Electrical & Instrument Engineer

KinTec Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer for offshore brownfield projects. The role involves leading technical delivery across the full project lifecycle from design to execution, ensuring compliance with international standards while working in a fast-paced environment on high-profile global projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in E&I roles on offshore brownfield projects.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems and hazardous area installations.
• Proven experience in offshore installation, testing, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead Electrical & Instrumentation engineering activities for offshore projects.
• Ensure compliance with international standards and client specifications.
• Coordinate offshore installation and commissioning of E&I systems.

Skills

Electrical systems

Control instrumentation

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer – Offshore Brownfield

Location: London / Middle East
Industry: Oil & Gas
Project Type: Offshore Brownfield Modifications
Project Phase: Full Lifecycle (Concept to Execution)

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer to take the lead in the technical delivery of offshore brownfield projects. This role involves full lifecycle responsibility, from design and specification through to installation, testing, commissioning, and project close-out. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in E&I systems, with a strong understanding of brownfield modifications and offshore execution. The position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and multi-disciplinary environment on high-profile global projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead Electrical & Instrumentation engineering activities for offshore brownfield modifications and upgrades.

• Review and develop detailed E&I designs, specifications, and technical documentation.

• Coordinate offshore installation, testing, and commissioning of E&I systems.

• Ensure compliance with international standards, client specifications, and health, safety, and environmental requirements.

• Collaborate with project control teams to provide progress updates and support risk management processes.

• Interface with clients, contractors, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure effective project execution.

• Support site surveys, readiness reviews, and offshore commissioning.

• Contribute to continuous improvement in E&I engineering processes and project delivery.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in E&I roles on offshore brownfield projects, ideally within the Oil & Gas sector.

• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, control instrumentation, and hazardous area installations.

• Proven experience in offshore installation, testing, and commissioning of E&I equipment.

• Familiarity with international standards such as IEC, NEC, ATEX, and others.

• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

• Proactive, safety-focused approach with the ability to work effectively in multicultural, high-paced environments.

Additional Attributes

• Willingness to travel internationally and offshore as required.

• Strong commitment to health, safety, environment, and quality standards.

• Client-focused approach with strong stakeholder management skills.