Principal Commissioning Engineer

Responsibilities
Planning, Execution & Leadership

Report to the Commissioning Manager and assist in planning and execution of safe and efficient pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and performance testing activities to achieve plant production, performance, and WSG contractual objectives.
Collaborate within the project team and with the client to maintain positive working relationships.

Engineering & Systemization

Supervise the development of commissioning home office deliverables for the project.
Participate in the development of systemization and system boundary mark-ups.
Participate in engineering design reviews as assigned, including:

HAZOP
P&IDs
SIL reviews
3D model reviews

Procedures, Planning & Documentation

Participate in the development of commissioning schedules for pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup phases.
Supervise the development of:

Operating manuals
Pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup procedures for utility and process systems
CSU (Commissioning, Start-Up) spares, subcontracts, consumables, temporary equipment, and vendor services

Supervision & Field Execution

Interface closely with completions, construction, and client personnel regarding all aspects of site inspections and testing.
Supervise commissioning team personnel, subcontractors, and client representatives in executing pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup activities safely and efficiently.

Mechanical Completion & Punch Management

Work closely with construction teams for mechanical completion inspections and formally accept systems as ready for pre-commissioning.
Participate in system walkdowns, punch list development, and closure of punch items by construction or subcontractors.

Continuous Improvement

Provide input to the lessons learned database to improve future project execution.

Liaises with:Commissioning Manager, Discipline Lead Engineers, Project Engineers, Construction/Fabrication Teams, Quality, HSSE, and Client Representatives
Supervises:Commissioning Engineers, Completions Specialists, Operations & Maintenance Specialists, Designers, and support personnel within the functional group