Senior Instrumentation and Automation Engineer
Location
CIS,
Work format
Specialization
Instrumentation and Automation
Work experience
10 years
Employment
Working schedule
Full employment
Responsibilities:
- Design and Engineering: Lead the development of detailed instrumentation and automation designs for Oil & Gas facilities
- Instrumentation Systems: Selection and specification of field instruments, control valves, transmitters, sensors, and analyzers
- Automation Systems: Design and programming of control systems, including Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems
- Safety Systems: Design of Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD) in compliance with IEC 61511 and other relevant standards
- Communication Networks: Design of industrial communication networks, including Ethernet, Modbus, Profibus, and other protocols
- Develop Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), loop diagrams, and control schematics using CAD software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation
- Prepare technical specifications, design calculations, and construction drawings
- Conduct Functional Safety Assessments (FSA) and develop Safety Requirement Specifications (SRS)
- Design and layout of cable trays, conduits, and cable routing for instrumentation and control systems
- Develop cable schedules and ensure proper segregation of power, control, and instrumentation cables
- Specify cable types and classes
- Develop detailed hook-up drawings for the installation of field instruments, including process connections, mounting details, and wiring
- Create MTO lists for all instrumentation and control components
- MR Material Requisition, Technical Bid Evaluation and Vendor Drawings Commenting and follow up
- Project Management: Manage instrumentation and automation projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, and quality standards
- Develop project plans, schedules, and resource allocations
- Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to the Engineering Manager and project team
- Coordinate with other engineering disciplines (e.g., electrical, mechanical, process) to ensure integrated project delivery
- Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers
- Conduct design reviews, HAZOP (Hazard and Operability)
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Process Control Engineering or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably within the Oil & Gas sector
- Proficiency in electrical engineering design software (e.g., SP3D, AutoCAD, Exilentia, Smart Plant Instumentation)
- Proven experience in Project engineering of Concept, FEED, Detail Design and EPC Project
- Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE, API)
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to travel to project sites as required
- Experience with onshore Oil & Gas projects
- Familiarity with hazardous area classifications and electrical safety standards
- Experience with project management tools and software