Job Title: Lead Instrument Engineer
Location: Middle East (Permanent Expat Assignment)
Industry: Energy / Oil & Gas
Interview Schedule: June–July (via Microsoft Teams)
Compensation: Tax-free salary + full expatriate benefits (housing, schooling, flights, transport, etc.)
Role Summary:
A major operator in the oil and gas industry is seeking a Lead Instrument Engineer to provide high-level technical leadership across all instrumentation systems. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations, while mentoring junior engineers and driving innovation in instrumentation strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide expert technical support for a range of instrumentation systems (e.g., pressure, flow, temperature, control valves, relief devices, safety systems).
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Lead or contribute to engineering studies to improve safety, performance, and cost-efficiency.
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Participate in task forces investigating incidents or complex instrumentation challenges.
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Develop and maintain engineering standards, specifications, and procedures.
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Assess suppliers and service providers for technical competency.
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Act as a company representative in vendor and contractor technical discussions.
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Evaluate instrumentation bids and participate in procurement decisions.
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Support HAZOPs, SIL assessments, and process safety reviews.
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Monitor and implement emerging technologies and best practices.
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Conduct value engineering and cost-benefit analyses.
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Mentor and train junior instrumentation engineers.
Requirements:
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
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Experience: Minimum 20 years of relevant instrumentation engineering experience in the oil and gas industry.
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Certifications: Professional/Chartered Engineer status preferred.
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Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in sizing/specifying field instruments and control systems; deep understanding of industry codes (API, IEC, ISA, ASME).
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Skills: Proficient in process safety studies (P&IDs, HAZOP, SIL), vendor engagement, and instrumentation communication protocols.
Benefits Package:
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Tax-free salary
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Furnished housing
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Family or single status contracts
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Annual flights
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Schooling assistance
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Transportation allowance
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Long-term stability with career progression opportunities