C&I Engineer

Air Products Inc; Saudi Arabia; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Products Inc. is seeking an Instrument Engineer for their facility in Jazan, Saudi Arabia. This role involves overseeing instrumentation and controls systems, ensuring safe and efficient plant operations. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of experience and an engineering degree, focusing on teamwork and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of relevant experience in chemical, refinery, or gas plant maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with plant instrumentation related to temperature, pressure, flow.
• Basic understanding of computer networks.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering evaluation and technical direction for Instrument & Controls systems.
• Support construction and commissioning of plants.
• Develop detailed engineering specifications for systems components.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem Solving

Communication

Change Management

Education

Engineering degree (BSEE preferred)

Tools

Siemens PCS7 DCS

Control Valves

Gas Analyzers

Job description

At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what’s possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.

Reimagine What’s Possible

Purpose

To lead in providing Instrument & Controls engineering oversight to ensure the safe & reliable operation of plant facilities under JIGPC in Jazan, Saudi Arabia.

Nature & Scope

Properly functioning Instrumentation & Controls are critical to the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the plant facilities and associated equipment & systems. As a member of the site engineering team, the Instrument Engineer will lead interactions routinely with plant operations, maintenance, and engineering personnel to provide “hands-on” field-engineering & troubleshooting support, instructions, and technical guidance related to the site’s Instrumentation & Controls systems. The position emphasizes teamwork, communication, organization, change management, work process optimization, planning, leadership, and hands-on technical skills with comprehensive knowledge across engineering disciplines.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

Safety

• Provide & maintain a safe work environment for self & others. Employ good housekeeping methods and demonstrate leadership with all company & industry safe work processes to prevent injuries.

Engineering:

• Lead in the provision of engineering evaluation & determinations, issue technical direction & guidance, and oversee inspection & quality assurance initiatives for all Instrument & Controls systems & equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, calibration, repair, and test activities.
• Support & guide during the construction & commissioning of the plants. Maintain accurate document control and monitor quality assurance initiatives.
• Develop detailed engineering specifications (including sizing calculations) for procurement of Instrument & Controls systems components and equipment.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of Instrument & Controls systems & equipment standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Implement and maintain compliance with all Critical Safety Circuits (CSS), Safety Integrity Levels (SIL), and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) programs.
• Support troubleshooting, maintenance, calibration, repair, and testing activities for plant gas analyzers.
• Develop and manage a risk-based inspection and calibration program for all Instrument & Controls systems & equipment.
• Establish relationships with inspection bureaus, maintain relevant standards, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Participate in project development and management activities, including scope, budget, and schedule.
• Support the development of the annual budget for Instrument & Controls maintenance and activities.
• Promote teamwork through good communication, listening, and problem resolution.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and internal/external customers.
• Participate in industry best practice meetings and apply relevant insights.
• Support and mentor local instrument technicians.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Engineering degree (BSEE preferred) with over 10 years of relevant experience in chemical, refinery, or gas plant maintenance, inspection, or engineering.
• Hands-on experience configuring, calibrating, troubleshooting, and repairing plant instrumentation related to temperature, pressure, flow, voltage, etc.
• Experience with Siemens PCS7 DCS, field instrumentation, gas analyzers, and control valves.
• Basic understanding of computer networks; strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of SIL, SIS, SIF, SCADA, and industry standards (API, ISA, NEC/IEC, NFPA, ASME), preferably including Saudi Aramco standards.
• Desirable experience in gas analyzers, advanced process controls, MPC, plant maintenance, and Profibus.

We are the world’s largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.

At Air Products, we prioritize safety, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring everyone belongs and matters. To learn more, visit About Air Products.