Automation & Control System Engineer

Overview

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Saipem is a global leader in the engineering and construction of major projects for the energy and infrastructure sectors, both offshore and onshore. Saipem is organized into business lines: Asset Based Services, Drilling, Energy Carriers, Offshore Wind, Sustainable Infrastructures, Robotics & Industrialized Solutions. The company is committed to supporting its clients on the energy transition towards Net Zero with increasingly digital means, technologies and processes geared for environmental sustainability. Listed on the Milan Stock Exchange, it is present in more than 50 countries and employs about 30,000 people of over 130 nationalities.

Purpose of the position: As Automation & Control System Engineer you will be part of the Energy Carriers Business Line, within the Smaut Department.

Responsibilities

• Read, analyze, review and mechanize P&IDs
• Develop and review Block Diagrams, Control Narratives, Sequence Flow Charts, Cause and Effect Diagrams, Logic Diagrams, Instrument Loop Diagrams
• Populate and maintain Project Control Systems I/Os Databases
• Interpret and apply codes & standards and customer design requirements for Control Systems design products
• Develop Discipline Specifications and Requisitions
• Evaluate Specifications and Vendor Quotations
• Support Packages/Mechanical Systems Department in reviewing supplier data to determine control and instrumentation functional requirements
• Review Vendor Functional Design Specifications/Drawings/Procedures/Manuals for technical compliance
• Attend and perform Control Systems FAT/IFAT and SAT and witness vendor compliance with project requirements
• Interact with Client representatives, Vendors and Subcontractors on technical topics
• Support proposal efforts in bids by preparing man-hour estimates and planning activities

What are we looking for?

Education: Master’s Degree in Automation & Control System Engineering or equivalent

Experience: Minimum of 6/8 years related experience in LNG/Gas Process/Refinery and Petrochemical industries. Prior experience as a Senior Control Systems Engineer with a reputable International EPC contractor on mid to large scale projects. Detailed knowledge of Control and Safety Systems (DCS, ESD/SIS, F&G, PLCs, MMS, CCS, RTU, SCADA). Familiar with Control and Safety Systems codes and standards both domestic and international. SPI (Smart Plant Instrumentation) knowledge.

Languages: Excellent written and spoken English (B2 level)

Technical Skills: Detailed knowledge and direct experience with Control and Safety Systems (DCS, ESD/SIS, F&G, PLCs, MMS, CCS, RTU, SCADA). Familiar with related codes and standards. SPI knowledge.

IT Skills: Good skills in using the main computer software programs

Travel: You will have the opportunity to travel abroad based on project assignments, with availability to travel for short and long periods in Italy and abroad.

What Can We Offer To You

• Permanent Contract
• Corporate Benefits: health insurance, internal gym, discounts and partnerships, services related to health, family, well-being, and in-house cafeteria
• Hybrid working model: Smart Working options and flexible hours
• One Saipem Way: skills development, career growth, collaborative environment
• Location: Milano Santa Giulia

Additional Information

We support your development! If you think you can contribute to our business development in the future, apply through our spontaneous application form.

We embrace diversity! Our culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, inclusion and the belief that our differences drive progress.

Safety and Sustainability matter to us. We focus on health and safety and environmental preservation.

Find out more on our career page here.

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Senioritty level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Industries: Oil and Gas

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