Instrument Engineer-Reliability

Tronox; Yanbu`; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical industry is seeking an experienced Instrumentation Engineer to oversee engineering studies and manage reliability improvement programs. The role involves designing instrumentation systems, providing technical guidance, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a degree in Instrumentation or Electronics, along with significant experience in heavy chemical or petrochemical industries.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience as an Instrumentation Engineer in heavy Chemical/Petrochemical industries.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Technical knowledge of multiple plant control systems including DCS, ESD, and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Design and review instrumentation systems and assist during commissioning.
• Provide technical guidance to assess plant technical issues.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Root Cause Analysis

Technical Writing

Communication

Decision Making

Education

Diploma or degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, or related fields

Job description

The primary role is to oversee long-term engineering studies related to plant instrumentation, manage reliability improvement programs, and ensure proper design and installation of instrumentation equipment in accordance with company standards.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Design & review of instrumentation systems, technical evaluations, review of vendor documents, and assist during commissioning of existing and new installations.
2. Provide input to department and function policies and procedures in line with company objectives.
3. Review and support Process Control System design, including engineering and factory/testing/site testing.
4. Prepare & execute maintenance projects, considering technology compatibility and financial feasibility.
5. Provide technical guidance to assess plant technical issues during operations and project executions.
6. Track & monitor equipment performance.
7. Conduct high-level electrical problem solving.
8. Collaborate with site expertise and third-party engineering firms to address instrumentation challenges.
9. Work with reliability & operational teams on elimination of bad actors using root cause analysis methods.
10. Develop and maintain equipment maintenance strategies applying RCM methodology.
11. Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
12. Ensure all unit equipment documentation is complete, accurate, and updated (data & spec sheets).
13. Review & update instrumentation procedures.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

1. Proficient in writing and editing project specifications and technical reports.
2. Strong written and oral communication skills.
3. Advanced troubleshooting skills and expertise in root cause analysis methodology.
4. Ability to perform independently in evaluation, judgment, and decision-making environments.
5. Technical knowledge of multiple plant control systems used in chemical/petrochemical/oil and gas facilities, including DCS, ESD, and PLCs.

EDUCATION

• Diploma or degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, or related fields.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 7 years’ experience as an Instrumentation Engineer in heavy Chemical/Petrochemical industries.
• At least 10 years’ experience as an Instrumentation specialist in similar industries.

ABOUT TRONOX

With nearly 7,000 employees across six continents, Tronox's diversity, vertical integration, and operational expertise position it as the leading titanium dioxide producer worldwide.