Senior Instrumentation Engineer – Oil & Gas Control Systems

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

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Instrumentation Engineer to develop design deliverables for the oil & gas sector. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include interfacing with multidisciplinary teams, supporting system integration, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The role emphasizes strong analytical and communication skills, along with proficiency in software tools like AutoCAD.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop instrumentation design deliverables including instrument index, specifications, and diagrams.
• Prepare procurement specifications for field instruments and control valves.
• Support DCS/PLC/SCADA system integration.

Skills

Instrumentation Design

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Team Management

Education

Bachelors Degree in Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent

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 :

• Bachelors 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time