QatarEnergy is hiring a Senior Commissioning Engineer for Instrumentation and Controls on a contract basis. The job is based in Doha, Qatar. The role covers the commissioning of instrumentation and control systems for major oil and gas projects, from planning and testing through to start-up and handover to operations.
About the role
The engineer leads the technical side of commissioning. You will work closely with project teams, contractors and operations staff to make sure every activity is carried out safely, efficiently and in line with project specifications, industry standards and HSE requirements. You will also lead commissioning technicians and coordinate teams from different disciplines, following approved engineering designs, construction schedules and operational needs. The aim is a smooth move from project execution to full operation, with safety, quality, schedule and cost goals all met.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the planning, testing, commissioning, start-up and handover of instrumentation and control systems.
- Oversee system completion, inspection, testing, preservation, verification and performance validation.
- Support operational readiness so that facilities are safe and reliable when they enter service.
- Manage contractors and keep multidisciplinary teams working together.
Experience required
- At least 10 years in design, construction, commissioning and start-up of I&C systems for oil and gas processing and production facilities, onshore or offshore. Experience with EPIC contracting companies is preferred, including at least 8 years as an I&C engineer.
- At least 15 years of overall experience in the oil and gas industry.
- Experience in operations, maintenance, pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up and handover.
- Extensive experience with I&C systems for offshore production and remote wellhead facilities, including field instrumentation, integrated control and safety systems (DCS, SIS and FGS), remote wellhead telemetry, fibre optic communications, multiphase flow meters, fire and gas systems, firefighting systems and cybersecurity tests.
- Knowledge of functional safety, including SIL assessment and verification and LOPA.
- Hands-on use of a completions management system.
- Experience witnessing or carrying out FAT and SAT for I&C equipment and performance tests.
- Familiarity with risk management methods such as HAZOP, HAZID and SIMOPS.
Education and certificates
- A bachelor degree in Instrumentation, Electronics and Instrumentation, Electronics and Communication, or Electrical Engineering from a recognised university.
- Chartered Engineer status is preferred.
- Offshore survival training (BOSIET or FOET, plus CA-EBS) is preferred.
Skills
- Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across several engineering disciplines.
- Contractor management skills.
- Good IT and analytical skills, and the ability to work well under pressure.
This is a senior technical role that suits an experienced commissioning specialist who can lead people, manage contractors and take responsibility for safety and quality on major oil and gas projects.
Source: the official careers page of QatarEnergy, checked on 5 November 2026. Apply only through the employer’s official link in “How to apply”. Genuine employers never ask for money to hire you.
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