Senior Instrument Engineer

Gasoil Pte Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An international EPC firm is seeking a Senior Instrument Engineer to lead the design and engineering of instrumentation systems for FPSO projects. This role requires extensive experience in field instrumentation and control systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, develop P&IDs, and provide technical support during construction and commissioning phases. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative offshore production facilities and mentor junior engineers in best practices.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in instrumentation design engineering.
• 5+ years focused on FPSO projects with strong regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering of instrumentation systems for FPSO projects.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate instrumentation.

Skills

Instrumentation Design Engineering

Control System Architectures

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Control Engineering

Tools

SPI (SmartPlant Instrumentation)

AutoCAD

AVEVA Instrumentation

Job description

An international EPC based inKLis seekingSenior Instrument Engineerwith extensive experience inFPSO projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, engineering, and implementation of instrumentation and control systems for offshore production facilities. The role requires expertise in field instrumentation, control systems, and safety instrumented systems to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and engineering of instrumentation systems for FPSO projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Develop and review P&IDs, loop diagrams, instrument data sheets, and control narratives.
• Specify and select field instrumentation, analyzers, and control valves suitable for offshore operations.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to integrate instrumentation with process and mechanical systems.
• Perform technical evaluations of vendor proposals and assist in procurement decisions.
• Develop and review I/O lists, wiring diagrams, and control system architectures.
• Ensure compliance with hazardous area classification requirements.
• Support HAZOP, SIL assessments, and functional safety studies.
• Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and startup phases of FPSO projects.
• Interface with clients, regulatory authorities, and third-party certifying bodies to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in instrumentation design and best practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Control Engineering.
• Minimum15 yearsof experience in instrumentation design engineering, with at least5 yearsfocused on FPSO projects.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation design principles, control system architectures, and offshore regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in engineering software such asSPI (SmartPlant Instrumentation), AutoCAD, and AVEVA Instrumentation.
• Experience with DCS, ESD, and F&G systems used in offshore oil & gas facilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under tight project deadlines.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

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