Commissioning Panel Specialist job at McDermott
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Posted date: 2025-Aug-12
Location: Buliisa, bulisa, Uganda
Commissioning Panel Specialist 2025-08-12T07:39:06+00:00 McDermott https://cdn.ugashare.com/jsjobsdata/data/employer/comp_3467/logo/McDermott.png https://www.mcdermott.com/ FULL_TIME Buliisa bulisa 00256 Uganda Engineering Services Science & Engineering 2025-08-23T17:00:00+00:00 Uganda 8 Job Overview: The Commissioning Panel Specialist will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective operation of plant systems during the commissioning and start-up phases using an Integrated Control and Safety System (ICSS) on the Tilenga Project in Uganda. Previous experience with Schneider ICSS is preferred. The position reports to the Commissioning Lead and the role ensures that all systems are tested as per commissioning execution plan, verified, and integrated in accordance with project specifications and safety standards. Responsibilities Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Commissioning systems Operations & Monitoring using ICSS - Operate and monitor local and control room workstations / panels as required during commissioning and start-up via the Schneider ICSS.
- Adjust process parameters (temperature, pressure, flow, level) to maintain optimal performance in line with the project operating manual and OTPs.
- Respond to alarms and initiate corrective actions as required.
- Ensure safe and efficient shutdown and start-up of the processing units and vendor packages where required.
- Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities for new systems and equipment.
- Conduct functional and performance testing of control systems and field devices.
- Participate in punch list resolution, and readiness reviews.
- Conduct pre-operational checks on electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation systems.
Troubleshooting & Optimization - Diagnose and resolve operational issues using ICSS tools in cooperation with Process / ICSS engineers.
- Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to resolve technical problems.
- Optimize process performance during commissioning and initial operations.
- Identify and resolve deviations from OTP and other commissioning / start-up procedures.
Supervision and Coordination - Work closely with multi-discipline commissioning engineers, field operators, and vendor representatives.
- Coordinate & guide commissioning and start-up field operatives through a clear and proper channel.
- Supervise subcontractor activities to ensure compliance with commissioning standards.
- Support training and mentoring of junior operators or new team members.
Documentation & Reporting / Safety & Compliance - Maintain accurate shift logs, test records, and commissioning documentation.
- Prepare daily reports on system status, anomalies, and progress.
- ICSS mimics records and change request to ICSS Engineer.
- P&ID redlining as required.
- Supervise the control room activities and emergency situation.
- Adhere to all site safety protocols and participate in safety audits and toolbox talks.
- Report unsafe conditions and incidents promptly.
- Ensure compliance with project-specific and industry standards.
Qualifications Essential Qualifications and Education: - Possess a technical diploma or equivalent in Process, Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering.
- Minimum 5-10 years in plant operations or commissioning, with hands-on ICSS operation experience.
- Proven experience with Schneider ICSS systems is highly desirable.
- Proven experience with Instrumentation systems (control valves, transmitters, DCS/PLC, ESD, F&G, analysers, HIPS).
- Proven experience with Control room operation experience.
- Strong understanding of process control systems, safety regulations, and operational procedures.
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ICSS-related software tools.
- Excellent communication, teamwork in a multicultural environment, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic project environment.
- Fluent in English; or other language skills are a plus.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Commissioning systems Operations & Monitoring using ICSS Operate and monitor local and control room workstations / panels as required during commissioning and start-up via the Schneider ICSS. Adjust process parameters (temperature, pressure, flow, level) to maintain optimal performance in line with the project operating manual and OTPs. Respond to alarms and initiate corrective actions as required. Ensure safe and efficient shutdown and start-up of the processing units and vendor packages where required. Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities for new systems and equipment. Conduct functional and performance testing of control systems and field devices. Participate in punch list resolution, and readiness reviews. Conduct pre-operational checks on electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation systems. Troubleshooting & Optimization Diagnose and resolve operational issues using ICSS tools in cooperation with Process / ICSS engineers. Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to resolve technical problems. Optimize process performance during commissioning and initial operations. Identify and resolve deviations from OTP and other commissioning / start-up procedures. Supervision and Coordination Work closely with multi-discipline commissioning engineers, field operators, and vendor representatives. Coordinate & guide commissioning and start-up field operatives through a clear and proper channel. Supervise subcontractor activities to ensure compliance with commissioning standards. Support training and mentoring of junior operators or new team members. Documentation & Reporting / Safety & Compliance Maintain accurate shift logs, test records, and commissioning documentation. Prepare daily reports on system status, anomalies, and progress. ICSS mimics records and change request to ICSS Engineer. P&ID redlining as required. Supervise the control room activities and emergency situation. Adhere to all site safety protocols and participate in safety audits and toolbox talks. Report unsafe conditions and incidents promptly. Ensure compliance with project-specific and industry standards. Possess a technical diploma or equivalent in Process, Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering. Minimum 5-10 years in plant operations or commissioning, with hands-on ICSS operation experience. Proven experience with Schneider ICSS systems is highly desirable. Proven experience with Instrumentation systems (control valves, transmitters, DCS/PLC, ESD, F&G, analysers, HIPS). Proven experience with Control room operation experience. Strong understanding of process control systems, safety regulations, and operational procedures. Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ICSS-related software tools. Excellent communication, teamwork in a multicultural environment, and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic project environment. Fluent in English; or other language skills are a plus. Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. JOB-689aef9a160f0 Vacancy title:
Commissioning Panel Specialist Jobs at:
McDermott Deadline of this Job:
Saturday, August 23 2025 Duty Station:
Buliisa | bulisa | Uganda Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, August 12 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed JOB DETAILS: Job Overview: The Commissioning Panel Specialist will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective operation of plant systems during the commissioning and start-up phases using an Integrated Control and Safety System (ICSS) on the Tilenga Project in Uganda. Previous experience with Schneider ICSS is preferred. The position reports to the Commissioning Lead and the role ensures that all systems are tested as per commissioning execution plan, verified, and integrated in accordance with project specifications and safety standards. Responsibilities Key Tasks and Responsibilities: Commissioning systems Operations & Monitoring using ICSS - Operate and monitor local and control room workstations / panels as required during commissioning and start-up via the Schneider ICSS.
- Adjust process parameters (temperature, pressure, flow, level) to maintain optimal performance in line with the project operating manual and OTPs.
- Respond to alarms and initiate corrective actions as required.
- Ensure safe and efficient shutdown and start-up of the processing units and vendor packages where required.
- Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities for new systems and equipment.
- Conduct functional and performance testing of control systems and field devices.
- Participate in punch list resolution, and readiness reviews.
- Conduct pre-operational checks on electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation systems.
Troubleshooting & Optimization - Diagnose and resolve operational issues using ICSS tools in cooperation with Process / ICSS engineers.
- Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to resolve technical problems.
- Optimize process performance during commissioning and initial operations.
- Identify and resolve deviations from OTP and other commissioning / start-up procedures.
Supervision and Coordination - Work closely with multi-discipline commissioning engineers, field operators, and vendor representatives.
- Coordinate & guide commissioning and start-up field operatives through a clear and proper channel.
- Supervise subcontractor activities to ensure compliance with commissioning standards.
- Support training and mentoring of junior operators or new team members.
Documentation & Reporting / Safety & Compliance - Maintain accurate shift logs, test records, and commissioning documentation.
- Prepare daily reports on system status, anomalies, and progress.
- ICSS mimics records and change request to ICSS Engineer.
- P&ID redlining as required.
- Supervise the control room activities and emergency situation.
- Adhere to all site safety protocols and participate in safety audits and toolbox talks.
- Report unsafe conditions and incidents promptly.
- Ensure compliance with project-specific and industry standards.
Qualifications Essential Qualifications and Education: - Possess a technical diploma or equivalent in Process, Mechanical, Electrical, or Instrumentation Engineering.
- Minimum 5-10 years in plant operations or commissioning, with hands-on ICSS operation experience.
- Proven experience with Schneider ICSS systems is highly desirable.
- Proven experience with Instrumentation systems (control valves, transmitters, DCS/PLC, ESD, F&G, analysers, HIPS).
- Proven experience with Control room operation experience.
- Strong understanding of process control systems, safety regulations, and operational procedures.
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and ICSS-related software tools.
- Excellent communication, teamwork in a multicultural environment, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic project environment.
- Fluent in English; or other language skills are a plus.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Work Hours: 8 Experience in Months: 60 Level of Education: associate degree Job application procedure Interested and qualified? Click here to apply
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