Remote Instrumentation Engineer – Process Automation

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Flexible remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Instrumentation Engineer to join a remote engineering team serving the process industries. You will lead design, implementation, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems across diverse plants, ensuring accuracy, reliability and safety of measurement devices.

Key responsibilities include developing P&IDs and loop diagrams, selecting instruments, calibrating equipment, troubleshooting remotely, and ensuring compliance with ISA/IEC standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of instrumentation engineering experience in oil & gas, chemical, or manufacturing sectors.
• Proficiency in P&ID development, loop design, and instrumentation specification.
• Familiarity with PLC/DCS systems and field communication protocols (HART, Foundation Fieldbus).
• Understanding of hazardous area classifications and explosion protection concepts.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and remote collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of SIL assessment and Safety Instrumented Systems is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify instrumentation systems, including sensors, transmitters, control valves, and SIS.
• Develop P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring schematics, and instrumentation specifications.
• Select appropriate instruments based on process requirements, hazardous area classifications, and industry standards.
• Develop calibration procedures and ensure instruments are calibrated and functioning correctly.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and control system issues, providing remote support to field technicians.
• Collaborate with process engineers, mechanical engineers, and project managers to ensure successful integration of instrumentation into plant operations.
• Develop and maintain instrument databases and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with ISA/IEC standards and safety regulations.
• Participate in HAZOP studies and risk assessments related to instrumentation.
• Stay current with advancements in instrumentation technology and control system architectures.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Remote teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Eng

Tools

P&ID development

PLC/DCS systems

HART/Fieldbus protocols

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Instrumentation Engineer to join a remote engineering team serving the process industries. You will lead design, implementation, and maintenance of instrumentation and control systems across diverse plants, ensuring accuracy, reliability and safety of measurement devices.

Key responsibilities include developing P&IDs and loop diagrams, selecting instruments, calibrating equipment, troubleshooting remotely, and ensuring compliance with ISA/IEC standards.