Resident Engineer(I&C)

Job Description

Job Title: Resident Engineer – Instrumentation & Control (I&C)

Location

United Arab Emirates

Reports To

Project Manager / Engineering Manager

Employment Type

Full-Time

Job Purpose

The incumbent will act as the primary technical representative on site for all I&C activities and coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor all Instrumentation & Control construction, installation, testing, commissioning, and start-up activities.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, approved drawings, procedures, and applicable international standards
• Review and approve contractor submissions, method statements, inspection test plans (ITPs), and technical documentation
• Verify installation of field instruments, control panels, analyzers, PLCs, RTUs, SCADA systems, communication networks, and associated equipment
• Ensure proper implementation of control philosophies, cause & effect diagrams, logic diagrams, and instrument loop drawings
• Monitor progress and provide technical guidance to site teams and contractors
• Identify technical issues and provide effective engineering solutions

• Act as the Client's Resident Engineer and focal point for all I&C-related activities
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams including Process, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Telecom disciplines
• Attend project meetings, progress reviews, technical discussions, and client coordination meetings
• Monitor project schedules and ensure timely completion of site activities
• Review contractor resource allocation and construction methodologies
• Support project planning and execution strategies

• Ensure construction activities comply with approved construction drawings and project requirements
• Conduct site inspections and witness critical installations and testing activities
• Verify calibration, installation, and commissioning of field instruments and control systems
• Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and permit-to-work systems
• Monitor contractor performance and recommend corrective actions when required
• Ensure punch list items are identified, tracked, and closed effectively

• Lead and witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), loop checks, functional testing, and commissioning activities
• Verify control system integration and communication interfaces
• Review commissioning procedures and test reports
• Ensure smooth system handover and project close-out activities
• Participate in plant start-up and performance testing activities

• Ensure compliance with project QA/QC requirements
• Review and approve quality documentation and inspection records
• Monitor adherence to applicable international standards such as IEC, ISA, API, IEEE, and project-specific standards
• Ensure all activities are executed in accordance with approved quality plans

• Promote a strong safety culture at the project site
• Ensure all I&C activities comply with project HSE requirements
• Participate in safety audits, toolbox talks, and incident investigations when required
• Identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with instrumentation and control systems

• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly progress reports
• Review as-built drawings and final project documentation
• Maintain records of inspections, testing, commissioning, and site activities
• Provide technical reports and recommendations to project management and clients

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or related discipline

• Minimum 15 years of experience in Instrumentation & Control Engineering
• Extensive experience in Oil & Gas, Utilities, Power, Water Transmission & Distribution, or Infrastructure projects
• Proven experience as Resident Engineer, Site Engineer, Lead I&C Engineer, or Construction Engineer
• Experience in EPC, PMC, Engineering Consultancy, or Owner's Engineer environments

• Valid TAQA T Approval (Mandatory)
• Strong knowledge of SCADA, PLC, DCS, RTU, and industrial communication systems
• Experience with testing, commissioning, and start-up activities
• UAE project experience preferred
• Strong understanding of applicable international codes and standards

• Instrumentation Design & Engineering
• SCADA Systems
• PLC/DCS Systems
• Telecom Systems
• RTU Configurations
• Fiber Optic Communication Systems
• Control Philosophy Development
• FAT/SAT Management
• Loop Checking & Commissioning
• Construction Supervision
• Technical Documentation Review
• Project Coordination

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities
• Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong report writing and presentation skills

• TAQA T Approval
• PMP Certification (Preferred)
• ISA Certifications (Preferred)
• Relevant HSE Certifications