Lead/Specialist-Instrumentation

Penspen Ltd; Al Bihouth; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Abu Dhabi is looking for a seasoned professional to lead instrumentation scope across all project phases. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and 15–20 years of oil & gas experience, especially in offshore projects. Proven competencies in FEED and EPC phases are essential, along with familiarity with design tools like SmartPlant Instrumentation. Offshore certifications and PMC experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15–20+ years of experience in oil & gas.
• Proven track record in FEED and EPC phases for large-scale projects.
• Offshore certifications (e.g., BOSIET, HUET) are often required.

Responsibilities

• Lead instrumentation scope across all project phases.
• Develop and review instrumentation design documents.
• Provide technical support during offshore installation.

Skills

Instrumentation design

Offshore project management

Strong offshore exposure

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering

Tools

SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI)

InstruCalc

Job description

Roles:

• Lead instrumentation scope across all project phases: FEED, detailed design, procurement, construction, commissioning.
• Develop and review instrumentation design documents: datasheets, specifications, I/O lists, loop diagrams, and control philosophies.
• Ensure designs meet international codes (e.g., IEC, ISA, API, ISO) and client-specific standards (e.g., ADNOC).
• Provide technical support during offshore installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases.

Desired:

• Any Bachelor Degree in Engineering in relevant discipline
• Minimum 15–20+ years of experience in oil & gas, with strong offshore exposure.
• Proven track record in FEED and EPC phases for large-scale projects.
• Handle tie-ins for subsea systems, wellhead towers, brownfield upgrades, and artificial islands
• Familiarity with SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI), InstruCalc, and other design tools
• Offshore certifications (e.g., BOSIET, HUET) are often required
• PMC experience will be preferred
• Previous experience in the ADNOC projects in the similar role would be an added advantage