Instrument Control Engineer | Oil & Gas | Saudi Arabia

Role Overview
The Instrument Control Engineer will be responsible for engineering, design, installation, testing, and commissioning of instrumentation and control systems for Oil & Gas projects, preferably Saudi Aramco–compliant projects. The role requires strong technical expertise in I&C engineering and strict adherence to international and Aramco standards.
Key Responsibilities

- Perform detailed engineering for instrumentation and control systems for Oil & Gas facilities.

- Prepare and review engineering deliverables including Instrument Index, I/O List, Datasheets, Loop Diagrams, Hook-up Drawings, Wiring Diagrams, and Control Philosophies.

- Design and review control systems such as DCS, PLC, SCADA, ESD, and F&G systems.

- Ensure compliance with Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards (SAES), IEC, IEEE, ISA, and international codes.

- Coordinate with process, electrical, mechanical, and piping disciplines during project execution.

- Review vendor documents and ensure technical compliance with project specifications.

- Support FAT, SAT, installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities.

- Troubleshoot instrumentation and control system issues during execution and operation phases.

- Participate in HAZOP, SIL, and safety review studies as required.

- Provide technical support to site teams and contractors.

Requirements

Qualification & Experience; Education: B.E./B.Tech in Instrumentation Engineering / Instrumentation & Control (I&C).; Experience: Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience in Instrumentation & Control Engineering.; Industry Experience: Proven experience in Oil & Gas projects .; Project Experience: Prior experience working on Saudi Aramco projects is highly preferred .; Skills & Competencies; Strong knowledge of Oil & Gas instrumentation and control systems.; Hands-on experience with DCS, PLC, SCADA, ESD, and F&G systems.; Familiarity with Saudi Aramco standards, specifications, and documentation practices.; Good understanding of field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level, analyzers).; Experience in FAT/SAT and commissioning activities.; Excellent coordination, communication, and documentation skills.; Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary project teams.