Instrumentation and Control Lead Engineer

The Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Lead Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of instrumentation and control systems for petrochemical / industrial projects. This role involves overseeing all aspects of instrumentation and control engineering, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and coordinating with other engineering disciplines to achieve project objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management:

• Lead and manage the I&C engineering team to ensure the successful delivery of project milestones.
• Develop project schedules and ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate with project managers, procurement, construction, and other engineering disciplines.

Design and Development:

• Develop and review detailed design specifications, engineering documents, and drawings.
• Select appropriate instrumentation and control systems and components to meet project requirements.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Review Instrumentation and Control Systems Vendors offers, prepare Vendor Technical Clarifications and prepare Technical Bid Evaluation reports.
• Hands on experience of multi-disciplinary projects in Concept, and Detail Engineering of field Instrumentation, Control & Monitoring and Safety Shutdown Systems, including DCS, ESD and F&G, in the onshore / offshore O&G and petrochemical environment. Additionally, a practical design knowledge of Telecommunication Systems including CCTV, ACS, PA/GA, Control Systems Networks, Local Area Networks and Telephone Systems is desirable.
• Preparation of Instrumentation engineering deliverables including Specifications, Instrument Datasheets, Logic Diagrams etc.
• Check sizing calculations for Control Valves, Flow Meters, Pneumatic & Hydraulic Power Systems.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide technical guidance and support to the I&C engineering team.
• Conduct technical reviews and risk assessments.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively when managing multiple tasksMust be self-motivated, results oriented, and be flexible to work well under tight schedules in a fast paced multi-disciplinary team environment
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Excellent problem solving, initiative and analytical skills
• Good oral and written English skills able to produce fluent Documents, Reports, and Technical Notes

Stake-holder Management:

• Liaise with the Instrument Designers, vendors, and sub-contractors to ensure timely delivery and quality of instrumentation and control systems.
• Manage  interface meetings with Clients and Vendors to progress design scopes
• Evaluate and approve vendor proposals and technical documents.

Testing and Commissioning:

• Develop and oversee testing and commissioning plans for instrumentation and control systems.
• Ensure proper calibration, installation, and functioning of all instrumentation and control equipment.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including specifications, reports, as-built drawings and close-out reports.
• Provide regular progress reports to project stakeholders.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure all instrumentation and control activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Promote a culture of safety within the engineering team and across the project site.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering, / Electrical & Instrumentation, or a related field. UAE Equivalency Certificate for the degree is mandatory
• Master in Instrumentation Engineering / Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering, with a focus on petrochemical projects.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards (e.g., ISA, IEC, ANSI).
• Proficiency in engineering software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD, PLC programming, DCS systems).
• Excellent project management and leadership skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Work Environment:

• This position may require work in both office and field settings.
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.