Instrumentation Engineer - Relocate to Saudi Arabia

aramco; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Instrumentation Engineer to join their team and support operations in Saudi Arabia. This exciting role involves designing, developing, and troubleshooting instrumentation systems across various facilities, including gas plants and refineries. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the oil and gas sector, with a strong focus on optimizing solutions and enhancing safety. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to innovative projects while working for a leading global energy company committed to excellence and societal impact.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in oil & gas or instrumentation.
• Certifications such as ISA-CAP, CFSP, or PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support instrumentation systems across gas plants and refineries.
• Conduct engineering studies to enhance safety and efficiency.

Skills

Instrumentation Systems Design

Troubleshooting

Engineering Standards Development

Cost Analyses

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s or PhD in Engineering

Tools

Control Valves

Flow Measurement Devices

Safety Valves

Job description

Instrumentation Engineer - Relocate to Saudi Arabia

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Location: Saudi Arabia (relocation required)

Job Overview

Aramco, a global leader in energy, is seeking an experienced Instrumentation Engineer to support our operations in Saudi Arabia. The role involves designing, developing, installing, and troubleshooting instrumentation systems across various facilities, including gas plants, refineries, and petrochemical plants.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support all types of instrumentation such as level, temperature, pressure sensors, control valves, safety valves, and flow measurement devices.
2. Conduct engineering studies to optimize solutions, enhance safety, and improve process efficiency.
3. Lead or participate in incident investigations and technical problem-solving teams.
4. Develop and maintain engineering standards, specifications, and best practices aligned with industry codes.
5. Evaluate vendor capabilities and act as a technical liaison during procurement and project execution.
6. Perform technical evaluations and participate in bid reviews for instrumentation equipment.
7. Research and implement new technologies to improve operational performance.
8. Conduct cost analyses and value engineering to recommend cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Instrumentation, Mechanical, Electrical); Master’s or PhD preferred.
• Minimum 20 years of relevant experience, ideally with major oil & gas companies or instrumentation suppliers.
• Experience in sizing and selecting plant instrumentation components.
• Certifications such as ISA-CAP, CFSP, TUV FSEng, PE license, or Chartered Engineer are preferred.
• Knowledge of safety and gas detection systems is advantageous.
• Proficiency with industry standards (API, ISO, ASME, IEC, ISA, IEEE).
• Experience in HAZOP, SIL, P&ID review, and control systems.
• Understanding communication protocols like DNP3, Modbus, FieldBus, etc.
• Active membership in professional societies (ISA, IEEE) for at least 3 years.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Oil and Gas

Interested candidates must be willing to relocate to Saudi Arabia. Apply now to join a leading global energy company committed to innovation and societal contribution.