Lead Instrumentation & Control Engineer

Worley; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Lead I&C Engineer to provide advanced instrumentation and control engineering for ADNOC oil and gas projects across FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC and PMC phases. You will lead design reviews, coordinate with disciplines, and ensure compliance with ADNOC standards and international codes.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 15+ years in oil & gas, with at least 5 years in GCC on major projects and offshore experience. Travel to site may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 15+ years’ experience in Oil & Gas or Petrochemical.
• Minimum 5 years in a similar position on major Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects.
• ADNOC project experience is required.
• Offshore project experience is required.
• PMC experiences are preferable.
• Experience in FEED & EPC Phases is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and review Instrumentation and Control engineering deliverables for oil & gas projects.
• Review and approval of Instrument Index, I/O List, Control philosophies, Cause & Effect diagrams, instrument datasheets, hook-up drawings, cable schedules, loop drawings, JB schedules, and control system architecture drawings.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, IEC, ISA, API, and international engineering practices.
• Review FEED and Detailed Engineering deliverables prepared by EPC contractors.
• Participate in design development and technical clarification meetings.
• Support optimization of control systems, field instrumentation, and automation philosophies.
• Review DCS, ESD, F&G, SCADA, and PLC system engineering documents.
• Coordinate with telecom, electrical, process, and mechanical for interfaces.
• Review system integration philosophies and control narratives.
• Evaluate SIL classification studies, alarm management, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Review FAT/SAT procedures and vendor documentation.
• Coordinate with package vendors for instrumentation and control requirements.
• Monitor EPC contractor progress and provide engineering guidance.
• Participate in HAZOP, SIL, constructability, and design review workshops.
• Coordinate with ADNOC and PMC teams for engineering approvals.

Skills

DCS/ESD/F&G

Smart field instrumentation

SIL & Functional Safety

Control system architecture

Industrial communication

Instrument sizing

ADNOC specs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SPI

Aveva

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

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.

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 Lead I&C Engineer shall provide advanced engineering expertise for Instrumentation and Control systems during FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, and PMC phases of ADNOC projects. The role is primarily engineering-focused with limited involvement in construction support activities. The engineer will be responsible for design review, engineering coordination, technical assurance, vendor management, and compliance with ADNOC standards, international codes, and project specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Design

• Lead and review Instrumentation and Control engineering deliverables for oil & gas projects.
• Review and approval:
• Instrument Index
• I/O List
• Control philosophies
• Cause & Effect diagrams
• Instrument datasheets
• Hook-up drawings
• Cable schedules
• Loop drawings
• JB schedules
• Control system architecture drawings
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, IEC, ISA, API, and international engineering practices.
• Review FEED and Detailed Engineering deliverables prepared by EPC contractors.
• Participate in design development and technical clarification meetings.
• Support optimization of control systems, field instrumentation, and automation philosophies.
  

Control Systems & Automation

• Review DCS, ESD, F&G, SCADA, and PLC system engineering documents.
• Coordinate with telecom, electrical, process, and mechanical disciplines for interface management.
• Review system integration philosophies and control narratives.
• Evaluate SIL classification studies, alarm management philosophy, and cybersecurity requirements where applicable.
• Review FAT/SAT procedures and vendor technical documentation.
  

Vendor & Package Engineering

• Coordinate with package vendors for instrumentation and control requirements.
• Review vendor documents and ensure timely resolution of comments.
• Support technical bid evaluations and vendor selection processes.
• Ensure package compliance with project specifications and operational requirements.
  

PMC & Project Coordination

• Monitor EPC contractor engineering progress and quality.
• Provide technical guidance during engineering execution.
• Participate in HAZOP, SIL, constructability, and design review workshops.
• Coordinate with ADNOC and PMC teams for engineering approvals and technical alignment.
• Support project schedule adherence and engineering milestone achievement.
  

Construction & Site Support

• Provide engineering clarification and technical support to site teams when required.
• Review technical queries, deviations, and site engineering issues.
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning teams during system checks and startup activities if required.
• Occasional site visits may be required for technical verification and coordination.
  

Minimum Qualifications & Experience Required

• A bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline or equivalent from an accredited university, with a minimum of fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry, including a minimum of five (5) years (preferred) in the GCC region.
• Must have at least five (5) years of experience in a similar position on major Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects, managing a team of Specialists, Senior Engineers, and Engineers.
• ADNOC project experience is Required
• Offshore project experience is Required
• PMC experiences are preferrable.
• Experience in FEED & EPC Phases is required.
  

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of:
• DCS / ESD / F&G systems
• Smart field instrumentation
• SIL & Functional Safety
• Control system architecture
• Industrial communication protocols
• Instrument sizing and selection
• ADNOC engineering specifications
• Familiar with:
• SPI / SmartPlant Instrumentation
• Aveva Engineering
• AutoCAD
• MS Office
• Good understanding of multidisciplinary engineering coordination.
  

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.