LEAD INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dubai is seeking a highly experienced Lead Instrumentation Engineer to oversee instrumentation engineering for onshore oil and gas projects. The role involves managing project deliverables, ensuring compliance with international standards, and guiding a team of engineers. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering and at least 12-15 years of relevant experience, particularly in the engineering phase. Strong leadership and communication skills, along with proficiency in engineering software, are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12-15 years of experience in instrumentation engineering.
• Proven track record in FEED, Detailed Engineering, and Design.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation, review, and approval of engineering deliverables.
• Develop project-specific design philosophies and standards.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Review vendor documentation for instrumentation packages.
• Conduct technical evaluations and vendor assessments.
• Manage and guide junior engineers ensuring quality work.
• Participate in design reviews and constructability assessments.
• Support procurement activities with technical evaluations.

Skills

Instrumentation Engineering

Leadership

Multidisciplinary Coordination

Client Communication

Engineering Software Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SPI/INtools

AutoCAD

SmartPlant Review

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Instrumentation Engineer to oversee and manage all instrumentation engineering activities for onshore oil and gas projects during the engineering phase including FEED Detailed Engineering and Detailed Design. The successful candidate will ensure that all instrumentation deliverables meet project requirements international standards and client specifications while providing technical leadership to the instrumentation team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the preparation review and approval of all instrumentation engineering deliverables including datasheets specifications layouts wiring diagrams loop diagrams I/O lists and cable schedules.
• Develop and review project-specific instrumentation design philosophies standards and procedures in line with client and industry requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes standards and regulations (e.g. IEC ISA API).
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (process mechanical electrical control systems piping and civil) to ensure seamless integration of instrumentation systems.
• Review vendor documentation for instrumentation packages ensuring alignment with project requirements and specifications.
• Conduct technical evaluations clarifications and vendor bid assessments for instrumentation equipment and systems.
• Manage and guide junior instrumentation engineers and designers ensuring quality accuracy and timely completion of work.
• Participate in design reviews HAZOPs SIL studies and constructability assessments.
• Support procurement activities including technical bid evaluations and vendor selection.
• Ensure instrumentation deliverables are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Provide technical support during project execution including responding to RFIs and resolving engineering queries.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Instrumentation Engineering Electrical & Electronics Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 1215 years of experience in instrumentation engineering with substantial exposure to onshore oil and gas projects.
• Proven track record in Engineering phase activities (FEED Detailed Engineering and Detailed Design).
• Strong knowledge of international and client-specific instrumentation codes and standards.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and tools (e.g. SPI/INtools AutoCAD SmartPlant Review).
• Experience in preparing MTOs equipment specifications and requisitions for all major instrumentation systems.
• Strong leadership coordination and communication skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• ADNOC or other major Middle East client experience.

VERTICAL:

ENGINEERING