Process Control & Automation Engineer

Client of Brunel; Saudi Arabia; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas sector is seeking a Process Control & Automation Engineer to join their Process Automation & Systems Division. The role involves utilizing extensive experience in automation systems design and providing technical expertise to enhance operational efficiency. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 15 years of relevant experience, particularly in automation technologies and process safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in oil & gas engineering.
• Experience with DCS or SIS systems.
• Lead engineer in major automation projects.

Responsibilities

• Implement safety instrumented systems and control systems.
• Conduct engineering studies for optimal solutions.
• Review vendor capabilities and maintain engineering standards.

Skills

Automation technologies

Process safety

Engineering standards

Technical expertise

Cost analysis

Control schemes design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree or PhD

Job description

Job Title: Process Control & Automation Engineer

We are seeking a Process Control & Automation Engineer to join our Process Automation & Systems Division under the Process and Control Systems Department.

The Process and Control Systems Department provides services in process engineering, automation, new energy, and digitalization to various entities within the company.

As a Process Control & Automation Engineer, your role will utilize your experience in automation systems design, installation, and commissioning for Oil & Gas facilities. You will provide professional advice regarding operational processes, equipment, technology, facility design, and solutions to operational and maintenance issues.

You will be responsible for:

1. Implementation of safety instrumented systems (SIS), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), distributed control systems (DCS), and Turbo Machinery control.
2. Executing process control for hydrocarbon, gas plants, NGL fractionation plants, refineries, petrochemical plants, pipelines, and distribution facilities.
3. Originate and carry out engineering studies to determine optimal solutions to complex technical problems, increase revenue, reduce costs, and improve process safety.
4. Participate in and provide technical expertise for process safety reviews such as HAZOP studies, SIL analysis, and qualitative risk assessments.
5. Perform cost analyses and value engineering studies to recommend cost-effective solutions to technical issues.
6. Review and evaluate vendor and contractor capabilities to determine their suitability for major services to the company. Act as a company representative in technical dealings with vendors, manufacturers, and design firms.
7. Develop and maintain engineering standards, material specifications, procedures, and best practices to enhance profitability, safety, and productivity.
8. Evaluate and introduce best practices and new technologies to enable the company to achieve top performance in the oil and gas sector.
9. Conduct seminars and technical exchange meetings to promote new technologies and best practices among engineering personnel and facilities.

Desired Candidate Profile:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Chemical or Electrical Engineering. A Master’s degree or PhD is a plus but not required.
2. Minimum of 15 years of professional experience as an engineer in charge of technical work in the relevant field.
3. Experience with the latest automation technologies, including DCS or SIS systems.
4. Participation as lead engineer in major automation system projects, including commissioning and startup activities.
5. Previous employment with a major international oil & gas company or automation system supplier.
6. Participation in HAZOP and SIL analysis studies for oil & gas facilities.
7. Design and implementation experience of control schemes such as boiler control, motor control, burner management, and compressor control.
8. Experience with process automation networks, switches, routers, domain management, and communication protocols.
9. Experience with turbine and compressor control applications and systems.

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