I & CS Design Lead

Trs Staffing Solutions, Inc.; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Trs Staffing Solutions, Inc. in Johannesburg seeks an experienced Instrumentation & Control Systems Design Lead to provide technical leadership and oversee delivery of instrumentation and control systems design on major mining, energy, industrial, and infrastructure projects.

The role is based in Johannesburg and offers opportunities to lead multidisciplinary teams from concept through commissioning. You will drive technical excellence, coordinate interfaces, mentor designers, and ensure

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in instrumentation and control systems design for mining, energy, petrochemical, or industrial projects.
• Proven experience leading design teams on EPCM/EPC projects.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation design, industrial automation and control system architecture.
• Field, commissioning, and construction support experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Instrumentation & Control Systems design activities on complex engineering projects.
• Review and approve instrument installation drawings, wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, and control system layouts.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design interfaces with process, piping, mechanical, electrical, and construction teams.
• Review vendor documentation for project specs and standards.
• Develop project schedules, manpower forecasts, progress reports, and execution plans.
• Participate in model reviews, design audits, constructability reviews, and site support.
• Ensure safety, quality, and project compliance.
• Mentor and develop designers, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.

Skills

Instrumentation design

Team leadership

Project planning

Industrial automation

DCS/PLC/SCADA

Education

Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Hexagon Smart Instrumentation

Hexagon Smart Review

P&ID

3D modelling platforms

Job description

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. They are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in their personnel, and helps them develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role.

We are seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Control Systems Design Lead to provide technical leadership and oversee the delivery of instrumentation and control systems design on major mining, energy, industrial, and infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams, drive technical excellence, and support project execution from concept through commissioning. The role is based in Johannesburg.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Instrumentation & Control Systems design activities on complex engineering projects.
• Review and approve instrument installation drawings, wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, control system layouts, and 3D model deliverables.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design interfaces with process, piping, mechanical, electrical, and construction teams.
• Review vendor documentation and ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Develop project schedules, manpower forecasts, progress reports, and execution plans.
• Participate in model reviews, design audits, constructability reviews, and site support activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and project requirements.
• Mentor and develop designers while promoting best practices and continuous improvement.

Qualifications And Skills Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Control Systems, or related discipline.
• Extensive experience in Instrumentation and Control Systems design within mining, minerals processing, energy, petrochemical, or industrial projects.
• Proven experience leading design teams on EPCM/EPC projects.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation design, industrial automation systems, and control system architecture.
• Practical field, commissioning, and construction support experience will be advantageous.

Technical Skills:

Advanced knowledge of:

• Hexagon Smart® Instrumentation.
• Smart 3D and 3D modelling platforms.
• Hexagon Smart® Review.
• Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Instrument installation and field design.
• Wiring and loop diagrams.
• DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems.
• Microsoft Office Suite.

Key Competencies:

• Technical leadership.
• Team management and mentoring.
• Project planning and coordination.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Quality and safety focus.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.