Instrumentation Engineer

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid scheme

Pension fund

Skills development

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Instrumentation Engineer to join our client's operations in Welkom. You will oversee selection, installation, calibration, and maintenance of instruments and sensors to ensure safe, reliable process control in an energy-focused setting.

The role requires a degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering with at least five years in industrial environments, familiarity with ATEX/SIL, and strong troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Instrumentation Engineer in an industrial or energy environment.
• Proven experience with process instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level).
• Knowledge of process control loops and diagnostic techniques.
• Familiarity with ATEX and SIL safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Select, install, calibrate, and maintain process instruments, including transmitters, sensors, valves, and analyzers.
• Develop and implement calibration procedures and schedules to ensure measurement accuracy.
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation systems, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational integrity.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to optimize instrument performance and reliability.
• Ensure instrumentation work complies with safety regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Maintain detailed records of instrument performance, calibration, and maintenance activities.

Skills

Instrumentation engineering

Process instrumentation

Calibration

Troubleshooting

Safety standards

Education

Diploma in Instrumentation Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering

Tools

ATEX standards

SIL standards

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Instrumentation Engineer to join their operational team in Welkom . This role is integral to ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and safety of measurement and control systems within the energy sector. You will be responsible for the selection, installation, calibration, and maintenance of a wide range of instruments and sensors. This position offers a significant opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a critical industrial setting in the Free State province.

Key Responsibilities

• Select, install, calibrate, and maintain various process instruments, including transmitters, sensors, valves, and analyzers.
• Develop and implement calibration procedures and schedules to ensure measurement accuracy.
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation systems, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational integrity.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to optimize instrument performance and reliability.
• Ensure all instrumentation work complies with safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
• Maintain detailed records of instrument performance, calibration, and maintenance activities.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Instrumentation Engineer in an industrial or energy environment.
• Proven experience with various types of field instruments (e.g., pressure, temperature, flow, level).
• Knowledge of process control loops and diagnostic techniques.
• Familiarity with relevant safety standards (e.g., ATEX, SIL).
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a meticulous approach to work.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Contribution to a medical aid scheme and pension fund.
• Opportunities for skills development and further training.
• Stable employment within a reputable organization in Welkom .
• Work on essential infrastructure projects impacting the region.