Instrument Technician / Electrical Technician

Position: Instrument Technician / Electrical Technician

Location: Saudi Arabia

Industry: Oil & Gas / Petrochemical / Industrial Plants

Experience: Gulf experience preferred (Aramco/SEC experience is an advantage)

Role Overview

The Instrument/Electrical Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing various electrical and instrumentation systems in industrial and petrochemical plants. The role requires strong hands-on technical skills, knowledge of PLC/DCS systems, and the ability to diagnose faults efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Instrumentation Responsibilities:

• Install, calibrate, maintain, and repair field instruments (pressure, flow, level, temperature).
• Troubleshoot instrumentation issues related to sensors, transmitters, valves, and control loops.
• Perform loop checks, continuity tests, and functional testing of instruments.
• Work on DCS/PLC systems for routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Assist in preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Comply with site-specific instrumentation standards and client requirements.

Electrical Responsibilities:

• Install and maintain electrical systems such as motors, control panels, relays, switches, wiring, and breakers.
• Troubleshoot electrical faults and perform corrective maintenance.
• Conduct insulation resistance testing, megger tests, earth resistance tests, etc.
• Read & interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Ensure safe operation of electrical equipment following PTW (Permit to Work) system.
• Repair and maintain electrical systems in chemical/petrochemical plants.

Requirements

• Diploma in Electrical / Instrumentation Engineering.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience (Gulf experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of E&I systems, DCS/PLC operations, and control instruments.
• Experience working in chemical, petrochemical, or oil & gas plants.
• Ability to read technical diagrams and troubleshoot independently.
• Knowledge of industrial safety procedures (LOTO, JSA, PTW).
• Good communication skills (English preferred).
• Ability to work in rotating shifts and under pressure.

Skills Required

• DCS/PLC troubleshooting
• Instrument calibration
• Electrical panel troubleshooting
• Cable glanding & termination
• VFD/inverter knowledge (preferred)
• Preventive & predictive maintenance
• Strong fault-diagnosis skills

Benefits

• Attractive salary + OT
• Free food & accommodation
• Free transportation
• Medical insurance
• Long-term project stability

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to relocate to saudi?

Experience:

• Instrument Technician / Electrical Technician: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: In person