Commissioning Electrical Technician

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting the electrical commissioning of marine and offshore systems, ensuring installations and operations meet design specifications, safety standards, and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and work with electrical drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams, cable schedules, and equipment manuals.
• Perform visual inspections of electrical installations for compliance with project standards.
• Carry out continuity, insulation resistance (Megger), and earth bond testing on cables and equipment.
• Assist in start-up pre-checks, line walks, and punch list generation and clearance on marine E&I systems including ICSS, FGS, communications, lighting, telecom, MV/LV circuits.
• Conduct loop checks, functional tests, and operational verification of electrical systems.
• Perform load, short circuit, and protection relay testing where required.
• Coordinate with other trades (mechanical, piping, E&I) for pre-commissioning activities.
• Identify and troubleshoot electrical faults and non-conformities.
• Undertake shift-based watchkeeping to monitor marine mechanical and electrical systems.
• Accurately document test results, readings, and observations.
• Support the preparation of handover and close-out documentation as needed.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Certificate in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in marine/offshore commissioning or electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of marine E&I systems and testing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and manuals.
• Able to communicate effectively in English and Chinese to liaise with Chinese-speaking clients and counterparts.
• Familiarity with international standards (e.g., IEC, IMO) is an advantage.
• Willing to work in offshore/yard environments and perform shift duties.