Commissioning Instrument Technician

ASIAN SEALAND OFFSHORE AND MARINE PTE. LTD.; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the marine and offshore industry seeks an Instrumentation and Control Systems Engineer. The incumbent will be responsible for the commissioning, inspection, and troubleshooting of control systems. This role involves collaboration with engineers, effective documentation, and adherence to industry standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in instrumentation and at least 5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in commissioning or instrumentation in marine/offshore environments.
• Strong understanding of process control instrumentation and ICSS systems.
• Able to communicate effectively in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for commissioning, inspection, testing, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems.
• Review P&IDs and instrument loop diagrams.
• Conduct functional testing and troubleshooting of control loops.

Skills

Process control instrumentation

Loop testing

ICSS systems

Communications protocols

Education

Certificate in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Control Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for the commissioning, inspection, testing, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems for marine and offshore projects. Ensures proper functioning and integration of field instruments with control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and interpret P&IDs, instrument loop diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Verify proper installation, tagging, and routing of instruments, impulse lines, and instrument cables.
• Perform continuity and insulation resistance tests on instrument cables.
• Conduct visual inspections to ensure compliance with installation standards.
• Assist in start-up pre-checks, line walks, and punch list generation and clearance on marine E&I systems (ICSS, FGS, I/O systems, telecom, lighting, MV/LV circuits).
• Conduct loop checks and functional testing of control loops from field devices to DCS/PLC/SCADA.
• Validate alarm and trip settings and support system configuration checks.
• Collaborate with control engineers during software testing and control loop tuning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve faults in instruments and control systems.
• Understand communications protocols and control topologies (including ICSS).
• Update and mark-up documentation to reflect as-built conditions.
• Accurately record test results, calibration data, and commissioning activities.
• Maintain organized commissioning records and handover documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Certificate in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Control Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in commissioning or instrumentation in marine/offshore environments.
• Strong understanding of process control instrumentation, loop testing, and ICSS systems.
• Familiarity with international standards and marine classification requirements.
• Able to communicate effectively in English and Chinese to liaise with Chinese-speaking clients and counterparts.
• Willingness to work in offshore/yard environments and in shift rotation if required.