Senior Instrumentation Designer

Technip Energies; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Technip Energies in UAE, Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Instrumentation Designer to lead the development, coordination and production of Instrumentation and Control deliverables for FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC and Brownfield projects in the Oil & Gas sector.

The role requires 15–20 years of instrumentation design experience, offshore project know-how, and the ability to coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Telecom and Civil teams to ensure timely, compliant results.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Instrumentation Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 15–20 years of Instrumentation Design experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and Offshore projects.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation installation practices and offshore platform design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review Instrumentation and Control design deliverables for offshore and onshore Oil & Gas projects.
• Prepare and check Instrument Location Layouts, Control Room Layouts and Equipment Layout Drawings.
• Perform 3D modeling of field instruments and associated components; coordinate with other disciplines for design integration.
• Mentor junior designers and support design reviews, HAZOP, and client meetings.

Skills

Instrumentation design

Offshore experience

Coordination skills

3D modeling

Education

Diploma or Degree in Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

SPI / INtools

SP3D

AVEVA E3D

AVEVA Instrumentation

Job description

We are currently seeking a Senior Instrumentation Designer reporting directly to the Head of the Department to join our team based in UAE, Abu Dhabi.

About us:

Technip Energies is a global technology and engineering powerhouse. With leadership positions in LNG, hydrogen, ethylene, sustainable chemistry, and CO2 management, we are contributing to the development of critical markets such as energy, energy derivatives, decarbonization, and circularity. Our complementary business segments, Technology, Products and Services (TPS) and Project Delivery, turn innovation into scalable and industrial reality.

Through collaboration and excellence in execution, our 17,000+ employees across 34 countries are fully committed to bridging prosperity with sustainability for a world designed to last.

About the mission we offer you:

Senior Instrumentation Designer Job Description The Senior Instrumentation Designer is responsible for the development, coordination, and production of Instrumentation and Control design deliverables for FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, and Brownfield projects in the Oil & Gas sector. The role requires extensive experience in offshore projects, ensuring compliance with client specifications, international standards, and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and review Instrumentation and Control design deliverables for offshore and onshore Oil & Gas projects.
• Prepare and check:
  • Instrument Location Layouts
  • Control Room Layouts
  • Equipment Layout Drawings
  • Instrument Hook-up Drawings
  • Loop Diagrams
  • Junction Box Wiring Diagrams
  • Instrument Cable Block Diagrams
  • Instrument Termination Diagrams
  • Cable Routing and Tray Layouts
  • Cable Schedules
  • Material Take-Offs (MTO)
  • As-Built Documentation
• Perform 3D modeling of field instruments, impulse tubing, junction boxes, local control panels, cable trays, and associated Instrumentation components.
• Coordinate closely with Process, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical, Telecom, and Civil disciplines to ensure design integration.
• Participate in site surveys, constructability reviews, and field verification activities.
• Support proposal and bidding activities by developing preliminary layouts, MTOs, man-hour estimates, and engineering deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, project specifications, international codes, and company procedures.
• Mentor and guide junior designers and provide technical support during project execution.
• Support engineering teams during design reviews, HAZOP, model reviews, and client meetings.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality design documentation in accordance with project schedules.

Software Requirements

Candidates must have strong hands-on experience in at least two or more of the following:

• SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI / INtools)
• Smart 3D (SP3D)
• AVEVA E3D
• AVEVA Instrumentation

Additional proficiency in:

• PDMS
• AutoCAD
• MicroStation
• Navisworks (preferred)

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Instrumentation Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years to 20 years of Instrumentation Design experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and Offshore projects.
• Extensive experience in FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, and Brownfield projects.
• Proven experience working on ADNOC Offshore projects is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Instrumentation installation practices
  • Offshore platform design
  • Cable routing and tray design
  • Hazardous area requirements
  • International codes and standards (IEC, ISA, ADNOC Specifications)
• Ability to work independently and lead design activities within the Instrumentation discipline.
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• UAE experience and immediate availability will be an advantage.

Preferred Experience

• ADNOC Offshore projects (preferred).
• Experience with major EPC contractors such as Technip Energies, NPCC, McDermott, Petrofac, Saipem, Wood, Kent, Worley, or similar organizations.
• Experience in offshore production facilities, wellhead towers, central processing platforms, and subsea-related developments.

Experience Range: 15-20 Years

Industry: Oil & Gas / Offshore EPC

Location: UAE

Preference: ADNOC Offshore project experience highly preferred.

Starting Date: ASAP

About you:

We love to hear from you and how you match with this position. To be successful in this mission you should consider the following requirements:

Qualifications: Bachelors or Diploma

Languages: English + proficiency level (Basic, Professional, Fluent)

Main skills: (up to 4)

Your career with us

Working at Technip Energies is an inspiring journey, filled with groundbreaking projects and dynamic collaborations. Surrounded by diverse and talented individuals, you will feel welcomed, respected, and engaged. Enjoy a safe, caring environment where you can spark new ideas, reimagine the future, and lead change. As your career grows, you will benefit from learning opportunities at T. EN University, such as The Future Ready Program, Graduate Program, and from the support of your manager through check-in moments like the Mid-Year Development Review, fostering continuous growth and development.

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