Principal Instrumentation & Controls Eng

Job Overview: The Principal Instrumentation & Controls Eng is responsible for interpreting internal or external business issues and recommending best practices. They will be tasked with solving complex Instrumentation & Controls-related problems and will work independently with minimal guidance. The Principal Instrumentation & Controls Eng may be responsible for leading functional teams or projects and is regarded as a specialist in the field of Instrumentation & Controls. As such, they must have in-depth expertise in Instrumentation & Controls as well as broad knowledge of the Instrumentation & Controls discipline within the Engineering function.

Responsibilities

Perform conceptual, FEED, and detailed analyses and design as per design basis, project specifications, design codes, and standards; Apply in-depth skills and broad knowledge of the business to address complex problems and nonstandard situations; Prepare clear and accurate detailed design calculations and analyses including design reports and procedures; Manage own time to meet objectives and forecast and plan resource requirements; Direct medium or large Engineering team as Lead Engineer; Lead the Discipline engineering design of assigned work area within planned schedule and budget; Ensure interfaces and deliverables are clearly identified; Review and approve Discipline engineering design basis, philosophies, and technical specifications; Provide technical direction and review of Designers producing products related to Instrumentation and Controls Engineering; Assist procurement personnel in procuring Discipline equipment, materials, and services; Participate in HAZOP, SIL, and Classification Studies; Provide construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning support

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, or Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering; 15-20 years of experience in oil and gas with major contractors or consultants predominantly performing detail design; Detailed knowledge of design techniques and analysis methods, and detailed knowledge of the theory, content, and application of standards, codes, and guidelines as applicable; Knowledgeable in project coordination and execution skills

Nice to have

Master’s Degree; Registered Professional Engineer; member of a professional engineering society