Principal Engineer - Commissioning

Do you want to play a role in solving global energy challenges for future generations?

At Aker Solutions we are committed to helping the energy industry and broader society #PowerTheChange towards a low-carbon future.

We are changemakers and problem solvers with more than 180 years of experience. Our ambitions are high. By 2030, renewables and low-carbon solutions for oil and gas will make up two-thirds of our business. Do you want to be a part of driving the transition?

We are looking for a Principal Commissioning Engineer. This role will initially be on rotation in Norway followed by a UK offshore rotation for the hook-up.

What will you be doing?

• Provide commissioning expertise for named project. Deputy to Commissioning Lead (as required).
• Demonstrate HSE Leadership.
• Ensure that health, safety and environmental (HSE) aspects are thoroughly assessed, planned, implemented and followed up for all commissioning project activities.
• Good knowledge and application of PEM for commissioning work scope in the project.
• Support Commissioning Lead with planning, preparation, organization and execution of commissioning activities in the project.
• Define clear system limits (LOSH) and boundary drawings.
• Lead commissioning tasks within the project to ensure timely delivery.
• Establish project philosophies and strategies for commissioning and implement them in the early design to facilitate execution of completion.
• Establish governing documents, procedures and work instructions as required for commissioning in the project.
• Work closely with Completions to define ITRs on appropriate completions tool i.e. GOC, MIPS etc.
• Review and ensure that SAT, FAT and commissioning procedures are of good quality and Independent Verifying Body requirements are met.
• Provide input to MPP to define appropriate organization with sufficient manpower for commissioning activities on FATs and site execution.
• Ensure clear interfaces with all disciplines, suppliers and subcontractors for commissioning scope of work.
• Monitoring and reporting of budget, progress and quality of commissioning activities.
• Participate in risk management.

We think you should have:

• Ability to lead and motivate people.
• Comprehensive knowledge of onshore and offshore commissioning.
• Ability to work through others in the achievement of defined end results.
• Ability to be persuasive to guide and influence resources of different disciplines and backgrounds.
• Proven track record in collaborating & influencing.
• Able to demonstrate extensive onshore and offshore commissioning experience (minimum 10 years experience).
• Degree in relevant engineering discipline.
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent command of verbal and writing English.
• Solution oriented with ability to balance strategic and hands-on approach.
• Independent with the ability to initiate action and influence stakeholders.
• Exceptional team leader.
• Ability to strive with a “bold can-do-attitude.”
• Aligned to Aker Solutions’ values.

More reasons to work with us:

• Professional development and excellent career opportunities with the chance to work on a wide variety of projects.
• A healthy work-life balance with flexible working conditions throughout the different phases of your life journey.
• Competitive pay and benefits with excellent pension and insurance schemes as well as private health services.
• Additional benefits including, bike2work scheme, access to Sanctus coaching, contribution to gym and sporting activity.
• Possibility to work remotely/from home 1-3 days per week.

Interested? Contact us.

For more information about the position, please contact: Leisha Milne, Email:

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