I&C Engineer

Al Jomaih Energy and Water; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility and infrastructure company based in the UAE is seeking a qualified I & C Engineer for a greenfield CCGT project near Abu Dhabi. The role involves overseeing instrumentation and control systems to ensure adherence to industry standards. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation and Control Engineering, and 5-7 years of experience. This is a long-term position with a duration of approximately 36 to 40 months that offers an opportunity to impact groundbreaking projects in the power sector.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of proven experience as an I & C Engineer on power projects.
• Experience in combined-cycle projects is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee all I & C work by EPC contractors.
• Review and approve I & C installation and commissioning procedures.
• Participate in design reviews and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs).
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning of I & C systems.

Skills

Instrumentation and control principles

Project management

Communication skills

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation and Control Engineering

Tools

I & C design software

CAD tools

Job description

Company Overview

Al Jomaih Energy & Water (AEW) headquartered in Saudi Arabia, is a fast‑growing investor, lead developer, and operator of utility and infrastructure projects across KSA, GCC, Asia & North Africa, with investments in 6 GW of conventional and solar power plants and around 700,000 m³/day of water.

AEW was established in 2007 as a subsidiary of Al Jomaih Holding Company, a leading Saudi conglomerate with a legacy spanning over 80 years, focused on enabling sustainable, social, and economic progress in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and beyond.

At AEW, our mission is to tackle new technologies, solve complex problems, and leverage our expertise to unlock opportunities in the Power, Renewables & Water Sectors while driving impact for stakeholders across the value chain.

Role Profile – I & C Engineer

This greenfield CCGT project will create a 2,400 MW plant with ancillary equipment and associated infrastructure at a site approximately 50 km north‑east of Abu Dhabi. The Engineer will engage in the full lifecycle of the project, from design and engineering to construction and operation, in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Location: Taweelah, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Duration: Approx 36 to 40 months

Reporting Structure: Project Manager

Overview

The I & C Engineer will oversee instrumentation and control systems in the power project, ensuring design, installation and maintenance meet industry standards, regulations and project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee all I & C work by EPC contractor and subcontractors, ensuring adherence to project specifications, national and international standards (IEC, ISA) and HSE regulations.
• Review and approve I & C installation and commissioning procedures.
• Ensure alignment of I & C activities with project objectives and timelines.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, control philosophy reviews and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs).
• Review and comment on I & C drawings, instrument datasheets, loop diagrams, I/O lists and control logic documents.
• Coordinate interface issues with electrical, mechanical and other engineering disciplines.
• Act as focal point for I & C technical queries and non‑conformance issues.
• Support pre‑commissioning and commissioning of I & C systems, including loop checks, calibration and signal verifications.
• Verify compliance of DCS/SCADA systems and integration with plant systems.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities, inspections, deviations, and resolutions.
• Prepare weekly progress reports highlighting key risks, issues and achievements.
• Ensure traceability and compliance with QA/QC standards and support audits, inspections, and punch‑listing for I & C scope.

Safety & HSSE

• Accept responsibility for own and co‑workers' safety and safety of all personnel at the workplace.
• Participate in HSSE activities and help implement the ‘Incident and Injury Free’ philosophy.
• Stop unsafe acts or behaviors and report them to the line supervisor.
• Use, store and maintain issued PPE correctly.
• Follow safe work procedures, instructions and permit requirements.
• Attend toolbox meetings, HSSE meetings and relevant training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation and Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5‑7 years proven experience as an I & C Engineer on power projects.
• Experience in combined‑cycle projects is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation and control principles, practices and standards.
• Proficiency in I & C design software and CAD tools.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.