Senior Engineer, I-C Maintenance

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC. 
For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.

1. Maintenance Management:

   
   
   • Plan and oversee the preventive and corrective maintenance of all instrumentation and control systems, ensuring compliance with ADNOC’s safety and operational standards.
   • Ensure that maintenance activities are performed efficiently and completed on time while minimizing downtime.
   • Provide technical leadership to the maintenance team on troubleshooting and fault diagnosis of I-C systems.

2. Equipment & System Reliability:

   
   
   • Monitor the performance of instrumentation and control systems to ensure optimum reliability and minimal unplanned shutdowns.
   • Implement reliability improvement initiatives and continuous improvement processes for I-C systems.
   • Manage the lifecycle of control systems, ensuring timely upgrades or replacements to avoid obsolescence.

3. Safety & Compliance:

   
   
   • Ensure all maintenance activities comply with ADNOC’s Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards and procedures.
   • Ensure proper functioning of safety-critical systems (e.g., fire & gas detection systems, emergency shutdown systems, etc.).
   • Maintain records of I-C system inspections and certifications in line with ADNOC’s regulatory requirements.

4. Budgeting & Cost Control:

   
   
   • Prepare and manage the maintenance budget for I-C activities.
   • Control costs by optimizing the use of resources, materials, and services related to I-C maintenance.

5. Contractor Management:

   
   
   • Oversee and manage external contractors and service providers involved in I-C maintenance.
   • Ensure that contractor performance meets ADNOC’s quality and safety expectations.
   • Review and approve contractors' work plans, risk assessments, and method statements.

6. Project Support:

   
   
   • Collaborate with engineering and project teams to provide input into the design, installation, and commissioning of new I-C systems.
   • Ensure smooth handover of newly installed systems from project teams to operations and maintenance.

7. Team Leadership & Development:

   
   
   • Lead and mentor a team of I-C engineers and technicians.
   • Provide training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their technical skills and knowledge.
   • Conduct performance reviews and set goals for the I-C maintenance team.

8. Reporting & Documentation:

   
   
   • Maintain detailed records of all maintenance activities, including work orders, equipment histories, and maintenance logs.
   • Prepare regular reports on the performance and condition of I-C systems for senior management.

• Education:
  Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

  
  

• Experience:

  
  
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant experience in instrumentation and control systems maintenance within the oil and gas or petrochemical industry.
  • Prior experience in a senior maintenance engineering role is preferred.
  • Hands-on experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).

• Skills:

  
  
  • Strong technical expertise in I-C systems and equipment.
  • In-depth understanding of HSE principles and ADNOC standards.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and leadership abilities.

• Leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Analytical thinking and decision-making.
• Knowledge of international standards and best practices (e.g., IEC, ISA).