Control and Automation Designer

Employment; Muscat; On-site; OMR 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is seeking a Control & Automation Designer for its Projects team in Muscat, Oman. The role focuses on FEED and detail design, developing C&A drawings and documents, and providing expertise in drawing systems.

The position emphasizes 3D design with PDMS and AutoCAD, collaboration with discipline engineers, and adherence to industry standards. Join a diverse, global engineering group delivering across oil, gas, and energy sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum ITI or equivalent.
• 3+ years FEED/Engineering experience.
• 6+ years in oil & gas on major capital projects.
• 5+ years in 3D drawing systems (PDMS) and AutoCAD.
• Proficient with Aveva PDMS modules and review tools.
• Knowledge of API, IEC, NEC, NEMA etc.
• Experience with Electrical & Instrumentation deliverables.
• Familiar with INTools and PowerGen.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with discipline project engineers/designers and other discipline engineers in the delivery of project engineering/construction deliverables, quality control drawings and overall project support.
• Follow/ensure Quality Management System requirements in line with ISO and API Q2 2nd edition requirements.
• Develop designs in PDMS and electronic drawings (AutoCAD).
• Implement hand-marked changes to drawings.
• Provide quality assurance reviews and detailed checking support.
• Maintain and monitor drawing development progress.
• Meet project commitments and deliver to schedule.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce cycle time and cost.

Skills

FEED experience

3D drawing

AutoCAD

PDMS

Aveva PDMS

Electrical design

Instrumentation design

HSE knowledge

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

ITI or equivalent

Tools

INTools

PowerGen

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Wood is recruiting for a Control & Automation Designer to join its Projects team focusing on delivering across FEED and Detail design scopes of work. Position is based in Muscat, Oman. This role will be developing C&A design drawings and documents and provide expertise in drawing systems.

Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Designing the future

Transforming the world

Reflecting the market focus for the office in both brownfield and green field opportunities, multi-skilled personnel are sought, for those with experience in Onshore Oil and Gas.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil and gas and emerging energy sectors
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our busiess with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient care is available should you require treatment. Cover limits apply, please refer to the terms of benefit and network list for further details.
• Workmen s Compensation: Provides payment of 3 x Annual Wage (up to a maximum of 5000 OMR) upon death or permanent disability.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Allows you to feel comfortable knowing that you or your immediate family members can confidentially discuss any work or personal issues that are an inevitable part of life. The programme helps support your mental, physical, social & financial well-being.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with discipline project engineers/designers and other discipline engineers in the delivery of project engineering/construction deliverables, quality control drawings and overall project support.
• Follow/ensure Quality Management System Requirements are met in line with ISO 9PHONE_NUMBER and API Q2 2nd edition requirements.
• Develop designs in PDMS and (new) drawings in electronic format (AutoCAD).
• Implement hand marked-up changes to drawings.
• Provides quality assurance reviews and detailed checking support.
• Maintain and monitor drawing development progress.
• Meet project commitments and deliver to schedule.
• Identify & implement process improvement to reduce cycle time & cost.

Desired Candidate Profile

Minimum ITI or equivalent

Minimum 3 years in FEED/Engineering Experience and 6 years experience in the oil and gas industry with experience on major capital projects

Minimum of 5 years experience with 3D drawing systems (e.g. PDMS) and AutoCAD.

Technical knowledge of advanced 3D design applications and processes.

Efficiently uses Aveva software applications (i.e. PDMS design modules, forms/menus, REVIEW)

Knowledgeable of codes, standards and regulatory guidelines that apply to the design disciplines, specifically any API, CENELEC, IEC, IEC IP, IEEE, NEC, and NEMA standards.

Knowledgeable with designing industry related electrical and instrumentation deliverables (skids, equipment general arrangements, isometrics, plans, area classification drawings, single-lines, cable block diagrams, schematics, interconnect wiring diagrams)

Familiar with Electrical & Instrumentation Data Handling Software, such as INTools, PowerGen, and any Programmable Logic Control or Digital Control System Software.

Is proficient in the use of human factors engineering guidelines and HSE best practices

Ability to work effectively in a team environment or independently with little guidance or supervision is required.

Knowledgeable of the interface points between design disciplines.

Is able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.

Strong interpersonal and communications skills are highly desirable.