Senior Commissioning and Start-Up Subsea Controls Engineer at International Energy Services Limited (IESL)

Job Purpose

The Senior Commissioning and Start-Up Subsea Controls Engineer will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of commissioning activities for subsea control systems, ensuring safe integration with topside systems and readiness for hydrocarbon production. The role involves interfacing with engineering, construction, operations, and vendor teams to validate system functionality and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote Goal Zero Safety and Quality culture and drive compliance at the worksite
• Enforce HSE policies and procedures at company worksites
• Review and provide input to technical specification documents, P&IDs, and other detailed engineering documents for subsea control systems and interfacing systems
• Respond to SURF-related queries and technical clarification questions from contractors
• Provide expert support for SURF pre-commissioning and commissioning of subsea tieback projects
• Oversee testing and operations of subsea equipment including:
  • Master Control System (MCS)
  • Electrical Power Unit (EPU)
  • Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU)
  • EJB and TUPA systems
  • SCMs and Hardware Mounted Controls
  • Manifolds and subsea distribution units
  • Flowlines, umbilicals, and jumpers
  • Tubing hangers and Christmas trees
  • Associated transportation, storage, and installation aids
• Ensure all equipment complies with project specifications, procedures, design documentation, and approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITP)
• Develop and implement commissioning plans for subsea control systems including hydraulic, electrical, and communication interfaces
• Participate in Design Reviews, Technical Workshops, HAZIDs, HAZOPs, and other assigned meetings and reviews
• Interface with topsides systems (e.g., SSCB, chemical injection, lift gas, dead oil circulation) to ensure seamless integration

Location

Lagos, Nigeria