INSTRUMENTATION DESIGNER

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent oil and gas firm in Abu Dhabi is looking for an experienced Instrumentation Designer to support a major onshore project. The role involves developing key design deliverables, preparing material take-offs, and ensuring compliance with ADNOC standards. Candidates should have 5-8 years of experience in instrumentation design with a strong understanding of FEED and Detailed Design processes. Proficiency in relevant design software is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in instrumentation design, especially in oil and gas.
• Hands-on experience in FEED and Detailed Design.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop instrumentation design deliverables like layouts and drawings.
• Prepare material take-offs for instrumentation and installation.
• Ensure compliance with project HSE requirements.

Skills

Instrumentation design

Coordination with engineering teams

Compliance with ADNOC standards

Education

Diploma or Technical Certification in Instrumentation

Tools

AutoCAD

SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI/INtools)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Instrumentation Designer to join our team in Abu Dhabi for a major onshore oil and gas project. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the engineering phase including FEED and detailed design ensuring compliance with client standards and industry best practices.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop instrumentation design deliverables such as:
  • Instrument location layouts
  • Cable routing layouts
  • Junction box layouts
  • Hook-up drawings
  • Instrument installation details
  • Loop diagrams and wiring drawings
• Prepare material take-offs (MTO) for instrumentation and installation works
• Coordinate with engineering and other discipline teams to ensure design consistency
• Work closely with Instrumentation Engineers to translate technical requirements into design drawings
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards and project specifications
• Review vendor drawings and incorporate vendor data into design packages
• Participate in design reviews model reviews (if applicable) and interface meetings
• Ensure all designs comply with project HSE requirements

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience in instrumentation design with significant exposure to onshore oil and gas projects
• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience in FEED Detailed Engineering and Detailed Design
• Proficiency in relevant design software (AutoCAD SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI/INtools) or equivalent)
• Familiarity with international standards and ADNOC design specifications is highly desirable
• Diploma or Technical Certification in Instrumentation or related fieldStrong communication and coordination skills

VERTICAL: ENGINEERING