Job Description

Job Overview

The Senior Instrument Engineer will be responsible for the comprehensive design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of instrumentation systems on a Floating Production Storage and Offloading (FPSO) vessel in the offshore oil and gas industry.

Key Responsibilities

Instrumentation System Design Develop detailed instrumentation and control system designs for FPSO facilities Create process and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) Specify instrument selection and configuration Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISA, IEC, API)
Technical Specifications Prepare technical specifications for instrumentation equipment Conduct equipment procurement and vendor evaluation Review and approve instrument technical datasheets Perform instrument sizing and selection calculations
Safety and Reliability Implement safety instrumented systems (SIS) Conduct hazard and operability (HAZOP) studies Ensure compliance with safety integrity level (SIL) requirements Develop instrument reliability and maintenance strategies
Field Implementation Supervise instrument installation and commissioning Perform site acceptance testing Coordinate with installation contractors Manage instrument calibration and validation processes
Control Systems Management Design and optimize distributed control systems (DCS) Develop programmable logic controller (PLC) configurations Implement advanced control strategies Ensure seamless integration of instrumentation systems
Performance Optimization Conduct performance diagnostics Implement predictive maintenance techniques Analyze instrument performance data Recommend system improvements

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field Minimum 8-10 years of experience in offshore oil and gas instrumentation Extensive FPSO or offshore platform experience * Professional certifications (ISA, IEC) preferred