I&C Technical Lead - Nuclear

Egis Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering and consulting firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced I&C Technical Lead to develop and lead instrumentation and control activities related to nuclear maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and over 7 years of experience in I&C maintenance at a nuclear power plant, along with strong technical expertise in DCS and PLC systems. This role involves overseeing I&C activities, mentoring team members, and collaborating with various engineering teams on outage planning and execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years in I&C maintenance, and leadership roles at a nuclear power plant.
• Strong technical expertise in I&C systems, sensors, transmitters, actuators, and control loops.
• In-depth knowledge of DCS, PLC, and process automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement work packages, procedures, and schedules for I&C activities.
• Lead and supervise I&C maintenance activities as per the planned schedule.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all related work packages.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and team members.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, Radiation Protection, and Procurement teams.

Skills

I&C systems maintenance

Leadership

Technical expertise in sensors and actuators

DCS and PLC knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About Us

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group's operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis' long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

About the Role

Summary:

I&C Technical Lead will develop and prepare the scope of work for all instrumentation and control activities related to nuclear outage maintenance. The role ensures the team's direction and oversight for all preventive and corrective maintenance, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, and modifications of instrumentation and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement work packages, procedures, and schedules for I&C activities.
• Lead and supervise I&C maintenance activities as per the planned schedule.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the preparation, planning, execution, and closeout of all related work packages to meet outage milestones.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to resolve operational issues and implement modifications.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and team members on I&C systems maintenance and operations.
• Support outage planning, execution, and post-outage evaluations related to valves.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, Radiation Protection, and Procurement teams to ensure situational awareness and alignment on outage schedules.
• Lead the development and implementation of scheduling processes, resolve conflicts, and ensure clear communication with all stakeholders.
• Provide technical support and guidance to I&C team members as needed.
• Work with contractors and vendors to ensure quality and timely delivery of services.

What do we need from you

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years in I&C maintenance, and leadership roles at a nuclear power plant.
• Strong technical expertise in I&C; systems, sensors, transmitters, actuators, and control loops.
• In-depth knowledge of DCS, PLC, and process automation.