Instrumentation Engineer

Role & responsibilities

• Maintenance & Troubleshooting:

  Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on instrumentation and automation systems to ensure optimal plant operation and minimize downtime.

• Installation & Commissioning:

  Supervise the installation and commissioning of new instruments and control systems.

• Calibration:

  Calibrate instruments and ensure communication with control systems like PLC/DCS.

• System Management:

  Manage PLC, SCADA, and DCS systems, including system backups and software updates.

• Technical Support:

  Provide technical guidance and support to maintenance teams and collaborate with other departments to improve process control and energy efficiency.

• Procurement & Budgeting:

  Prepare technical specifications for new instruments, manage spare parts inventory, and assist in yearly budget preparation.

• Safety & Compliance:

  Ensure all activities comply with relevant safety, health, quality, and environmental management procedures.

• Documentation & Reporting:

  Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance reports and shutdown reports.

Key Skills

• Technical Expertise:

  Knowledge of various instrumentation types, PLC programming, DCS, and SCADA systems.

• Problem-Solving:

  Ability to perform root cause analysis (RCA) for equipment failures and implement effective remedies.

• Communication:

  Effectively communicate with vendors, other engineering teams, and management.

• Planning & Organization:

  Plan and coordinate maintenance activities, including plant shutdowns.

• Safety Awareness:

  Adherence to safety standards and procedures.