Instrumentation Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

• Strong Client Facing profile
• Strong team management and leadership profile
• Technical competence of instrument engineering personnel.
• Forecast requirement for instrument engineering resources and allocate those resources.
• Instrument design integrity of work scope and maintenance of standards.
• Identify instrument software necessary to enable instrument group to function effectively.
• Inter discipline communication development.
• Instrument group communication development.
• Prepare instrument man-hour estimate to perform project tasks.
• Check compliance with Alliance QA/safety/environment goals.
• Promote Alliance culture in instrument engineering group.
• Manage instrument design and any design changes within budget and schedule.
• Evaluate new technology advancements against existing design standards and revise where applicable.
• Promote cost reduction and productivity enhancing initiatives.
• Promote career development within the group.
• Identify and review new technology development which could be applicable in providing more cost effective facilities.
• Technical supervision of project designated instrument designers and draftsmen in the execution of their duty.
• Prepare weekly instrument progress and expenditure reports on a project specific basis.
• Benchmark instrument design/drafting and identify areas of improvement.
• Quality Assurance – Responsible for working within the provisions and guidelines of the Quality Assurance system relevant to the BU, etc
• Safety – Responsible for personal safety safe working practices for the BU, etc. Understand and follow OH&S procedures.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in in Instrumentation or equivalent degree associated with the discipline
• Must have relevant years’ experience in the area of expertise and in similar role in major oil & gas projects

Desired candidate profile

• Instrumentation Design Expertise: In-depth knowledge of instrumentation design principles, including the selection and specification of instruments for measurement and control systems.

• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in using instrumentation design software and tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SmartPlant Instrumentation) for creating diagrams and documentation.

• Project Management Skills: Strong ability to manage projects from conception to completion, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.

• System Integration: Experience in integrating instrumentation systems with process control systems (e.g., DCS, PLC) to ensure seamless operation.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, ISA) to ensure compliance in design and operation.

• Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot instrumentation issues and develop effective solutions during installation and operation.

• Collaboration Skills: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including process engineers, mechanical engineers, and safety personnel.

• Documentation Skills: Proficiency in preparing and maintaining technical documentation, including specifications, datasheets, and testing protocols.

• Quality Assurance: Understanding of quality management processes to ensure instrumentation systems meet required specifications and performance standards.

• Mentorship and Leadership: Experience in leading and mentoring junior engineers and technicians, fostering their professional development and ensuring a high standard of work.