FIELD INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UAE is seeking a detail-oriented Field Instrumentation Engineer to support field execution and coordinate between teams for Oil & Gas projects. The role requires overseeing the installation and commissioning of control systems, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and resolving technical issues on-site. A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field are required.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of relevant experience in field instrumentation in Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry.
• Strong knowledge of hazardous area classification (ATEX, IECEx) and international codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the site focal point for all field instrumentation and control systems installation.
• Liaise with design offices and vendors for timely resolution of technical issues.

Skills

Field instrumentation and control systems

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical, or Control Engineering

Tools

SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI/INtools)

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Field Instrumentation Engineer to support field execution and coordinate between design procurement and construction teams for Oil & Gas projects. The role focuses on ensuring instrumentation and control systems are installed, tested, and commissioned in line with design requirements, project standards, and construction schedules. This position plays a critical role in resolving technical issues on-site and driving seamless integration between engineering deliverables and field execution.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as the site focal point for all field instrumentation and control systems installation and integration activities.
• Interpret and implement Instrumentation IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings, data sheets, hook-up diagrams, loop diagrams, cable schedules, and wiring diagrams.
• Support and coordinate with construction teams on installation of:
• Field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level, etc.)
• Control valves, actuators
• Instrument junction boxes and marshaling panels
• Cable laying, glanding, and termination
• Review and coordinate resolution of technical queries (TQs) and RFIs related to instrumentation scope.
• Liaise with design offices, vendors, and construction subcontractors for timely resolution of technical issues and interface challenges.
• Verify and supervise instrument calibration, loop checking, and functional testing at the site.
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning teams by ensuring instrument systems are ready for energization and integration into control systems (e.g., DCS/PLC/ESD/F&G).
• Ensure all instrumentation works comply with engineering standards, project specifications, HSE practices, and QA/QC requirements.
• Maintain and update as-built documentation, red-line markups, and commissioning records.
• Participate in inspections, punch listing, and handover processes.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical, or Control Engineering.
• 8-12 years of relevant experience in field instrumentation in Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry.
• Strong knowledge of Field instrumentation and control systems, Hazardous area classification (ATEX, IECEx)
• Strong knowledge of International codes and standards (ISA, IEC, API, NEC/NEMA)
• Experience with instrumentation design packages, wiring diagrams, loop drawings.
• Familiar with tools such as SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI/INtools), AutoCAD, and MS Office.
• Experience coordinating with DCS/PLC vendors (e.g., Emerson, ABB, Siemens, Honeywell).
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in onshore terminals, offshore platforms, or LNG facilities. (Preferred)
• Previous involvement in EPC or brownfield projects. (Preferred)
• Familiarity with ICSS (Integrated Control and Safety Systems) and safety instrumentation (SIS, ESD, F&G). (Preferred)
• Certification in EX (Explosion-Proof) equipment or Functional Safety (IEC 61511) is a plus. (Preferred)