Control System Engineer

INTECH; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial automation firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a skilled Control System Engineer to provide technical expertise for control systems within the oil and gas sector. The ideal candidate will have a background in DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems, with at least 7–10 years of experience. Responsibilities include managing system upgrades, conducting vendor evaluations, and supporting system testing and integration. Join us for a transformative opportunity at the forefront of industry innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of relevant experience in control and automation systems within the oil & gas industry.
• Proven experience in DCS/PLC/SCADA system upgrades and migrations.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary engineering teams and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Participate in feasibility studies and detailed design reviews.
• Develop Scope of Work (SOW) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) packages.
• Conduct technical evaluation of vendor bids and recommend compliant solutions.

Skills

Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, OPC, Ethernet/IP, Profibus)

Excellent communication, coordination, and report-writing skills

Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Control Engineering

Tools

Yokogawa CENTUM VP

Honeywell Experion

Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley)

Job description

About The Position

INTECH Process Automation & Intelligence is seeking a skilled Control System Engineer to join our Operations & Maintenance (O&M) team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing technical expertise and engineering support for control and automation systems, including DCS, ESD, F&G, PLC, and SCADA systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in feasibility studies, conceptual and detailed design reviews for Control System evolution and upgrade activities (DCS, ESD, F&G, PLC).
• Develop Scope of Work (SOW), Request for Quotation (RFQ) packages, and technical specifications for system upgrade and replacement projects.
• Conduct technical evaluation of vendor bids, coordinate clarifications, and recommend technically compliant solutions.
• Review detailed engineering documents, such as system architecture, I / O lists, cause & effect charts, logic diagrams, and interface drawings.
• Supervise and support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and system commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for system integration, migration planning, and implementation while minimizing production downtime.
• Maintain as-built documentation, system backups, and configuration control.
• Provide troubleshooting and operational support for existing systems when required.

Systems in Scope

• DCS : Yokogawa CENTUM VP, Honeywell Experion
• PLC : Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley)
• SCADA / RTU Systems : Experience with remote data acquisition, RTU configuration, and integration with central control systems.
• Familiarity with systems from multiple OEMs including Yokogawa, Honeywell, Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric, Siemens, etc.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Control Engineering.
• Minimum 7–10 years of relevant experience in control and automation systems within the oil & gas industry, preferably with offshore operations exposure.
• Proven experience in DCS / PLC / SCADA system upgrades, migrations, and modernization projects.
• Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, OPC, Ethernet / IP, Profibus).
• Excellent communication, coordination, and report‑writing skills.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work with multidisciplinary engineering teams and vendors.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, reliability, and operational excellence.

Why Join INTECH Automation Intelligence?

At INTECH, you will have the opportunity to work with a globally renowned industrial automation and digitalization technology company. For nearly 30 years, INTECH has partnered with major oil and gas global giants to deliver innovative solutions. As we continue to lead in the Industry 4.0 era, you will be at the forefront of transformative technologies that solve real‑world challenges.

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