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.

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.