SENIOR INSTRUMENTATION FIELD ENGINEER

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly experienced Senior Instrumentation Field Engineer to support ADNOC oil and gas projects. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years in instrumentation engineering, with proven experience on ADNOC projects, and a strong background in field instrumentation commissioning and construction support. This role includes overseeing engineering activities, ensuring compliance with standards, and providing technical support to teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in Instrumentation Engineering in the oil and gas sector.
• Proven experience working on ADNOC onshore projects is mandatory.
• In-depth knowledge of field instrumentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee field instrumentation engineering activities.
• Review and interpret engineering deliverables.
• Provide technical support to construction teams.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards.

Skills

Field instrumentation commissioning

Construction support

Technical support

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Instrumentation Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Instrumentation Field Engineer to support field engineering activities for ADNOC Onshore oil and gas projects based in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in field instrumentation commissioning and construction support and must have worked on ADNOC projects in a similar capacity.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee field instrumentation engineering activities including installation testing pre-commissioning and commissioning of instrumentation systems.
• Review and interpret engineering deliverables such as P&IDs loop diagrams instrument index hook-up drawings and datasheets.
• Provide technical support to construction teams subcontractors and commissioning teams on all instrumentation-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards project specifications and international codes (IEC ISA etc.).
• Address and resolve site technical queries (TQs) and coordinate with engineering offices for design clarifications and updates.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) and loop checks.
• Coordinate with other discipline engineers QA/QC and HSE personnel to ensure smooth execution of instrumentation works.
• Review contractor method statements inspection and test plans (ITPs) and material submittals.
• Monitor progress and report on instrumentation installation and testing activities ensuring alignment with project schedules.
• Act as ADNOCs field representative for instrumentation systems and ensure all deliverables meet quality and regulatory requirements.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Instrumentation Engineering Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in Instrumentation Engineering in the oil and gas sector.
• Proven experience working on ADNOC onshore projects is mandatory.
• In‑depth knowledge of field instrumentation systems (DCS ESD F&G analyzers transmitters control valves etc.).
• Strong understanding of ADNOC specifications and standards.
• Excellent communication coordination and reporting skills.
• Familiarity with international standards (IEC ISA ATEX etc.).

Vertical: Engineering