Instrumentation and Control Engineer (Saudi Arabia)

Eram Talent; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 281,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

A top engineering firm is seeking a proficient Instrumentation and Control Engineer for a prominent role in Saudi Arabia. The role involves ensuring the efficiency and safety of operations through state-of-the-art instrumentation technologies. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 6 years of relevant experience, and the ability to work both independently and in teams. Proficiency in SAP and strong knowledge of control systems are essential.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in I&C Engineering in power, water, or oil & gas sectors.
• Hands-on knowledge of GTG, STG, HRSG, desalination, T&D, and wastewater treatment instrumentation.
• Ability to work effectively in team-oriented and independent environments.

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.
• Participate in HAZOP, RCA, RCM, and other reliability studies.

Skills

Control systems understanding

Proficient in SAP

Instrumentation technologies knowledge

Reliability tools experience

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PLC

DCS

SCADA

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.