Principal Instrumentation and Control Engineer

The key objectives for this role are:

• Develop and oversee advanced instrumentation and control systems that ensure efficiency and reliability.
• Provide in-depth technical support and guidance for complex automation challenges.
• Ensure all systems meet safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Integrate cutting-edge technology to improve control systems and process automation.
• Lead teams and manage projects from concept to implementation.
• Enhance the performance and accuracy of control systems to boost operational efficiency.

Expected:

• Bachelor s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering as a minimum
• At least 20 years of experience in Oil & Gas projects Design from Conceptual stage to Detailed Design Stage.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in Principal Engineer position for a Major Greenfield/Brownfield Project FEED/Detailed Design.
• Proven experience in selecting instrumentation and control equipment, developing control strategies, and preparing specifications.
• Preferred candidates have expertise in control system design, including control loop design, field instrumentation (sensors, transmitters, actuators), and communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus).
• Experience in managing a team of 50+ engineers and Designers
• Experience in coordination of the satellite office teams and managing the productivity and quality
• Hands-on experience in industry software, such as in tools.
• Exclusively worked on EPC/ EPCm projects.
• Must be self-motivated, results-oriented, multi-tasking and be flexible to work well under tight schedules in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary team environment
• Able to communicate in English both verbally and in writing with other disciplines & multinational work forces in an effective manner
• Knowledge of engineering work planning and control methods, inter-discipline coordination.
• Knowledge of related construction practices and the economics involved.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

Design and Development:

• Develop Instrumentation & Control designs from the Conceptual Stage through the Detailed Design Stage, providing sustainable and efficient solutions.
• Lead the design, modification, and analysis of instrumentation and control systems for large Oil and Gas Projects, including existing plant debottlenecking (Brownfield) and new greenfield installations.
• Develop control strategies for implementation in Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Fire and Gas Systems (F&G). Prepare specifications for the procurement of instrumentation and control equipment.
• Identify and review new technology developments and selection of techno-economical field and control systems that could provide more cost-effective facilities.
• Assist in the preparation, review, and approval of project documents for the Instrumentation Discipline, including:
• Instrumentation Design Basis and philosophy documents
• Specifications for Instrumentation and Instrumented Control and Safety Systems (DCS/ESD/F&G).
• Specifications for Machine Monitoring Systems, Integrated Turbine Control Systems, Anti-Surge Controls, Load Sharing & Performance Controls for Compressors, Steam Turbine Controls and Package Control Systems (BMS, Flare Control Panel, etc).
• Experience in OT Cybersecurity for Instrumented Control and Safety Systems and Package Control Systems.
• Calculations for SIS loops, orifice sizing, control valve sizing, thermowell wake frequency, etc.
• Design specifications and datasheets for various field instruments, control valves and on-off valves, DCS/ESD systems, F&G systems, liquid and gas analyzers, gas chromatographs, condition monitoring systems, etc.
• Functional Design Specifications, Instrumentation Drawings such as Control System Architectures, DCS functional logic, PLC logic, hook-up drawings, loop drawings, wiring diagrams, interface drawings, cable block diagrams, cable schedules, panel layout drawings, cable routing drawings, cable tray/duct layouts, instrument layouts, instrument installation details, junction box wiring, instrument interconnection drawings, etc.
• LLI items/MTOs/Project cost estimates for Instrumentation LLI s and Control Systems
• Performance of bid evaluation and vendor document review and approval for Control Systems, Field Instruments, Control Valves, on-off valves, DCS/ESD systems, F&G systems, liquid and gas analyzers, gas chromatographs.
• FAT and SAT procedures and attendance at the testing of control systems during FAT and SAT
• Review and design of OEM adequacy studies and reports for existing Control Systems, Control Valves and Field instruments.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., API, ISA, ANSI, AGA, ISO, IEC, and client specifications).
• Evaluate supplier/subcontractor technical bids for compliance with internal and client specifications and scopes of work.
• Review vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for adequacy of I&C design input requirements.
• Optimize design solutions to meet budget constraints without compromising quality and safety.
• Prepare and review I&C materials technical reports, method statements, vendor technical clarifications, and technical bid evaluation reports.

Leadership Skill:

• Lead and mentor a team of Instrumentation & Control engineers and designers, serving as the primary point of contact for I&C engineering matters.
• Identify technical issues, define alternative solutions, establish pros and cons for multiple solutions, and make recommendations through official project documents such as technical queries and technical deviations.
• Allocate tasks, provide guidance, and issue clear directions to ensure effective and efficient project execution.
• Develop project schedules, ensure adherence to timelines and budgets, and monitor project schedules on submissions of I&C deliverables.
• Coordinate with project/Engineering managers, procurement, construction, and other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions.