About the Organisation

McDermott International Ltd is a global leader in engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI) services for the energy industry. With over a century of experience, McDermott delivers innovative and sustainable solutions for complex offshore and onshore projects, specializing in oil and gas exploration, refining, petrochemical production, and renewable energy. Committed to safety, quality, and environmental stewardship, the company ensures projects meet the highest standards.

Leveraging advanced technologies and a skilled workforce, McDermott operates in key energy markets worldwide, forming strategic partnerships and driving continuous improvement. Its portfolio includes landmark projects showcasing its ability to tackle large-scale engineering challenges. For more information, visit www.mcdermott.com.

Job Summary

The Commissioning Instrument and Control Specialist (TIL) at McDermott will assist the Commissioning Instrument Superintendent in executing safe and efficient pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and performance testing for the Tilenga Project’s Central Processing Facility in Uganda. The role focuses on instrument and control activities, ensuring compliance with the Commissioning Execution Plan.

Roles, Duties, and Responsibilities

Collaborate within the project team and with the client to maintain positive relationships
Supervise pre-commissioning activities for instrument equipment, including pre-energization checks and repair/refurbishment during commissioning and operations
Supervise commissioning activities on instrumented systems and equipment packages for test runs and performance tests
Execute the Loop Testing program in the assigned area
Record completion of instrument/control activities and ensure records are passed to the Systems Completion team for database entry
Participate in walkdown inspections, punch listing, and clearing/reinstatement of instrument systems
Plan daily activities based on schedule, procedures, and available work fronts
Coordinate with the E&I subcontractor for all pre-commissioning activities
Ensure issuance of Permits to Work (PTW) and Job Safety Analysis for instrument commissioning activities
Coordinate with equipment manufacturers and suppliers for instrument pre-commissioning, commissioning, and repair procedures
Assist in vendor coordination for Site Acceptance Tests (SATs) and initial start-up
Supervise safe and effective utilization of materials, equipment, and personnel in the instrument/control team
Ensure quality and quantity of work performed by the instrument/control team
Redline as-built instrument drawings for pre-commissioning and commissioning in compliance with project procedures
Comply with company policies, procedures, and safe working practices

Qualifications, Education, and Competencies

Preferably a diploma in Engineering or similar
Minimum of 5 years’ experience within a contractor organization as a commissioning instrument supervisor/specialist
Pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up experience on at least 3 major EPC projects in the refinery, oil, and gas industry
Preferred experience with Fire & Gas Detection, MMS, LDS, Analyser & Sampling, Tank Gauging, and HIPS
Knowledge of Distributed Control Systems, Emergency Shutdown Systems, Fire and Gas, and Programmable Logic Controllers is highly desirable
Experience with large rotating machinery equipment packages (e.g., turbines, pumps, compressors)
Broad technical knowledge of construction and completion activities
Preferred knowledge of Completions Management System
Knowledge of OPERCOM and ICAPS on a large oil and gas project is a plus
Ability to communicate technical solutions and concepts to engineers and non-engineers
Strong computer skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as a minimum
Strong English communication skills (oral and written); second language is a plus