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Instrumentation And Control Engineer

full-time

location-marker Rivers, Nigeria

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Job Summary

• Developing instrumentation and control system designs. • Preparing technical specifications and data sheets. • Reviewing vendor documents and drawings. • Performing calculations and simulations. • Participating in site surveys and inspections. • Supporting commissioning and startup activities. • Ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Job Details

Design and Engineering:

  • Developing instrumentation and control system designs, including control philosophies, loop diagrams, and instrument specifications.   
  • Selecting and sizing appropriate instruments (sensors, transmitters, control valves) based on process requirements.
  • Designing and configuring control systems, such as DCS, PLC, and SIS.   
  • Preparing technical documentation, including data sheets, specifications, and reports.   

Procurement Support:

  • Providing technical support for procurement activities, including vendor evaluations and technical bid evaluations.   

Reviewing vendor documents and ensuring compliance with project specifications.   

Process Control:

  • Designing and implementing control strategies to optimize process performance and efficiency.   
  • Monitoring and analyzing process data to identify and resolve control issues.   

 

Safety Systems:

  • Designing and implementing safety systems to protect personnel and equipment.
  • Ensuring the reliability and integrity of safety instrumented functions.

 

System Integration:

  • Integrating various instrumentation and control systems, including DCS, PLC, and SCADA.
  • Ensuring seamless communication and data exchange between systems.

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation and Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
  • A Master's degree (M.Sc.) will be an added advantage
  • Registered engineer with COREN is mandatory 

Additional Considerations:

  • Certifications: Certifications in functional safety (e.g., TÜV) can be advantageous.
  • Procurement support, construction and commissioning experience will be added advantage.
  • A minimum of 7-10+ years of relevant experience is commonly expected.
  • Significant experience in the oil and gas, petrochemical, or refining industries is crucial. EPC companies often seek candidates with practical experience in project execution.
  • Experience with all project phases, from FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) to detailed design, construction, commissioning, and startup, is highly valued.

Technical Proficiency:

  • Instrumentation:
    • Knowledge of various field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level) and control valves.
    • Experience in instrument selection, sizing, and specification.
    • Familiarity with instrument data sheets and loop diagrams.
  • Control Systems:
    • Understanding of Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).
    • Experience with control system configuration and programming.
    • Knowledge of safety systems and functional safety (SIL).
  • Standards and Codes:
    • Familiarity with relevant industry standards and codes (ISA, IEC, API, etc.).
    • Knowledge of safety regulations and environmental standards.

Software Proficiency:

  • Proficiency in relevant software tools, such as:
  • SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI/INTOOLS)
  • AVEVA Instrumentation
  • CAD software (AutoCAD, etc.)

Experience with other relevant engineering software

Benefits

  • Great work culture and multiple opportunities for growth and self-development. 
  • 18 days of annual leave, excluding federal public holidays. 
  • Health insurance coverage. 
  • Monthly employer pension contribution. 

About Company

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Oilserv Group

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Oilserv Limited is a leading provider of integrated engineering, procurement, construction, installation & commissioning (EPCIC) services and complementary solutions across the asset and program life cycle within the onshore, offshore and subsea market segments of the oil and gas sector.