INSTRUMENT ENGINEER AT A REPUTABLE COMPANY - WTS ENERGY | ENGINEERING JOBS IN IMO

About Company:

WTS Energy - Our client is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Description:

• Our Client is seeking an Instrument Engineer to ensure the efficient functioning of refinery instrumentation systems supporting operational, HSE, and cost objectives.
• This role is within the oil and gas sector, focusing on instrumentation maintenance and control in refinery operations.
• The Instrument Engineer will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, calibrations, diagnostic testing, and troubleshooting of instrumentation and control systems.
• They will also develop maintenance plans, optimize equipment efficiency, and ensure compliance with safety instrumented functions and statutory regulations.
• Candidates can expect to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, work under pressure, and contribute to maintaining high equipment uptime and regulatory compliance.
• This position offers a dynamic environment requiring strong analytical skills, technical proficiency, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, calibrations, and diagnostic tests on refinery instrumentation systems to ensure optimal performance and operational efficiency.
• Monitor daily performance of installed instruments and promptly address any deviations or malfunctions.
• Assist the lead Instrument/Electronic Engineer in executing instrumentation maintenance tasks and projects.
• Install, configure, and conduct diagnostic testing on transmitters and final control elements to maintain system integrity.
• Develop, implement, and continuously optimize comprehensive maintenance plans aligned with operational and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and control system malfunctions, ensuring minimal downtime and compliance with safety protocols.
• Document all maintenance activities, service records, and safe work procedures in accordance with statutory regulations and company policies.
• Optimize system efficiency by adjusting control valves, transmitters, and switch settings through precise tuning and calibration.
• Ensure the correct operation and reliability of safety instrumented functions (SIF) by adhering to the cause-and-effect matrix.
• Collaborate effectively with maintenance units, refinery departments, HSSE teams, and external contractors to support seamless operations and regulatory compliance.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electronics Engineering.
• 8-10 years of professional experience in instrumentation engineering within refinery operations or related sectors such as oil and gas.
• Comprehensive knowledge of electronic, instrumentation, control, and electrical performance standards applicable to refinery or industrial environments.
• Proven expertise in the design, installation, maintenance, calibration, and repair of instrumentation and control systems.
• Proficiency in using design and diagnostic testing software relevant to instrumentation engineering.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex instrumentation and control malfunctions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively within diverse teams and liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure, demonstrate adaptability, and maintain a high level of commitment, including willingness to perform maintenance and repairs outside regular business hours.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a multidisciplinary maintenance environment supporting refinery or industrial operations.
• Demonstrated innovative thinking and negotiation skills to optimize instrumentation system performance and maintenance processes.
• Result-oriented mindset with a proven track record of delivering timely and accurate maintenance and calibration activities in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with safety instrumented functions (SIF) and cause-and-effect matrix to ensure operational safety and compliance.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health, safety, and environmental (HSE) support ensuring a secure and compliant work environment.
• Opportunities to collaborate with diverse internal teams and external partners, fostering professional growth and networking.
• Access to advanced diagnostic and design software tools to enhance technical proficiency.
• Structured work schedule promoting work-life balance with 14 days on and 14 days off rotations.
• Engagement in continuous learning through hands-on experience with cutting-edge instrumentation and control systems.
• Supportive culture emphasizing innovation, problem-solving, and effective communication.
  • Commitment to professional development through challenging projects in a dynamic refinery or oil and gas operational setting.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

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