Instrumentation Engineer - Relocate to Saudi Arabia

aramco; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Instrumentation Engineer to join their Process Automation and Systems Division. This role involves designing and troubleshooting advanced instrumentation systems for gas plants and refineries. With a focus on innovation and safety, the ideal candidate will contribute to optimizing solutions and enhancing operational excellence. Join a company that values technological advancement and offers a dynamic work environment, where your expertise will play a crucial role in shaping the future of energy. Relocation to Saudi Arabia is required for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in oil & gas instrumentation engineering.
• Proficient in industry standards and technical evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Design and troubleshoot instrumentation systems for gas and oil facilities.
• Lead technical problem-solving teams and optimize engineering solutions.

Skills

Instrumentation Engineering

Problem Solving

Safety Standards Knowledge

Technical Evaluations

Cost Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's or PhD in Engineering

Tools

Control Systems

Communication Protocols (DNP3, Modbus)

Job description

Instrumentation Engineer - Relocate to Saudi Arabia

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Job Title:

Instrumentation Engineer

Description:

Aramco energizes the world economy

Aramco is a leading global energy company, one of the largest producers of hydrocarbons and chemicals, with low upstream carbon emissions. Headquartered in Saudi Arabia, with a worldwide presence, we focus on maximizing energy value, technological innovation, and societal contribution. We are among the most profitable companies globally, ranked in the top five by market capitalization.

Job Summary:

We seek an experienced Instrumentation Engineer specialized in final control, monitoring, and safety instrumentation for Gas Plants, NGL Fractionation Plants, Refineries, petrochemical plants, pipelines, and distribution facilities. The role is within the Process Automation and Systems Division of the Process & Control Systems Department.

The department offers services in process engineering, automation, new energy, and digitalization. The primary responsibilities include designing, developing, installing, and troubleshooting instrumentation systems, collaborating across disciplines, and participating in safety, innovation, and operational excellence initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support all instrumentation types: level, temperature, pressure, control valves, emergency isolation valves, motor-operated valves, relief valves, flow measurement, level gauges, etc.
• Conduct engineering studies to optimize solutions, enhance safety, increase revenue, and reduce costs.
• Lead or support incident investigations and technical problem-solving teams.
• Develop and maintain standards, specifications, procedures, and best practices aligned with industry codes.
• Evaluate vendor capabilities, perform technical evaluations, and represent the company in technical dealings.
• Assess and incorporate new technologies and best practices for industry-leading performance.
• Perform cost and value engineering analyses to recommend cost-effective solutions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Instrumentation, Mechanical, Electrical); Master's or PhD preferred.
• Minimum 20 years of relevant professional experience, preferably with major international oil & gas companies or instrumentation suppliers.
• Experience in plant instrumentation sizing and selection.
• Certifications such as ISA CAP, CFSP, TUV FSEng, PE, or Chartered Engineer license are desirable.
• Knowledge of H2S, LEL, pH, conductivity, O2 analyzers, gas detectors, and chromatographs is preferred.
• Proficiency with industry standards (API, BS, ISO, ASME, ANSI, IEC, ISA, IEEE).
• Experience as a lead engineer in HAZOP, SIL, P&ID reviews, and design.
• Understanding of control systems, field instrumentation, communication protocols (DNP3, Modbus, etc.).
• Active membership in professional societies (ISA, IEEE) for at least 3 years.

Additional Details:

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Industry: Oil and Gas