Lead Instrumentation Engineer at Workforce Group Full Time

Job Title: Lead Instrumentation Engineer

Location: Lagos / Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Coordination:

• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of instrumentation engineers and designers.
• Collaborate with other disciplines (mechanical, electrical, civil, etc.) to ensure the seamless integration of instrumentation systems within the overall project design.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all instrumentation-related matters during the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate the preparation and review of instrumentation design documents, ensuring that design is aligned with project goals and specifications.

Instrumentation Design and Development:

• Lead the design and specification of instrumentation systems, including process control systems, field instruments, control valves, analyzers, and other monitoring devices.
• Develop and review control system architecture, system layout, instrumentation wiring diagrams (P&ID, loop diagrams), and control panel designs.
• Ensure the design meets applicable standards and codes (e.g., IEC, ISA, NEC, etc.), client requirements, and regulatory requirements.
• Review instrumentation design deliverables, ensuring they are accurate, cost-effective, and delivered on schedule.

Project Management and Planning:

• Develop and manage the instrumentation engineering work schedule, ensuring alignment with the overall project timeline.
• Provide input into project planning, resources, and cost estimates for instrumentation scope.
• Oversee the procurement of instrumentation and control system components, including preparing specifications, evaluating vendors, and reviewing submittals.
• Monitor and report on the progress of instrumentation activities, ensuring that milestones and deadlines are met.

Procurement and Vendor Management:

• Provide technical support during the procurement process, including the preparation of specifications and evaluation of suppliers and manufacturers.
• Review and approve vendor submittals for instrumentation equipment, systems, and components, ensuring compliance with project specifications.
• Coordinate with procurement and construction teams to resolve any issues related to equipment or materials procurement.

Quality Assurance and Safety:

• Ensure that all instrumentation design and installation practices adhere to quality control standards, industry best practices, and company procedures.
• Lead risk assessments and safety reviews (e.g., HAZOP, SIL assessments) for instrumentation systems and ensure safety compliance.
• Ensure that the instrumentation systems are designed and installed in compliance with all relevant safety standards and guidelines.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to verify instrumentation systems are being installed correctly and meet design requirements.

Commissioning and Start-Up:

• Oversee the commissioning of instrumentation systems, including pre-commissioning, testing, and calibration of instruments and systems.
• Provide technical support during system start-up and troubleshooting, ensuring systems are operational and meet performance standards.
• Coordinate the preparation and review of as-built documentation, operational manuals, and testing procedures for the client.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Maintain effective communication with project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Provide regular progress reports to the project manager and engineering management on instrumentation deliverables, issues, and risks.
• Act as the primary technical contact for instrumentation-related inquiries, providing clear and timely resolutions.

Qualifications & Experience
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Experience:

• Minimum of 15-20 years of experience in instrumentation engineering, with at least 5 years in a lead role on EPCM projects.
• Proven expertise in designing and managing instrumentation and control systems, including field instruments, DCS/PLC systems, and control panels.
• Experience in leading and mentoring a team of instrumentation engineers and designers.
• Familiarity with project management principles, including scheduling, procurement, and cost control.

Skills:

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Expertise in instrumentation design software (e.g., AutoCAD, EPLAN, etc.) and control system design tools.
• Ability to manage complex projects and meet deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Application Closing Date
15th December, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

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