Senior Instrumentation Engineer - Energy Projects

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses (performance)

Hybrid work

Health & wellness

Career development

Durban projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Instrumentation Engineer to elevate energy project delivery. This hybrid role merges remote flexibility with in-office collaboration in Durban, focusing on designing and implementing instrumentation and control systems for power generation and distribution facilities.

The successful candidate will lead P&IDs, data sheets, and loop diagrams, support safety and regulatory compliance, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure reliable,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in instrumentation and control engineering, preferably within the energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of process control principles, PLCs, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Experience with various types of instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow, level sensors).
• Familiarity with ISA, IEC, and API standards.
• Hybrid work model with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Specify, design, and select instrumentation and control systems for energy projects.
• Develop P&IDs, instrument lists, data sheets, and loop diagrams.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and process engineers to integrate solutions.
• Oversee procurement, installation, calibration, and testing of instrumentation and control hardware and software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve instrumentation and control issues during project execution and plant operations.
• Contribute to HAZOP studies and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Process control principles

PLCs

DCS

SCADA systems

Instrumentation sensors

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Instrumentation Engineer to enhance their energy project delivery capabilities. This hybrid role offers a blend of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration in Durban . You will be responsible for the specification, design, and implementation of sophisticated instrumentation and control systems for diverse energy infrastructure, including power generation and distribution facilities. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of process control, and a commitment to ensuring the safety, efficiency, and reliability of critical energy assets through advanced technological solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Specify, design, and select instrumentation and control systems for various energy projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
• Develop P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), instrument lists, data sheets, and loop diagrams.
• Collaborate with project teams, including electrical, mechanical, and process engineers, to integrate instrumentation solutions seamlessly.
• Oversee the procurement, installation, calibration, and testing of instrumentation and control hardware and software.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex instrumentation and control issues during project execution and plant operations.
• Contribute to HAZOP studies and ensure that instrumentation designs meet all safety and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in instrumentation and control engineering, preferably within the energy sector .
• Strong knowledge of process control principles, PLCs, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Experience with various types of instrumentation (e.g., pressure, temperature, flow, level sensors) and their applications.
• Familiarity with international standards such as ISA, IEC, and API.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a hybrid work model, demonstrating strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement providing flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development in the dynamic energy industry .
• A collaborative work environment with exposure to challenging and impactful projects in Durban .