SENIOR CONTROL & INSTRUMENTATION ENGINEER (Control Systems Specialist)

Segula Technologies; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Johannesburg seeks a C&I Engineer with over 10 years of experience in design projects, specifically within the Oil & Gas sector. The role demands strong expertise in control systems and IEC/SABS standards, guiding junior engineers while ensuring compliance and delivering quality designs. Key responsibilities include developing control system architecture and leading project execution. Candidates with a BSc in Electrical Engineering and relevant professional registration will find this opportunity rewarding.

Qualifications

• 10+ years C&I design experience.
• 6+ years Oil & Gas experience.
• Functional safety experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute full C&I scope on EPC/EPCM projects.
• Develop control system architecture and functional design.
• Develop control narratives, shutdown logic and functional specifications.
• Develop instrumentation design (datasheets, loop drawings, BOQs).
• Maintain compliance with IEC/SABS standards.

Skills

Knowledge of IEC/SABS standards

Control system functional design expertise

SCADA/DCS/ESD design capability

SmartPlant Instrumentation proficiency

Strong communication & client interface capability

Technical documentation & specification skills

Ability to lead multidisciplinary coordination

Education

BSc / BEng Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Pr.Eng (ECSA)

Tools

SmartPlant Instrumentation

Job description

Company Description

At SEGULA Technologies you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and help shape the future within an engineering company that is at the heart of innovation. From 3D printing, augmented reality, connected vehicle to the factory of the future – new technologies are part of our 15,000 ingenious collaborators’ day‑to‑day life.

Company profile: https://www.segulatechnologies.com/en/

Experience

• 10+ years C&I design experience
• 6+ years Oil & Gas experience
• Functional safety experience
• Field instrumentation and control system commissioning experience

Responsibilities - Functional

• Execute full C&I scope on EPC/EPCM projects
• Develop control system architecture and functional design
• Develop control narratives, shutdown logic and functional specifications
• Develop instrumentation design (datasheets, loop drawings, BOQs)
• Develop fieldbus/communication network designs
• Develop fire & gas detection system designs
• Develop P&IDs reflecting C&I scope
• Review and approve design outputs of team members
• Liaise with clients, vendors, internal disciplines
• Maintain compliance with IEC/SABS standards

Commitment & Authorisations

• Authorised to approve C&I deliverables
• Authorised to perform vendor technical adjudications
• Authorised to validate compliance with IEC/SABS and safety standards

Objectives of the function

• Deliver safe and compliant C&I designs
• Ensure functional integration across disciplines
• Provide leadership in control systems engineering
• Support commissioning and functional testing
• Guide junior engineers and develop team capability

Mission and tasks

• Develop control narratives and shutdown philosophies
• Develop SCADA, DCS and ESD functional designs
• Prepare SIL documentation, verification and functional safety design
• Prepare SmartPlant Instrumentation deliverables
• Develop wiring/loop diagrams and instrument specifications
• Perform communication network design
• Develop fire & gas system documentation
• Perform hazardous area classification and instrument selection
• Perform control valve sizing and selection
• Prepare technical specifications and enquiry documentation
• Review vendor documentation for design integrity
• Perform installation BOQs and site supervision
• Support commissioning and plant functional testing

Skills

• Strong knowledge of IEC/SABS standards
• Expertise in control system functional design
• Strong SCADA/DCS/ESD design capability
• SmartPlant Instrumentation proficiency
• Strong communication & client interface capability
• Technical documentation & specification skills
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary coordination

Prerequisites

• Ability to interpret P&IDs and MFDs
• Knowledge of hazardous area classification
• Understanding of functional safety (SIL)

Qualifications

• BSc / BEng Electrical or Electronic Engineering (Required)
• Pr.Eng (ECSA – Required)