Instrumentation & Control Systems Design Engineer

Hire Resolve; Durban; Vor Ort; ZAR 600.000 - 750.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading engineering consultancy in Durban is looking for a highly experienced Instrumentation & Control Systems Design Engineer. The successful candidate will manage engineering projects, conduct site evaluations, and ensure quality delivery. Responsibilities include producing detailed designs, overseeing the tender process, and mentoring junior engineers. A minimum of 6 years of experience and a relevant degree are required. The company offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to work on heavy industry projects.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 6+ years in Instrumentation & Control Systems design.
• Strong technical background in field instrumentation and control system architecture.
• Ability to maintain quality in design delivery.

Aufgaben

• Manage assigned engineering projects and ensure client satisfaction.
• Produce detailed designs and tender documents.
• Conduct site visits and manage tender processes.

Kenntnisse

Instrumentation & Control Systems design

Project Management

Control system architecture

Mentoring

Interpersonal communication

Ausbildung

B.Tech. or B.Sc. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EPLAN

SmartPlant Instrumentation

Jobbeschreibung

A well‑established engineering consultancy is currently seeking a highly experienced Instrumentation & Control Systems Design Engineer to join their team.

Responsibilities

As an Instrumentation & Control Systems Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:

Project Management

• Preparing, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring assigned engineering projects.
• Interacting with clients to interpret requirements and ensure satisfaction.
• Performing quality control checks on budgets, schedules, plans, and team performance, with regular reporting.
• Coordinating with project directors/managers to optimize project delivery and profitability.
• Reviewing engineering tasks, initiating corrective actions where necessary.

Site Investigations

• Conduct site visits and develop evaluations on existing conditions.

Conceptual & Basic Design

• Prepare conceptual/basic design reports including preliminary designs, drawings, cost estimates, schedules, and implementation plans.
• Develop specifications for required equipment.

Detailed Design

• Produce detailed designs, tender drawings, schedules of quantities, contract documents, and cost/schedule estimates.
• Prepare equipment datasheets and specifications.
• Define field test methods and quality monitoring plans.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, practices, and standards.

Tender Process Supervision

• Manage tender issuance, notifications, adjudication, and reporting.

Construction Interface

• Address site queries, prepare monthly payment certificates, and oversee cost control and quality assurance.
• Conduct site visits to verify installations align with design intent.
• Support control and instrumentation system commissioning.

Administration & Support

• Assist with preparation of standards, drawing printing, issue control, contractor and client liaison.
• File and manage project documentation and correspondence.
• Provide guidance and on‑the‑job training for junior engineers and CAD staff.
• Follow ISO9001 procedures and maintain supporting documentation.

General

• Perform duties expected of a senior engineering role.
• Ensure strong use of MS Word, Excel, Project, and preferred control system design tools (e.g., EPLAN, AutoCAD, SmartPlant Instrumentation).
• Apply working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (OHS Act, SANS, IEC, ISA).

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 6+ years in Instrumentation & Control Systems design (design‑specific).
• Qualifications: B.Tech. or B.Sc. (Electrical/Electronic Engineering) or equivalent.
• Strong technical background in field instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature, level), control system architecture (PLC, DCS, SCADA), alarm management, and loop design.
• Exposure to heavy industry or petrochemical projects will be advantageous.
• Ability to be self‑driven, accurate, accountable and maintain quality in design delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Mentoring capability for junior engineers and technical oversight responsibility.

Benefits

• Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
  • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  • Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Lisa Meyer [e-mail].
  • You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail].
• We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.