Instrumentation Engineer

Location: Chennai, India

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Instrumentation Manager to lead and manage all aspects of instrumentation systems within our petrochemical plant located in Chennai. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of a wide range of process instrumentation and control systems. This role demands strong leadership abilities, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of industry standards to ensure optimal plant performance and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day operations of the instrumentation department, ensuring efficient installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation systems.

Develop, implement, and continuously improve instrumentation strategies and standards in alignment with operational goals.

Ensure all instrumentation and control systems comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Manage and mentor a team of instrumentation engineers and technicians; oversee training and development initiatives.

Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to support plant performance and reliability.

Troubleshoot complex instrumentation issues and provide technical guidance for resolution.

Maintain accurate documentation, calibration records, and system logs as per industry and regulatory requirements.

Evaluate and recommend new instrumentation technologies to enhance plant efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) or a related field.

Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in instrumentation within chemical or petrochemical plant operations.

Proven expertise in the installation, calibration, and maintenance of industrial instrumentation systems.

Strong leadership and team management skills with experience leading technical teams.

Solid knowledge of instrumentation standards (e.g., ISA, IEC), hazardous area classification, and safety practices.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Proficient in technical documentation and record-keeping.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively across departments.