Instrumentation Lead Engineer

HR ProjectPartners BV; Zuid-Holland; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in the Netherlands seeks an experienced Instrumentation Lead Engineer to guide engineering teams on offshore FPSO projects. In this role, you will ensure high-quality deliverables and compliance with specifications while leveraging your expertise in automation and telecommunications. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years in the field, including leadership experience. Join us to advance challenging offshore engineering initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an engineering company.
• At least 4 years as Lead Instrumentation Engineer.
• Proven experience in managing teams for engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of instrumentation engineers and designers.
• Ensure high-quality engineering documents are delivered.
• Prepare and review specifications for SCADA/DCS systems.

Skills

Team leadership

Automation expertise

Telecommunications knowledge

Safety systems expertise

Excellent communication

Education

BSc or MSc degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

E3D

SmartPlant Instrumentation

Job description

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We are looking for an experienced Instrumentation Lead Engineer to join our offshore engineering team. In this role, you will lead a team of instrumentation engineers and designers on detailed engineering projects for FPSO and offshore facilities, ensuring high-quality deliverables and technical excellence. The position requires strong leadership skills as well as hands‑on expertise in automation, telecommunications, and safety systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of instrumentation engineers and designers in detailed engineering projects.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality engineering documents and compliance with project specifications.
• Prepare and review specifications, TBEs, and FAT activities for SCADA/DCS systems.
• Oversee the preparation of instrumentation deliverables including cable lists, block diagrams, layouts, termination diagrams, hook‑ups, mounting details, and loop diagrams.
• Manage engineering deliverables such as cause‑and‑effect diagrams, control narratives, and network architecture diagrams.
• Utilize engineering software including E3D and SmartPlant Instrumentation.

Requirements

• BSc or MSc degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an engineering company, including at least 4 years as Lead Instrumentation Engineer.
• Proven experience in managing teams for detailed engineering projects.
• Expertise in greenfield automation and telecommunications engineering.
• Strong background in offshore platform and HV substation design.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

If you are a motivated leader with a passion for offshore projects and want to contribute to challenging FPSO engineering projects, we encourage you to apply.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level