Senior Instrumentation and Control Engineer - Oil and Gas (Offshore)

Segula Technologies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead Instrumentation and Control Engineer in Abu Dhabi to oversee engineering projects from feasibility to design. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, strong skills in various automation systems, and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Interested candidates should note that only shortlisted individuals will be contacted.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in feasibility studies and design.
• Minimum 2 years as a lead engineer with ADNOC offshore.
• Familiar with international codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead Instrumentation and Control team for project engineering.
• Coordinate design and engineering effort with EPC contractors.
• Conduct site surveys to collect data for projects.

Skills

Strong design skills

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Academic Education to BS or equivalent in Electronics/Instrumentation/Control

Tools

PLC

DCS

SCADA

Job description

• Acts as Instrumentation and Control team lead for feasibility and concept study pre-FEED FEED basic engineering and tender design for the assigned projects.
• Acts as Instrumentation and Control team lead on the detailed engineering project for the assigned projects.
• ITT document reviews Prepares TQs Technical inputs and man-hour estimates for proposals.
• Preparation/review of technical queries and active participation in the stage of data gathering from Clients.
• Ensures all Instrumentation and Control engineering deliverables are prepared and issued in adherence with project schedule tender requirements fit for purpose and quality and complete the project within the budgeted hours.
• Proactively analyse and identify the design/ constructability issues schedule impacts design variation with tender documentation long delivery items etc. and inform project manager/team.
• Effective design and implementation knowledge of various Automation systems (PLC DCS ESD IPS FGS FACP HIPPS LDS RTU and SCADA) and prepare applicable project documentation.
• Good design/application knowledge of various Instrument types and latest state of the art technologies available in the market and select suitable instrument based on techno-commercial evaluation.
• Prepare documentation such as Design Basis Specifications Reports Scope of Works Philosophies Method of Statements Datasheets Material Requisitions Calculations I/O Lists Instrument Index schedules Cause and Effects material take offs.
• Provide inputs and review of engineering drawings such as Control System Architecture Cable Block Diagram Instrument/Telecom Location and Cable Routing Layouts Cable & JB Schedules Control/Equipment Room Layouts Instrument Installation Details Process/Pneumatic Hook-Ups MCT layouts Interconnection Diagrams Loop Diagrams Fieldbus Segment Diagrams PFDs/P&IDs General Arrangements and Plot Plans with the clear understanding of project scope design and constructability issues.
• Carryout sizing calculations for Control Valves Flow Meters Pneumatic/Hydraulic Power System Instrument cable voltage drop and Intrinsically Safe Circuit as applicable
• Actively participate in workshops such as Design Review HAZID HAZOP SIL Constructability Reviews and provide close out to instrumentation and control related actions.
• Ensures that correct input data codes and standards are used and adhered to.
• Carries out site visit to client facilities as required. Site survey and data collection system adequacy checks.
• Coordinates the preparation quality control internal quality procedures approval issue and (where applicable) client approval of Instrumentation and Control engineering documents and drawings.
• Ensures all Instrumentation and Control deliverables are being issued fully aligned with all other disciplines like process piping electrical civil and structural.
• Ensures the complete and thorough review of all other discipline documents during the interdisciplinary check review and ensure the changes within the Instrumentation and Control discipline are managed and communicated to the other discipline in cases they are affected.
• Ensures the Designers are familiarized with the scope of the project in order to prepare all drawings and detail in full compliance with the project requirements.
• Liaises with Designers Inputs for 3D Model in the preparation of drawings and details.
• Directs & supervises a team of Instrumentation and Control engineers to perform and/or performs regular and timely technical reviews and approval of Instrumentation and Control engineering and design deliverables developed by engineering consultants / contractors ensuring design quality in compliance with relevant codes standards and best practices.
• Coordinates monitors and handles Instrumentation and Control design and engineering with EPC contractor as per project expectation and complete the same within the time frame.
• Works with other discipline engineers within PMC EPC contractor Vendors and Client / Operation / Site Interface to resolve technical issues and ensure quality Instrumentation and Control engineering execution and integrity etc.
• Contribute input and expertise in the development and analysis of various design options and business models to design optimization and validation.
• Proactively maintains Client plan and schedule ensuring timely turnaround of EPC engineering consultants / contractors contractor comments.
• Client representation on and off site as appropriate.
• Carries out Technical Evaluation of Bids Issue Bid Technical Clarifications Technical Evaluation Reports and Recommendations.
• Participates in relevant meetings such as HAZID Design Reviews Model Review and Technical Workshops.
• Attend FAT/SAT and undertake business trips and site.
• Provide on-site engineering support and consultation during construction pre-commissioning & commissioning stage. Witness and sign off construction activities as completed pre-commissioning and commissioning of the new systems.
• Change Management Variation inputs Identifies and lodge scope/design change for approval.
• Manages internal interfaces with Project Managers and Project Engineering Managers for the assigned projects.
• Provide technical guidance job training to discipline engineers / junior engineers to ensure schedule adherence and quality of engineering documents.
• Attends meeting with Clients Third Parties etc.
• Attends all the Company-organised training courses when invited.
• Awareness of Companys QHSE Policy and Integrated Management System. Be aware of and obey the Company QHSE rules and perform the activities required by relevant procedures on these issues.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge in the relevant discipline.
• Strong design and analytical skills with problem solving ability.
• Good verbal and written communication report writing and presentation skills.
• Good experience of design of various Automation systems (PLC DCS ESD IPS FGS FACP HIPPS LDS RTU and SCADA) field instrumentation and prepare applicable project documentation.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively when managing multiple tasks. Must be self-motivated results oriented and be flexible to work well under tight schedules in a fast paced multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Teamwork.
• Familiar with International codes and standards Company standards.
• 1518 years of experience

  Experience in feasibility studies conceptual design pre-FEED and FEED design in natural gas and/or crude oil processing plant as a lead engineer.

  Minimum 2 years working experience as a lead engineer with ADNOC offshore.

• Education

  Academic Education to BS or equivalent level minimum in in Electronics/Instrumentation/Control from accredited University. Postgraduate degree will be an advantage.

Additional Information

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time