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Senior Engineer, OR& A - I&C

Senior Engineer, OR& A - I&C

We are hiring for a Senior Operations Readiness and Assurance (Instrumentation & Control) to be based in Abu Dhabi with oil and gas experience to support I&C systems during project execution, commissioning, and handover. The role ensures control systems, instrumentation, and safety systems are fully compliant, functional, and ready for safe and reliable operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead OR&A activities for I&C systems across project phases.
  • Review I&C engineering deliverables (P&IDs, Cause & Effect, Control Philosophy, SIL studies, F&G systems, DCS/ESD/PLC documentation).
  • Ensure operability, maintainability, and compliance with project and industry standards.
  • Support FAT, SAT, loop checks, commissioning, and start-up activities.
  • Participate in HAZOP, HAZID, SIL, and readiness reviews.
  • Coordinate with Engineering, Commissioning, and Operations teams for smooth handover.
  • Verify documentation, training, spares, and maintenance strategies prior to start-up.

Qualification Required.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Control Engineering is mandatory
  • Minimum 15+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry in the similar role.
  • Strong knowledge of DCS, ESD, PLC, SCADA, and field instrumentation.
  • Experience in commissioning, start-up, and operational risk management.
  • Familiarity with IEC, ISA, API, and relevant international standards
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

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Country Job Based In
UAE
Location
UAE - Abu Dhabi
Job Family
Engineering
Type of Contract
Fixed Term Contract
Full/Part time
Full Time
Region (current)
Middle East
Closing Date
28/02/2026
Ref No
15325