Instrumentation and Control Lead Engineer

Dhafir Technologies L.L.C.; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Dhafir Technologies L.L.C. seeks an experienced I&C Lead Engineer to design, develop, and implement instrumentation and control systems for petrochemical projects. You will lead the I&C team, review designs, and ensure compliance with ISA/IEC standards.

The role requires 10+ years in instrumentation and control, strong leadership, and proficiency with AutoCAD, PLCs, and DCS systems. Willingness to travel to project sites in oil & gas environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering, / Electrical & Instrumentation, UAE Equivalency mandatory
• Master in Instrumentation Engineering / PE license or equivalent certification preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering, focus on petrochemical projects
• Strong knowledge of ISA, IEC, ANSI standards
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, PLC programming, DCS systems
• Excellent project management and leadership skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the I&C engineering team to ensure successful delivery of project milestones
• Develop project schedules and ensure adherence to timelines and budgets
• Coordinate with project managers, procurement, construction, and other engineering disciplines
• Develop and review detailed design specifications, engineering documents, and drawings
• Select instrumentation and control systems and components to meet project requirements
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols
• Review vendor offers, prepare Vendor Technical Clarifications and Technical Bid Evaluations
• Hands-on experience in conceptual and detail engineering for field instrumentation, control, monitoring, and safety systems (DCS, ESD, F&G) in onshore/offshore environments; telecommunication systems knowledge is desirable
• Prepare instrumentation deliverables (specifications, datasheets, logic diagrams)
• Check sizing calculations for valves, flow meters, and power systems
• Provide technical guidance and risk assessments
• Coordinate with vendors and clients to progress design scopes
• Develop testing and commissioning plans and ensure calibration and operation of equipment
• Prepare comprehensive project documentation and progress reports
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical skills

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering / Electrical & Instrumentation

Master's degree / PE license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC programming

DCS systems

Instrumentation software

Job description

The Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Lead Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of instrumentation and control systems for petrochemical / industrial projects. This role involves overseeing all aspects of instrumentation and control engineering, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and coordinating with other engineering disciplines to achieve project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead and manage the I&C engineering team to ensure the successful delivery of project milestones.
• Develop project schedules and ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate with project managers, procurement, construction, and other engineering disciplines.

Design and Development

• Develop and review detailed design specifications, engineering documents, and drawings.
• Select appropriate instrumentation and control systems and components to meet project requirements.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Review Instrumentation and Control Systems Vendors offers, prepare Vendor Technical Clarifications and prepare Technical Bid Evaluation reports.
• Hands on experience of multi-disciplinary projects in Concept, and Detail Engineering of field Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring and Safety Shutdown Systems, including DCS, ESD and F&G, in the onshore / offshore O&G and petrochemical environment. Additionally, a practical design knowledge of Telecommunication Systems including CCTV, ACS, PA/GA, Control Systems Networks, Local Area Networks and Telephone Systems is desirable.
• Preparation of Instrumentation engineering deliverables including Specifications, Instrument Datasheets, Logic Diagrams etc.
• Check sizing calculations for Control Valves, Flow Meters, Pneumatic & Hydraulic Power Systems.

Technical Expertise

• Provide technical guidance and support to the I&C engineering team.
• Conduct technical reviews and risk assessments.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively when managing multiple tasksMust be self-motivated, results oriented, and be flexible to work well under tight schedules in a fast paced multi-disciplinary team environment
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Excellent problem solving, initiative and analytical skills
• Good oral and written English skills able to produce fluent Documents, Reports, and Technical Notes

Stake-holder Management

• Liaise with the Instrument Designers, vendors, and sub-contractors to ensure timely delivery and quality of instrumentation and control systems.
• Manage interface meetings with Clients and Vendors to progress design scopes
• Evaluate and approve vendor proposals and technical documents.

Testing and Commissioning

• Develop and oversee testing and commissioning plans for instrumentation and control systems.
• Ensure proper calibration, installation, and functioning of all instrumentation and control equipment.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including specifications, reports, as-built drawings and close-out reports.
• Provide regular progress reports to project stakeholders.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure all instrumentation and control activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Promote a culture of safety within the engineering team and across the project site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering, / Electrical & Instrumentation, or a related field. UAE Equivalency Certificate for the degree is mandatory
• Master in Instrumentation Engineering / Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering, with a focus on petrochemical projects.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards (e.g., ISA, IEC, ANSI).
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD, PLC programming, DCS systems).
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Work Environment

• This position may require work in both office and field settings.
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.