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We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Instrumentation Engineer with a minimum of 12 years of specialization in Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Turbines, field instrumentation, and turbine supervisory instrumentation (TSI). The ideal candidate should possess a comprehensive understanding of thermal power plant processes, DCS/PLC systems, governing valve tuning, and logic implementation, along with familiarity with Yokogawa or Emerson control systems and a solid grasp of generator-related instrumentation.Responsibilities:- Lead instrumentation tasks for MHI turbine systems, encompassing installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of critical TSI systems.- Manage and oversee field instrumentation throughout the plant, including pressure, temperature, flow, level transmitters, control valves, and analyzers.- Execute governing valve tuning, feedback loop calibration, and dynamic response analysis to optimize turbine control.- Conduct logic review, validation, and implementation for safety interlocks, process control sequences, and automation logic in DCS/PLC platforms.- Work hands-on with Yokogawa or Emerson DCS systems for graphics, logic configuration, and control loop tuning.- Collaborate with OEMs, consultants, and interdisciplinary teams during turbine overhauls, commissioning, and routine operation phases.- Monitor generator parameters and provide support for instrumentation activities related to generator protection, excitation system, and temperature monitoring.- Prepare and maintain documentation, loop diagrams, P&IDs, instrument index, and calibration records in accordance with ISO and power industry standards.- Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) for instrumentation failures or process deviations.- Ensure adherence to HSE standards and foster a culture of safe work practices.Core Competencies & Skills:- Extensive hands-on experience with MHI Turbine Instrumentation and Supervisory Instrumentation (TSI).- Profound field experience in the installation, calibration, and maintenance of process instruments.- In-depth knowledge of thermal power plant operations, particularly Boiler-Turbine-Generator (BTG) systems.- Expertise in governing valve control, actuator tuning, and PID loop optimization.- Proficiency in DCS/PLC systems with a working understanding of Yokogawa CENTUM VP and/or Emerson Ovation/DeltaV platforms.- Understanding of logic diagrams, interlock matrices, and sequence control strategies.- Exposure to generator instrumentation including stator/rotor temperature, hydrogen/oil seal systems, and protection devices.- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.Additional Requirements (Preferred):- Familiarity with international instrumentation standards such as ISA, IEC, IEEE.,