Senior Control & Instrumentation Engineer – Project Lead

SGS; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is seeking a Senior Control and Instrumentation Engineer in South Africa to lead electrical, control, and instrumentation design within project deadlines. The role emphasizes disciplined strategy development, design output, and client liaison across a petrochemical context.

You will drive cost estimates, manage interfaces with suppliers, and ensure QA/safety compliance throughout project life cycles. The position demands 5–8 years of relevant experience, ECSA registration, and strong

Qualifications

• B. Sc/B. Eng. or B. Tech Electrical/Electronic Engineering and ECSA registration as a professional engineer.

Responsibilities

• Develop discipline strategy to meet project deliverables.
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Skills

Project management

Design criteria

Commercial principles

Technical documentation

Plant layout

Materials fundamentals

Construction & commissioning

Cost estimation

CAE software

Quality engineering

Education

B. Sc/B. Eng. or B. Tech Electrical/Electronic Engineering and ECSA registration as a professional engineer.

Tools

AutoCAD

CAE software

Job description

SGS is seeking a Senior Control and Instrumentation Engineer in South Africa to lead electrical, control, and instrumentation design within project deadlines. The role emphasizes disciplined strategy development, design output, and client liaison across a petrochemical context.

You will drive cost estimates, manage interfaces with suppliers, and ensure QA/safety compliance throughout project life cycles. The position demands 5–8 years of relevant experience, ECSA registration, and strong