Senior Instrumentation Engineer

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Instrumentation Engineer to prepare procurement specifications and support system integrations in the oil and gas sector. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering or Electronics, with at least 5 years of design experience. The role demands excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively under pressure to meet project deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in instrumentation design within oil & gas sector.
• Familiar with HSE regulations and industry standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare procurement specifications for field instruments and control valves.
• Support DCS / PLC / SCADA integration.
• Review P&IDs and participate in HAZOP studies.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering

Degree in Electronics or equivalent

Tools

SPI (INtools)

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Job description

Instrument Datasheets & Specifications

Cable Routing and Termination Diagrams

Loop Diagrams and Wiring Drawings

Hook-up drawings

Control system architecture and interface diagrams

Prepare procurement specifications for field instruments, control valves, and packages.

Interface with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, process, civil) to integrate instrumentation systems.

Support DCS / PLC / SCADA system integration and control narrative development.

Review and interpret P&IDs, cause and effect diagrams, and functional design specifications.

Participate in HAZOP, SIL studies, and risk assessments.

Provide technical support during construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases.

Ensure all design work is compliant with international codes and standards (e.g., IEC, ISA, API, ATEX, NEC, etc.).

Coordinate with vendors and clients for technical clarification and approvals.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics, or equivalent.

5+ years of relevant experience in instrumentation design within the oil & gas sector (onshore / offshore).

Proficiency in software tools such as SPI (INtools), AutoCAD, and 3D model review tools (e.g., Navisworks).

Familiar with industry standards and best practices.

Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Additional Information

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in reading mechanical diagrams and schematics.
• Knowledge of rotating equipment, pumps, compressors, and other oil and gas industry machinery.
• Familiarity with HSE regulations in the oil and gas sector.
• Good communication skills for reporting and coordination with teams, vendors, and management.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in reading mechanical diagrams and schematics.
• Knowledge of rotating equipment, pumps, compressors, and other oil and gas industry machinery.
• Familiarity with HSE regulations in the oil and gas sector.
• Good communication skills for reporting and coordination with teams, vendors, and management.

Instrumentation Engineer • Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates