Principal Engineer - Commissioning

At Aker Solutions we are committed to helping the energy industry and broader society #PowerTheChange towards a low-carbon future.

We are changemakers and problem solvers with more than 180 years of experience. Our ambitions are high. By 2030, renewables and low-carbon solutions for oil and gas will make up two-thirds of our business. Do you want to be a part of driving the transition?

We are looking for a Principal Commissioning Engineer. This role will initally be on rotation in Norway followed by a UK offshore rotation for the hook-up. 

• Provide commissioning expertise for named project. Deputy to Commissioning Lead (as required).

• Demonstrate HSE Leadership.
• Ensure that health, safety and environmental (HSE) aspects are thoroughly assessed, planned, implemented and followed up for all commissioning project activities.
• Good knowledge and application of PEM for commissioning work scope in the project.
• Support Commissioning Lead with planning, preparation, organization and execution of commissioning activities in the project.
• Define clear system limits (LOSH) and boundary drawings.
• Lead commissioning tasks within the project to ensure timely delivery.
• Establish project philosophies and strategies for commissioning and implement them in the early design to facilitate execution of completion.
• Establish governing documents, procedures and work instructions as required for commissioning in the project.
• Work closely with Completions to define ITRs on appropriate completions tool i.e. GOC, MIPS etc.
• Review and ensure that SAT, FAT and commissioning procedures are of good quality and Independent Verifying Body requirements are met.
• Provide input to MPP to define appropriate organization with sufficient manpower for commissioning activities on FATs and site execution.
• Ensure clear interfaces with all disciplines, suppliers and subcontractors for commissioning scope of work.
• Monitoring and reporting of budget, progress and quality of commissioning activities.
• Participate in risk management.

• Ability to lead and motivate people.
• Comprehensive knowledge of onshore and offshore commissioning.
• Ability to work through others in the achievement of defined end results.
• Ability to be persuasive to guide and influence resources of different disciplines and backgrounds.
• Proven track record in collaborating & influencing.
• Able to demonstrate extensive onshore and offshore commissioning experience (minimum 10 years experience).
• Degree in relevant engineering discipline.
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent command of verbal and writing English.
• Solution oriented with ability to balance strategic and hands-on approach.
• Independent with the ability to initiate action and influence stakeholders.
• Exceptional team leader.
• Ability to strive with a “bold can-do-attitude”.
• Aligned to Aker Solutions’ values.

• Professional development and excellent career opportunities with the chance to work on wide variety of projects
• A healthy work-life balance with flexible working conditions throughout the different phases of your life journey
• Competitive pay and benefits with excellent pension and insurance schemes as well as private health services
• Additional benefits including, bike2work scheme, access to Sanctus coaching, contribution to gym and sporting activity
• Possibility to work remotely/from home 1-3 days per week

For more information about the position, please contact: Leisha Milne, Email: leisha.milne@akersolutions.com

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This is Aker Solutions

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,000 people in more than 15 countries.