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Engineer Instrument & Control Systems
Job title
Engineer I&C Central Assets Management
Grade
Stream
Commercial & Downstream – RPI
Function
Central Assets Management
Location
Oman – Suhar
Budget control
*OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant*
Reporting to
Team Lead Central Instru.& Auto.Central Assets Management
Direct reports
0
Job purpose
Designs, analyzes, implements and maintain control systems to regulate and optimize various processes in the RPI areas, under Team Leader Control Systems scope, acting as team player and part of the site’s management team using his/her technical expertise to develop solutions regarding quality problems of control system, including all aspects of maintaining control system asset installed based, supporting on new automation projects, and leading the troubleshooting/repair/ and maintaining control system equipment by: (1) manage and ensure the availability of the site’s Emergency Shutdown System (ESD), the Distributed Control System (DCS), and PLC-based control loops while proactively promote process safety initiatives, (2) Develop solutions to maintenance and quality problems of control systems in Suhar plants (SR2),(3) supporting on new automation projects, and (4) Interact with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Safety, Environmental personnel, and third-party contractors – Control Systems works at RPI in designated areas, (5) Providing professional technical advice, guidance and support to the team, (6) Identify opportunities of improvement, as well as assess and support improvement proposals from others, and (7) Guide young engineers in related Control System matters; in order to ensure that the assets and equipment are available at all times, minimizing the down time and meeting the operational targets that support the gross margin / profitability with a sufficient organizational capability for business continuity while identifying & developing talent people to as feeder for OQ talent pipeline.
The position will act in accordance with the Group’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani’s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.
Scope
RPI & Plastic Assets (SR/AP, MAF, Plastics & NGLE)
Pressure transmitters
These instruments measure the pressure of fluids or gases in pipes, tanks, and vessels. They are used to ensure that the process is operating within safe pressure limits.
Temperature transmitters gauges, Thermowells,
Thermocouples, Thermocouple Assemblies.
These instruments measure the temperature of fluids or gases in various process equipment, such as heat exchangers, reactors, and distillation columns.
They help to ensure that the process operates within the desired temperature range.
Flow meters
These instruments measure the flow rate of liquids and gases in pipes and vessels. They are used to monitor the amount of material being transferred between different process stages.
Level transmitters
These instruments measure the level of liquids and solids in tanks and vessels. They are used to ensure that tanks are not overfilled or emptied too quickly, which could result in safety hazards or process disruptions.
Analyzers
These instruments measure the chemical composition of process streams. They are used to monitor the quality of products and ensure that the process is operating within the required specifications
Control valves / Instrument Manifold / Positioners.
These are critical components that control the flow of fluids in process equipment. They are used to adjust the flow rate, pressure, and temperature of the process stream to maintain optimal process conditions.
Safety relief valves
These are critical components that protect equipment and personnel from overpressure conditions. They are designed to open automatically when the pressure exceeds a predetermined level, releasing excess pressure and preventing equipment damage or personnel injury.
Distributed Control System (DCS)
This refers to a system used to control complex processes in industries such as manufacturing, oil and gas, power generation, and more. DCS systems consist of multiple interconnected control elements that work together to monitor and manage various aspects of a process.
Programmable Logic Control (PLC)
A Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is a specialized digital computer used in industrial and manufacturing settings to control and automate various processes and machinery. PLCs are designed to handle real-time control tasks, making them integral to the automation of complex systems.
Emergency Shutdown System (ESD)
An Emergency Shutdown System (ESD) is a safety mechanism implemented in industrial facilities and processes to bring the operation rapidly and automatically to a safe state in the event of an emergency or hazardous situation. The primary goal of an ESD system is to protect personnel, equipment, and the environment by quickly shutting down critical processes or equipment when conditions deviate from safe operating parameters.
Machine Monitoring and Protection System
A Machine Monitoring and Protection System is a specialized technology used in industrial settings to monitor, analyze, and safeguard the performance and condition of machinery and equipment. The primary purpose is to ensure the optimal operation of machines, prevent unexpected failures, and enhance overall productivity by providing real-time insights into the health and status of critical equipment.
OT cyber security
OT cybersecurity involves securing the practices and technologies used to monitor, detect, and control changes to OT infrastructure, ensuring the safety, integrity, and continuity of operations. OT includes systems like industrial control systems (ICS), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, distributed control systems (DCS), and programmable logic controllers (PLC)
Key interactions
Internal: The Senior/Control System Engineer will interact with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Safety, Environmental personnel, and third-party contractors – Control Systems works at RPI in designated areas.
External: Vendors, contractors, manufacturers.
Notable Working Conditions. Field Operations and office environment, Moderate to extensive computer screen use.
Education requirements
Minimum Qualifications for this position is a bachelor’s degree in electrical / Electronic or Instrumentation Engineering or similar.
Language requirements
Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) | Arabic - Native (desirable)
Background and experience
Competencies and skills
- 8+ years of relevant experience
- Relevant experience in similar role Control System in refinery & petrochemical plants maintenance or proven merit on the required competency.
- Relevant experience in maintenance role within the Oil & Gas / Refinery / Petrochemical industry, preferably with experience in the area/assets associated with this position.
- Knowledge of the refinery process and plant equipment.
- Experience in Developing/reviewing maintenance work instruction
- Sound judgment in technical matters with good skills in engineering field.
- Proven experience with Personal Safety Management.
- Good knowledge of HSE / SCE QA/QC, equipment & plans/ standards
- Skill either in Yokogawa, Honeywell, or Schneider DCS and ESD is required.
- Skill either in Siemens, Triconex or Allen Bradley PLC is required.
- Skill in machine monitoring systems such as Bently Nevada or Emerson CSI
- Knowledgeable on machine protection systems such as Woodward, and CCC.
- Sound understanding of IEC62443 specifically focusing on maintenance of the OT equipment’s.
- Experience in bid evaluation and knowledge of contracts management & spare parts optimization.
Soft:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Result oriented.
- Analytical thinking.
- Time management
Technical
- Computer literacy including MS Office
- Process automation protocols, such as (HART, Profibus, SDS).
- Maintaining and troubleshooting of Distributed Control System.
- Maintaining and troubleshooting PLCs.
- Develop/review maintenance work instruction.
- Writing technical reports and documentation,
- Use of mathematical models and computer simulations to analyze system behavior and make design decisions
- Full awareness of MOC “Management of change procedure and implementation”
- Familiar with SAP system transactions & reports.
- Participate/Lead RCA & HAZOP study.
- Develop/review Lifecycle Management Plan to overcome the obsolescence and support issues.
- Understanding of international standards related to control systems.
- Bids evaluation.
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