Senior Instrument Designer / Engineer

Kintec Recruitment Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Control Engineer to join a multidisciplinary project team. The role involves producing detailed engineering deliverables, collaborating with designers and clients to ensure project specifications and quality standards. Candidates should possess a degree in a related field and have strong knowledge of relevant codes and industry practices. Excellent communication, coordination skills, and the ability to manage priorities are essential for this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in instrumentation and control engineering for large-scale projects.
• Experience in detailed engineering, vendor document review, and on-site support.

Responsibilities

• Review client technical documentation and project requirements.
• Produce instrumentation and control deliverables as per project specifications.
• Develop instrumentation specifications in coordination with requisitioners.
• Attend and actively participate in client and vendor meetings.

Skills

Strong knowledge of relevant codes and standards

Excellent communication and coordination skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Degree or Diploma in Instrumentation, Electrical or Control Engineering

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Control Engineer to join a multidisciplinary project team. The role involves producing detailed instrumentation and control deliverables in alignment with project specifications, schedules, and industry standards. Candidates will collaborate with designers, vendors, and the client to ensure high-quality engineering outputs and smooth project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Review client technical documentation and project requirements
• Produce instrumentation and control deliverables as per project specifications and schedules in a cost‑effective manner
• Develop instrumentation specifications in coordination with packaged equipment requisitioners
• Participate in defining supply and service limits, and ensure proper documentation for integration into package orders
• Technically evaluate supplier proposals, including PLC, cabling, and instruments
• Conduct thorough studies of relevant systems to ensure sufficient information is incorporated into design deliverables
• Support detailed engineering activities including hook‑up installation, layouts, routings, and wiring
• Monitor and verify design drawings generated by designers and drafters for accuracy and compliance with good engineering practices
• Perform in‑house instrument sizing and selection; manage studies performed by subcontractors or vendors
• Prepare, update, and review specifications and engineering calculations
• Perform technical clarifications, bid clarification meetings, and bid evaluations
• Review and approve vendor document deliverables
• Attend and actively participate in client and vendor meetings
• Apply knowledge of relevant design codes and standards (e.g., ANSI, API, ASME, ASTM, IEC, IOGP, ISA, ISO)
• Conduct onshore and offshore site visits as required
• Prepare site survey checklists, reports, and other documentation
• Interface with other engineering disciplines and project support functions such as procurement and planning
• Perform Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) as needed
• Assist site construction teams and manage system vendor/integrator and field instrument vendor activities during EPC project execution

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Instrumentation, Electrical, Control Engineering, or related discipline
• Proven experience in instrumentation and control engineering for large‑scale projects
• Strong knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and industry best practices
• Experience in detailed engineering, vendor document review, and on‑site support
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced project environment
• Excellent communication and coordination skills