Senior Engineering Specialist

This is a challenging opportunity to work as a Senior Instrument and Controls Engineer on various projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in instrument and control engineering, preferably in the oil and gas, power, or energy sectors.

• Carry out instrument and control concept design, feasibility studies, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities.
• Develop instrument and control architecture and block diagrams, specifications, data sheets, instrument engineering index, IO list, IO summary, instrument tie-in list, electrical and instrument interface list, cable schedule, instrument cable routing drawings, instrument location plans, hook-up drawings, MTO, and assist in instrument and control costing.
• Selection and evaluation of instrument and control equipment/systems such as DCS, SIS, FGS, PLC, SCADA, TGS, MMS, FAS, PAGA, CCTV, Telecom, Cybersecurity, and other sub-systems.
• Participate in HAZOP/HAZID/SIL assessment workshops and provide inputs related to instrument and control discipline.
• Review and comment on instrument design inputs such as P&IDs, process data for instruments, process descriptions, plot plans, equipment data sheets, etc.
• Carry out site surveys for greenfield and brownfield projects and generate site survey reports, instrument and control tie-in plans, and schedules.
• Organize and arrange meetings with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and drive the project to meet the I&C stipulated schedules.
• Perform FAT, i-FAT of control systems and instruments at vendor workshops independently and ability to comment and witness the equipment performance requirements.
• Carry out SAT, i-SAT, loop test, interlock, function test, and assist in I&C pre-commissioning and commissioning activities at sites.
• Interface with vendors/suppliers for budgetary quotes, vendor design deliverables including reviews and final approvals by clients.
• Prepare instrument and control project closeout, develop/update lessons learned, and document.

• Focusing on engineering quality and schedule.
• Preparing (EEP) engineering execution plan for the project.
• Planning and scheduling instrument and control activities to meet the overall schedule.
• Interacting with clients, interpreting their needs and requirements, and aligning teams internally with expectations.
• Assisting in developing fit-for-purpose design and engineering quality compliance systems (workflows) including standard templates.
• Reviewing I&C engineering tasks and initiating necessary corrective actions under guidance from engineering managers.

• Carrying out site surveys, field studies, and reviews as required in full compliance with safety protocols and guidelines.
• Participating in constructability reviews, assisting with documentation.
• Supporting development of tie-in schedules and shutdown plans for I&C activities.
• Supporting development of pre-commissioning/commissioning plans.
• Assisting construction managers as needed.

• No supervisory responsibility currently.
• Depending on individual interests, strengths, and organizational needs, supervisory role may be offered if desired.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Instrument and Control engineering preferred.
• A minimum of ten years of related experience in project development and engineering, consulting, FEED/EPC preferably in Oil & Gas, Power, and Energy industry.
• Demonstrated proficiency in instrument and control engineering.
• Good knowledge and technical know-how of DCS, SIS, FGS, PLC, SCADA systems.
• Conversant with relevant local and international code and standards related to instrument and control.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of SPI/INTOOLS preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills, detail-oriented, highly organized, and self-motivated.
• Able to efficiently and effectively handle multiple and shifting priorities while working on multiple proposals and projects and meeting tight deadlines.
• Delivery-focused approach, take ownership, and drive activities for closure as per client expectations.
• Good project background and technical writing ability and skills.
• Proactive and resourceful with good initiative.
• Independent contributor who can work well with minimal supervision.
• Candidates are required to explain their work experience in detail in their CV.