Ghobashgroup

Senior Instrumentation Engineer

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates · On-site · Full-time

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EmployerGhobashgroup
LocationAbu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFull-time
Employer posted12 days ago

Lead and review instrumentation detail design deliverables, including instrument index, datasheets, loop diagrams, hook-ups, cable schedules, JB schedules, I/O lists, and cause & effect matrices.
Develop and review P&IDs, control philosophies, and instrumentation design basis for offshore facilities.
Ensure design compliance with client specifications, international standards (IEC, ISA, API, ISO), and hazardous area requirements.
Review and approve instrument sizing and selection for flow, level, pressure, temperature, analyzers, control valves, PSVs, and F&G devices.
Review vendor documents and package instrumentation for compliance and integration.
Support SIL studies (HAZOP, LOPA, SIL verification) and implement outcomes in design.
Specify and review control and safety systems (DCS, ESD, F&G, PCS/SIS) and their interfaces with packages and third-party systems.
Prepare technical requisitions, bid evaluations, and technical clarifications.
Attend vendor kick-off meetings, inspections, FAT, and expedite as required.
Manage vendor data reviews and close out technical queries.
Provide site engineering support during construction, installation, and hook-up, including resolving RFIs, NCRs, and field changes.
Verify installation quality against approved drawings, specifications, and hazardous area requirements.
Lead loop checks, calibration, pre-commissioning, and commissioning support, including SAT and punch list closure.
Coordinate with construction, commissioning, and QA/QC teams to keep the schedule and quality on track.
Support offshore hook-up and commissioning campaigns and mobilization where required.
Plan, monitor, and report discipline progress, man-hours, and budget.
Interface with process, electrical, telecom, mechanical, piping, and structural disciplines.
Manage client comments, technical queries, and change management, including variation orders.
Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers and review their deliverables.
Ensure HSE, quality, and document control requirements are met.

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Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, or Control Engineering (or equivalent).
Minimum 10 years of experience in oil & gas, with substantial experience in offshore EPC projects.
Proven experience in detail engineering of instrumentation and control systems.
Hands-on site experience covering construction support, loop checking, pre-commissioning, and commissioning.
Strong knowledge of DCS, ESD, and F&G systems, hazardous area classification, and SIL concepts.
Experience with engineering software such as SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI/INtools), AutoCAD, or equivalent.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Personal Attributes:

Strong willingness to learn and adapt to a dynamic project environment.
Attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.
Effective communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
Ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
Willingness to work on-site at various ADNOC project locations in Abu Dhabi.
Flexibility to work in shifts and extended hours as project demands require.

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