Commissioning Mechanical Specialist – Rotating Equipment

About the role

Shanahan Engineering is seeking a Commissioning Mechanical Specialist focused on rotating equipment for a large refinery commissioning project in Saudi Arabia. The role ensures that all pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities are executed safely, on schedule, and in line with the OPERCOM® methodology.

Key responsibilities

• Prioritise Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) throughout all activities.
• Coordinate and approve the quality and completeness of commissioning deliverables.
• Assist Commissioning Unit leaders in witnessing and monitoring pre‑commissioning and commissioning tasks.
• Review pre‑commissioning dossiers and ensure proper equipment care by the EPCC contractor.
• Monitor all rotating equipment commissioning activities and comment on operational test procedures.
• Liaise with cross‑functional teams to ensure a smooth transition from commissioning to start‑up.

Required profile

• Engineer‑level education or higher.
• Minimum 10 years of experience with rotating equipment in a petrochemical environment.
• Strong knowledge of EPCC contract management and OPERCOM® methodology.
• Methodical, organised, team‑oriented and fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.
• Broad experience covering rotating equipment and HVAC systems.

Required skills

• ICAPS©
• EPCC contract management
• OPERCOM®
• Rotating Equipment