Rotating Equipment Commissioning Specialist | Saudi Arabia

Job Title: Rotating Equipment Commissioning Specialist

Location: Jubail, Saudi Arabia
Contract Type: SMP – Long Term
Experience Required: 8–10 years (Saudi/GCC petrochemical experience preferred)

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilledRotating Equipment Commissioning Specialist to execute and support commissioning activities for rotating equipment in large-scale petrochemical projects. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant commissioning of compressors, pumps, drivers, and associated auxiliary systems in line with project standards and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Executecommissioning activities for rotating equipment in accordance withOPERCOM®, project schedules, and approved procedures.

• Witness installation, alignment, and testing ofcompressors, pumps, drivers (motors/turbines), and auxiliary systems.

• Verify and confirmalarm settings, trip set points, and interlocks prior to equipment start-up.

• Performfunctional checks of auxiliary equipment, including lubrication systems, cooling systems, and control systems.

• Monitor and supportrunning-in (start-up) activities of rotating equipment as perOperational Test Procedures (OTP).

• Checkinrush current, review electrical parameters, and coordinate with electrical teams to adjustMCC trip settings where required.

• Conducttrip checks, governor checks, and safety device testing to ensure equipment protection and operational reliability.

• Review and validateOperational Test Procedures (OTP) and ensure compliance withEPCC maintenance and commissioning standards.

• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and operations teams to ensuresystem readiness and smooth handover.

• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues during commissioning and start-up phases.

• Ensure strict compliance withHealth, Safety & Environment (HSE) policies and procedures at all times.
  

Requirements:

• Minimum8–10 years of experience in commissioning rotating equipment within oil & gas or petrochemical projects.

• Prior experience inSaudi Arabia or GCC region is highly preferred.

• Strong hands-on experience withcompressors, pumps, turbines, and associated auxiliary systems.

• Familiarity withOPERCOM® and commissioning documentation systems.

• Experience instart-up, testing, and troubleshooting of rotating equipment.

• Good understanding ofelectrical systems (MCC, inrush current, protection systems).

• Ability to read and interpretP&IDs, datasheets, and technical manuals.

• Strong knowledge ofHSE standards and safe commissioning practices.

• Excellent coordination, communication, and reporting skills.