Senior Instrumentation Engineer

Ghobash Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputed engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Instrumentation Engineer to develop design deliverables and support systems integration. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience in instrumentation design within the oil and gas sector. Key responsibilities include preparing procurement specifications, interfacing with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with international codes and standards. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment without remote work options.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in instrumentation design within the oil & gas sector.
• Strong analytical, communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop instrumentation design deliverables including datasheets and specifications.
• Prepare procurement specifications for field instruments and control valves.
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams to integrate instrumentation systems.
• Support DCS/PLC/SCADA system integration and control narrative development.
• Review and interpret P&IDs and functional design specifications.

Skills

Instrumentation engineering

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering or Electronics

Tools

SPI (INtools)

AutoCAD

3D model review tools (e.g. Navisworks)

Job description

Develop instrumentation design deliverables including:

• Instrument Index / I/O List
• Instrument Datasheets & Specifications
• Instrument Location Layouts
• 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.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full‑time