Testing & Commissioning Electrical Engineer – Airport EPC Project

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Testing & Commissioning Electrical Engineer to lead testing, commissioning, system integration and hand‑over activities on a major airport EPC construction project in Damascus. The role involves close coordination with multidisciplinary teams to ensure all electrical systems meet international standards and client requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Execute and supervise electrical testing and commissioning for airport LV/MV systems, substations, transformers, switchgear, generators, UPS, ATS/STS and protection equipment.
• Develop, review and implement commissioning plans, procedures, method statements, ITPs and schedules.
• Coordinate testing with MEP, ELV, BMS, fire & life safety, ICT and specialist airport systems.
• Support pre‑commissioning, energisation, functional, performance and integrated system testing.
• Analyse test results, maintain commissioning records, punch lists and hand‑over documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during testing, commissioning and start‑up phases.
• Liaise with electrical subcontractors, vendors, consultants, construction and engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, international standards and project quality procedures.
• Prepare as‑built drawings, O&M manuals, test certificates and final hand‑over dossiers.
• Report progress, risks and outstanding items to the Testing & Commissioning Manager.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in electrical testing and commissioning.
• At least 5 years of hands‑on commissioning experience on airport, aviation or large‑scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in EPC, airport or complex building projects.
• Strong knowledge of international electrical standards, testing procedures and hand‑over requirements.

Required skills

• LV/MV electrical systems, substations, transformers, switchgear, generators, UPS, ATS/STS.
• Protection systems, lighting, earthing and electrical distribution.
• Coordination with MEP, ELV, BMS, fire & life safety, ICT and specialist airport systems.
• Testing and commissioning procedures, ITPs and international standards.