Lead Instrumentation Engineer

FairPlay Engineering; Zuid-Holland; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

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Job summary

FairPlay Engineering is seeking a Lead Instrumentation Engineer for offshore and energy projects in the Netherlands. You will lead instrumentation teams, drive detailed engineering, and deliver high‑quality specifications, diagrams, and FAT activities from concept to final delivery.

You will oversee greenfield automation/telecommunication work, ensure compliance with standards, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating with electrical and process disciplines for integrated system design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable technical discipline.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams of instrumentation engineers and designers through complex detailed engineering in offshore/energy environments.
• Hands-on expertise in greenfield Automation and Telecommunication detailed engineering.
• Strong knowledge of HV substation design and interfacing with instrumentation and automation systems.
• Proven capability in preparing specifications, Technical Bid Evaluations, and leading FAT for SCADA/DCS systems and telecoms.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of instrumentation engineers and designers through offshore and energy projects from concept to detailed design.
• Own development and quality of instrumentation deliverables (cable lists, block diagrams, layout drawings, termination diagrams, hook‑up drawings).
• Oversee greenfield Automation and Telecommunication detailed engineering across all project phases.
• Prepare and evaluate specifications and Technical Bid Evaluations for instrumentation and automation systems.
• Lead Factory Acceptance Testing for critical systems including SCADA and DCS and telecoms (CCTV, PAGA, LAN, WiFi, radio, Fire and Gas).
• Ensure deliverables comply with client specs, standards, and project quality requirements.
• Provide mentorship and collaborate with electrical/process teams for full system integration.

Skills

Team leadership

Project coordination

English fluency

Stakeholder management

Strong communication

Problem solving

Offshore/energy experience

Education

Bachelor or Master in Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

DCS

CCTV

PAGA

LAN

WiFi

Job description

Instrumentation engineering at a lead level on offshore and energy projects is not a role where you can learn on the job. The systems are complex, the standards are exacting, and the teams you lead need someone who has done this before and knows what good looks like from concept through to FAT. If that is the level you operate at, this role is worth your full attention.

Company Information

Our client is a specialist engineering organisation delivering technically demanding offshore and energy projects across international markets. Their instrumentation and automation teams work on large-scale installations where the quality and reliability of control, automation, and telecommunication systems are critical to project success and operational safety. Engineering excellence, disciplined delivery, and a strong commitment to technical quality define how they work and what they expect from the people who lead their teams.

Vacancy Information

As Lead Instrumentation Engineer, you will take full charge of instrumentation engineering activities on complex projects from concept through to detailed design. You will lead a team of instrumentation engineers and designers, ensuring that all deliverables meet the highest technical standards and project objectives throughout every phase.

Your work will have a strong focus on greenfield Automation and Telecommunication detailed engineering. You will oversee the development and delivery of comprehensive instrumentation documentation, guide specification preparation and technical bid evaluations, and lead Factory Acceptance Testing for critical systems. This is a role with genuine technical ownership and direct leadership responsibility from the earliest project stages through to final delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading a team of instrumentation engineers and designers through complex offshore and energy engineering projects from concept through to detailed design and delivery.
• Taking full responsibility for the development and quality of all instrumentation deliverables including cable schedules, block diagrams, layout drawings, termination diagrams, hook-up drawings, mounting typicals, and loop diagrams.
• Overseeing greenfield Automation and Telecommunication detailed engineering across all project phases.
• Preparing and evaluating specifications and Technical Bid Evaluations for instrumentation and automation systems.
• Leading Factory Acceptance Testing for critical systems including SCADA and DCS platforms, telecommunication systems covering CCTV, PAGA, LAN, WiFi, and radio, and Fire and Gas detection systems.
• Ensuring all deliverables comply with client specifications, applicable industry standards, and project quality requirements.
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to instrumentation engineers and designers within the project team. Collaborating closely with electrical, process, and other engineering disciplines to ensure full integration of instrumentation and automation systems within the broader project design.
• Serving as the primary technical point of contact for instrumentation and automation matters toward clients, suppliers, and internal project stakeholders.

What You Need

• Bachelor or Master degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a comparable technical discipline.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams of instrumentation engineers and designers through complex detailed engineering projects in an offshore or energy environment.
• Deep hands‑on expertise in greenfield Automation and Telecommunication detailed engineering with a strong understanding of what that scope requires in practice.
• Strong knowledge of HV substation design and its interface with instrumentation and automation systems.
• Proven capability in preparing specifications and Technical Bid Evaluations and leading FAT processes for SCADA and DCS systems, telecommunication systems including CCTV, PAGA, LAN, WiFi, and radio, and Fire and Gas detection systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of instrumentation deliverables including cable lists, block and layout diagrams, termination diagrams, hook‑up drawings, mounting typicals, and loop diagrams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple project workstreams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the confidence to engage at a senior level across project and client teams.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

If you do not meet every requirement but have a strong instrumentation engineering background with relevant offshore or energy project experience and leadership exposure, we still encourage you to apply. The right combination of technical experience, motivation, and willingness to grow can make you a strong candidate.

Relocation

This position is based in the Netherlands and will require relocation. We understand that making an international move is a significant decision and we are here to make that process as straightforward as possible.

• Premium Relocation Package. This includes visa sponsorship, guidance before your move, and dedicated support from a relocation consultant throughout the process.