The Loop Testing Supervisor is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all loop testing and pre/post commissioning activities for instrumentation and control systems. This includes supervising technicians, ensuring accurate and timely execution of loop checks, troubleshooting issues, coordinating with control system teams, and ensuring all documentation and safety compliance requirements are met.
Team Supervision & Task Allocation – Assign daily loop testing activities, supervise teams, and monitor progress and quality.
Coordination with Control System Engineers – Interface with DCS/PLC teams for signal testing, logic validation, and system readiness.
QA/QC & Handover Documentation – Ensure test records, redline drawings, and loop folders are properly maintained and signed off.
Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution – Oversee field issue resolution related to wiring, I/O configuration, signal failures, or instrument misbehavior.
Safety & Compliance – Enforce permit-to-work systems, safety procedures, and adherence to project commissioning standards.
Supervise execution of analog and digital loop checks from field devices to DCS/PLC/ESD systems.
Coordinate manpower, tools, and loop folders to meet daily commissioning targets.
Review loop drawings, I/O lists, and cause & effect charts to plan execution sequences.
Validate functional testing of safety interlocks, alarms, control responses, and shutdown sequences.
Lead troubleshooting for communication errors, loop mismatches, or failed responses.
Ensure completion of test documentation and prepare loop folders for QA/QC sign-off and client handover.
Report progress, issues, and punch list items to the commissioning manager and ensure timely resolution.
Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Control Systems Engineering.
6–10 years of experience in loop testing and instrumentation commissioning, including 2+ years in a supervisory role.
Strong experience with DCS, PLC, and ESD systems from major vendors (e.g., Siemens, Emerson, ABB, Honeywell).
Proficient in interpreting loop diagrams, I/O layouts, logic drawings, and P&IDs.
Strong leadership, planning, and organizational skills.
Expert knowledge of loop testing tools, techniques, and documentation requirements.
Excellent troubleshooting ability in live commissioning environments.
High commitment to safety, accuracy, and quality control.
Strong communication skills for coordination across departments and contractors.