Principal Instrumentation & Control Engineer (NL)

Hanwha Ocean Co., Ltd-posted 6 months ago

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As a Principal Instrumentation & Control Engineer, you will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of instrumentation and control systems for major projects, such as FPSO and FLNG facilities. Leveraging your extensive experience and technical expertise in instrumentation engineering, you will provide strategic direction, mentorship, and technical leadership to the engineering team, ensuring the successful execution of projects in accordance with project requirements and industry standards. The ideal candidate of the position will have a strong background in Offshore Oil & Gas Industry, be an expert in the field of Instrumentation, Control and Automation Engineering, and provide strategic focus in the Concept Engineering for Conceptual/pre-FEED/FEED/EPC(I) projects being bid in the offshore area. This will include FPSO or FLNG facilities as well as other Fixed and Floating platforms/facilities.

Lead the design and development of instrumentation and control systems for industrial processes, including sensors, transmitters, instrument valves (PCV, On/Off valve, etc), controllers, and final control elements, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and compliance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.
Lead and coordinate all project Instrumentation & Control engineering issues related to equipment specification, procurement, and installation design, including but not limited to the preparation of specifications, selection of suppliers, review of vendor data, testing, development and maintenance of the instrument database.
Collaborate with project stakeholders, including process engineers, electrical engineers, and project managers, to understand project requirements, assess control strategies, and develop technical solutions.
Liaison with other disciplines on packages and support the construction site team during installation and commissioning phase.
Develop detailed instrument specifications, data sheets, and drawings, including loop diagrams, wiring diagrams, and installation details, using CAD software and other design tools.
Ensure that all Instrumentation & Control designs and engineering activities comply with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations.
Review project specifications and client requirements to ensure alignment with project deliverables.
Prepare formal responses to comments from classification societies and clients on specifications and drawings.
Conduct feasibility studies and technical evaluations to assess the performance, reliability, and safety of instrumentation systems, identifying opportunities for optimization and enhancement.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers, reviewing their work, providing feedback, and supporting their professional development in instrumentation engineering.
Oversee the installation, commissioning, and startup of instrumentation systems, ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgetary constraints, and quality standards.
Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
Encourage collaboration and knowledge exchange to enhance the collective expertise of the engineering team.
Develop and maintain documentation, including instrument index, calibration records, standard design methodologies and specifications, maintenance procedures, and safety manuals, ensuring accuracy and completeness for regulatory compliance and as-built documentation.
Keep abreast of relevant developments in Instrumentation engineering with respect to the offshore industry in general and the company's business in particular.

Bachelor or Master degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in instrumentation engineering, with a focus on design, implementation, and optimization of instrumentation and control systems for industrial processes.
Experience in offshore topside design is a plus.
Proficiency in CAD software and other design tools used in instrumentation engineering.
Strong knowledge of instrumentation principles, practices, and standards (e.g., ISA, IEC), with experience in specifying instrumentation equipment and components.
Extensive knowledge of industry standards, industry codes and practices related to offshore engineering and Instrumentation & Control design.
Strong understanding of offshore industry terminology, concepts, and practices.
Proficiency in Instrumentation & Control analysis and design software.
Proven track record of success in developing and performing Topsides Instrumentation, Control and Automation Conceptual / Feasibility Studies during pre-FEED/FEED or tender stage.
Prior experience with FPSO or FLNG design development and/or engineering project delivery (e.g. at a top-tier FPSO contractor) will be preferred.
Proven leadership and mentoring abilities, with a track record of successfully leading design projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams, and achieving project objectives.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to assess technical challenges, identify solutions, and implement effective control strategies.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively in a dynamic engineering environment.
Ability to work with and to communicate effectively with co-workers, vendors, clients.
Fluency in English.

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