Commissioning Technician (Mechanical)

About Alpin and the Role

Alpin Limited, a leading sustainability consultant with global headquarters in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi, is seeking a Commissioning Technician (Mechanical) to join its team in Riyadh. This full-time role involves contributing to the transformation of the built environment through innovative commissioning, sustainability, and climate change solutions. The successful candidate will report directly to the Commissioning Manager and will play a key role in ensuring the proper functioning of mechanical systems in various projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Commissioning Consultants and Authorities on new construction, retro-commissioning, and energy efficiency retrofit projects.
• Conduct site inspections of HVAC, Plumbing, Drainage, and Firefighting installations to verify adherence to approved drawings and specifications.
• Perform hands-on testing of mechanical systems, including pre-functional checks and functional performance tests.
• Witness and verify contractor testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) work, including air and water flow measurements.
• Install and retrieve stand-alone data loggers, and collect trend data from building automation systems to identify operational issues.
• Take field measurements using commissioning instruments (*, anemometers, balometers, pressure gauges, thermometers, power meters) and ensure instruments are calibrated and maintained.
• Complete pre-functional checklists, functional test forms, and field reports accurately and on time.
• Record and track issues and punch list items on site, following up with contractors until resolution.
• Assist with site walks for Construction to Startup and Startup to Client turnovers.
• Collect and organize commissioning forms, test records, O&M manuals, and project close-out documents for review.
• Maintain detailed and accurate project records, including data, photos, documentation, and progress reports.
• Coordinate with contractors on site to schedule tests and confirm system readiness.
• Report site progress, test results, and observed problems to the Commissioning Consultant or Commissioning Manager.
• Assist with commissioning tasks required for Estidama/Mostadam and LEED ratings.
• Adhere to site safety procedures and wear required PPE at all times.
• Perform other duties as directed to support project activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• 2-5 years of practical experience in commissioning.
• Demonstrated experience with HVAC, Plumbing, Drainage, and Firefighting systems.
• Working knowledge of ASHRAE commissioning practices.
• Exposure to Estidama and/or LEED projects is considered an advantage.

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Accountability

All employees are responsible for adhering to Alpin's Integrated Management System and familiarizing themselves with the company's Environmental Impact Assessment. A commitment to minimizing individual environmental impact and acting within legal responsibilities, as well as the Company’s Quality, Environment, and Health & Safety policies, is required. Employees must be familiar with the Company’s Integrated Management System’s policies and procedures.