Senior Instrument Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

• Bachelor’s or Masters degree in Instrumentation / Electronics Engineering from a reputed university.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in the Oil & Gas industry during Concept, Select, Design and EPC stages of various onshore and offshore projects, experience on offshore projects is essential.
• Fluency in English Language.
• Conversant with relevant International Code & Standards and ADNOC standards related to engineering and in general Oil & Gas industry.
• Good knowledge of all Field Instrumentation, Instrument sizing calculations and Control Systems such as ICSS (DCS/ESD/F&G), Wellhead Control Panels, HIPPS, Metering and other packages in Oil & Gas projects.
• Capable of producing and reviewing required Instrumentation engineering deliverables for all stages of projects
• Familiar with inter-discipline coordination and document review requirements.
• Participate and provide instrument inputs for P&IDs, C&E, HAZOP, SIL studies, 3D Model reviews and various other Project Workshops.
• Familiar with Instrument engineering and general software’s such as Instrucalc, AVEVA, SPI and MS Office etc.
  

Job Description

Job purpose & Scope:

• Provide technical expertise to the Company on “Instrumentation & Control Engineering” for
• various Offshore Projects.
• Participate in the update/preparation of Instrumentation specifications and standards for the
• Company.
• Provide engineering support for all Projects executed by “Engineering & Projects” department.
• Ensure design optimization and application of correct international and ADNOC codes and
• standards in various Company’s projects and studies.
• Be a good team member and Coordinate/interact with Company project management team,
• site personnel & various outside consultants for the successful and smooth execution of the projects

Desired candidate profile

• Instrumentation Design and Specification

  • Lead the design and specification of process instrumentation systems, including sensors, transmitters, controllers, and actuators.
  • Ensure the correct selection and sizing of instruments for various applications based on project requirements.
  • Develop and review detailed technical specifications, drawings, and documentation for instrumentation systems.
  • Ensure that designs meet regulatory standards, safety requirements, and operational needs.

• Control Systems and Automation

  • Oversee the design and implementation of control systems, including Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC).
  • Work closely with control system engineers to integrate instrumentation into the overall automation and control system of the facility.
  • Ensure that control systems are robust, reliable, and optimized for operational efficiency and safety.

• Project Management and Execution

  • Manage and lead instrumentation projects, from initial design through to commissioning and final handover.
  • Develop and monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
  • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines (e.g., electrical, mechanical, civil) to ensure that the instrumentation system integrates smoothly with the overall project.
  • Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and team members, ensuring high standards in design, installation, and troubleshooting.

• System Integration and Testing

  • Oversee the integration of instrumentation into the larger control system, ensuring seamless operation and minimal downtime during startup.
  • Perform testing and calibration of instruments, including loop checks, functional testing, and performance verification.
  • Work with commissioning teams to ensure the proper functioning of the instrumentation system and resolve any issues that arise during startup.

• Maintenance and Support

  • Provide ongoing support for installed instrumentation systems, troubleshooting and resolving issues related to performance, calibration, and reliability.
  • Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure that instruments are properly maintained and calibrated.
  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for instrumentation systems to minimize downtime and maximize operational efficiency.

• Compliance and Safety

  • Ensure that all instrumentation designs and installations comply with industry standards, codes, and regulations (e.g., ISA, IEC, NFPA, ATEX).
  • Perform safety assessments and hazard analyses related to instrumentation systems, ensuring that systems meet safety requirements such as SIL (Safety Integrity Level).
  • Maintain documentation for safety and compliance audits, including inspection and calibration records.

• Continuous Improvement and Innovation

  • Continuously monitor industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in instrumentation and automation to improve system designs and operational performance.
  • Recommend and implement new instrumentation technologies and techniques that can improve system reliability, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Analyze system performance data to identify areas for improvement and propose solutions.