Job summary

The testing & commissioning electrical engineer is responsible for planning, managing, and executing electrical testing and commissioning activities for MEP projects. The role includes evaluating test results, preparing technical documentation, and presenting findings to clients and consultants while ensuring compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and applicable industry standards.

The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on experience in testing medium- and low-voltage electrical systems and equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and execute electrical testing and commissioning activities in accordance with approved procedures and project schedules.
• Conduct insulation resistance, continuity, contact resistance, relay protection, primary and secondary injection, cable integrity, and functional tests.
• Analyze and evaluate test results, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare testing procedures, method statements, inspection checklists, commissioning reports, and as-built documentation.
• Coordinate testing activities with project teams, consultants, subcontractors, utility authorities, and clients.
• Witness inspections and testing with consultants and clients and obtain the necessary approvals.
• Ensure all testing activities comply with IEC, IEEE, local authority regulations, and project specifications.
• Support project handover by ensuring all testing documentation is complete and approved.
• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environment (HSE) requirements throughout all testing and commissioning activities.

Qualifications, experience & skills

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• Professional certifications in testing & commissioning are an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical testing and commissioning within MEP, power distribution, or construction projects.
• Proven hands-on experience in testing and commissioning of:
  • 11kV panels/switchgear
  • Power transformers
  • Ring main units (RMUs)
  • HV & LV cables
• Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, BS, and local electrical standards.
• Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, protection schemes, and electrical drawings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Proficient in using electrical testing equipment, including:
  • Insulation resistance testers (Megger)
  • Earth resistance testers
  • Primary & secondary injection test sets
  • Transformer test equipment
  • Cable fault and cable testing equipment
  • Digital multimeters and clamp meters