of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and BMS systems
- Ensure proper integration of new systems with existing metro infrastructure
- Ensure compliance with RTA standards and international codes
- Witness and verify contractor testing and inspections
- Conduct system performance testing, IST, and final validation
- Prepare commissioning dossiers, O&M manuals, and handover documentation
- Support training of client and operations teams
- Identify risks and troubleshoot system deficiencies
- Liaise with RTA representatives, consultants, contractors, and vendors
Candidate Specifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering
- Significant experience in T&C of MEP/building systems
- Strong experience in metro, rail, airport, or critical infrastructure projects
- Mandatory experience working in live/operational environments
- Proven track record in system integration and commissioning
- Strong knowledge of MEP systems and commissioning processes
- Familiarity with international standards and local UAE/RTA regulations
- Experience with IST and performance validation
- Understanding of BMS and system interfaces
- Ability to review drawings, schematics, and technical documents
Benefits and Rewards
- Rewards and bonuses through employee ownership model
- Medical insurance and life insurance as per local plan
- Annual leave in line with local policy
- Maternity and paternity leave provisions
- Professional membership/institution subscription support
- Learning and career development opportunities
- Inclusive culture committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion
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