Instrumentation and Control Engineer (Saudi Arabia)

Eram Talent; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Instrumentation and Control Engineer in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining control systems for industrial applications. Candidates should have 6 years of experience in power, water, or oil & gas sectors, with strong knowledge of PLC, DCS, and instrumentation technologies. The position offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment focused on enhancing operational efficiency and safety.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in I&C Engineering in power, water, or oil & gas sectors.
• Strong understanding of PLC, DCS, SCADA, and instrumentation technologies.
• Hands-on knowledge of GTG, STG, HRSG, Desalination, T&D, and wastewater treatment instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical solutions to operations & maintenance issues in I&C systems.
• Evaluate obsolete systems and recommend reliable alternatives.
• Conduct site surveys and develop technical scopes for CAPEX / OPEX projects.
• Review and prepare engineering documents and designs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Skills

Control systems understanding

Team work

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Eram Talent is actively seeking a proficient Instrumentation and Control Engineer for a prominent role in Saudi Arabia. The selected candidate will play a vital part in the design, implementation, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems used in various industrial applications. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficiency and safety of operations by integrating state‑of‑the‑art instrumentation technologies.

Your expertise will be critical in the development of instrumentation and control solutions that meet client specifications and operational requirements. You will also have the opportunity to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance productivity and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical solutions to operations & maintenance issues in I&C systems
• Evaluate obsolete systems and recommend reliable alternatives
• Conduct site surveys and develop technical scopes for CAPEX / OPEX projects
• Review and prepare engineering documents, designs, control strategies, and material specs
• Participate in HAZOP, RCA, RCM, and other reliability / improvement studies
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Contribute to I&C standard updates and participate in technical evaluations
• Support technology assessments, energy‑saving initiatives, and internal audits

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field.
• 6 years of experience in I&C Engineering in power, water, or oil & gas sectors
• Strong understanding of control systems, PLC, DCS, SCADA, and instrumentation technologies.
• Hands‑on knowledge of GTG, STG, HRSG, Desalination, T&D, and wastewater treatment instrumentation
• Proficient in SAP, MS Office, and related engineering software
• Experience with reliability tools (RCM, RCA, IPF) and technical evaluations
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment and independently when required.
• Willingness to travel and work in diverse environments as needed.