Junior Instrumentation Engineer

WorleyParsons; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley is hiring a Junior Instrumentation Engineer in Abu Dhabi for Oil & Gas projects. The role supports instrumentation and control activities across design, engineering, construction, pre-commissioning and commissioning phases, under senior engineers.

You will help develop datasheets, take part in reviews, and ensure compliance with project specs and HSE requirements. UAE GCC experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (or equivalent) from an accredited university.
• 3+ years in Oil & Gas or Petrochemical, including 2+ years in GCC region.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instrument datasheets, I/O lists, alarm/trip schedules, loop diagrams, hook-up drawings and instrument layouts.
• Assist selection and specification of field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level, valves, analyzers).
• Support DCS, ESD, PLC, F&G, SCADA and other control and safety systems.
• Review P&IDs, control philosophies, cause & effect diagrams and functional design specifications.
• Prepare material requisitions, technical specs, instrument calculations and deliverables.
• Review vendor drawings and contractor submissions; coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Telecom, HSE, Construction.
• Participate in HAZOP, SIL, design reviews and 3D model reviews; support site inspections and commissioning.
• Ensure instrumentation activities comply with IEC/ISA standards, ADNOC/client specs and QA/HSE requirements.

Skills

Instrumentation

Control systems

DCS/PLC/SCADA

HSE awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description - Junior Instrumentation Engineer (ABU02F1)

Company : Worley

Job

Instrumentation and Controls

Schedule

Full-time

Employment Type : Employee

Job Posting

Sep 23, 2026

Unposting Date

Oct 23, 2026

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Job Purpose

The Junior Instrumentation Engineer will support instrumentation and control engineering activities for Oil & Gas projects covering design, engineering, construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases. The role will assist senior engineers in the development and review of instrumentation systems while ensuring compliance with project specifications, HSE requirements, applicable standards, and ADNOC/client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support preparation and review of instrument datasheets, instrument index, I/O lists, alarm and trip schedules, loop diagrams, hook-up drawings, and instrument layouts.
• Assist in the selection and specification of field instruments including pressure, temperature, flow, level, control valves, analyzers, and associated instrumentation.
• Support engineering activities related to DCS, ESD, PLC, F&G, SCADA, and other control and safety systems.
• Assist in reviewing P&IDs, control philosophies, cause & effect diagrams, logic diagrams, and functional design specifications.
• Support preparation of material requisitions, technical specifications, instrument calculations, and engineering deliverables.
• Assist senior engineers in reviewing vendor drawings, technical documents, and contractor submissions.
• Coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Telecom, HSE, Construction, and other engineering disciplines.
• Participate in HAZOP, SIL, design reviews, 3D model reviews, and interdisciplinary coordination meetings as required.
• Support resolution of instrumentation-related technical queries during engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Participate in site inspections, instrument installation checks, loop checking, calibration, functional testing, and system walkdowns.
• Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and performance testing activities for instrumentation and control systems.
• Assist in maintaining engineering documents, technical records, deliverable registers, and action trackers.
• Ensure instrumentation activities comply with applicable IEC/ISA standards, ADNOC/client specifications, project procedures, QA/QC, and HSE requirements.
• Participate in technical training, mentoring, and competency-development programs as part of the UAE National development program.

Qualification & Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering or equivalent from an accredited university
• Minimum of three (3+) years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry including minimum two (2) years in GCC region.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.