Instrumentation Engineer

Jassim Qabazard Engineering Consultants; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Jassim Qabazard Engineering Consultants in Kuwait City seeks an experienced Instrumentation Engineer to lead design, installation, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems for engineering projects.

The role involves selecting instruments, configuring systems, developing control philosophies, and preparing technical documentation while coordinating with cross-functional teams and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience with instrumentation and control systems in oil/gas projects.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, P&IDs, and specs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Hands-on calibration and troubleshooting of field instruments.
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design, specify, install and commission instrumentation and control systems.
• Develop control philosophies and technical documentation.
• Perform site inspections and oversee commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and contractors to ensure system integration.

Skills

Instrumentation

Process control

Troubleshooting

Calibration

Documentation

Education

BSc Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's in Instrumentation Engineering

Job description

Company Description

Jassim Qabazard Engineering Consultants is an established architecture and planning firm headquartered in Kuwait City, Kuwait. The company operates from the Bank Burgan Old Building on Ali Salam Street in the Al Assimah Area. It provides professional consulting services across engineering and architectural disciplines, supporting projects in both public and private sectors. Potential team members can expect to work in a collaborative environment that focuses on quality design, technical excellence, and local regulatory compliance.

Role Description

The Instrumentation Engineer will work full time on-site in Kuwait City, supporting the design, specification, installation, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems for engineering projects. Daily responsibilities include selecting and configuring instruments, developing control philosophies, preparing technical documentation, and coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams. The role involves performing site inspections, overseeing commissioning activities, and ensuring instruments are properly calibrated and integrated with process control systems. The Instrumentation Engineer will also diagnose and resolve operational issues, support compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and provide technical guidance to contractors and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• B.Sc Electrical Engineering, Experience in Oil/ Gas Construction.
• Minimum experience 10 to 15 years.
• Strong knowledge of Instrumentation and Process Control, including selection, configuration, and integration of field instruments and control systems.
• Hands-on experience in Troubleshooting and Calibration of instrumentation, with the ability to perform diagnostics and maintain system accuracy.
• Foundational understanding of Electrical Engineering principles related to control panels, wiring, and signal integrity.
• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Experience in engineering consulting, industrial facilities, or construction projects, preferably in the Middle East region.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills, with attention to detail and safety standards.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams, clients, and contractors.