Instrumentation Engineer

Job Description – Lead Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Position:
Lead Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer

Department:
Engineering

Reports To:
Engineering Manager / Operations Manager

Job Summary:

The
Lead Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer
will be responsible for leading and managing all E&I engineering activities across projects, ensuring that all designs, installations, and systems meet technical, quality, and safety standards. The role involves coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and vendors to deliver efficient, cost-effective, and compliant engineering solutions within project timelines.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:Project Leadership & Coordination

• Lead the E&I engineering team throughout design, procurement, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Review client specifications, project requirements, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (IEC, IS, IEEE, ISA, NEC, etc.).
• Coordinate with process, mechanical, civil, and piping teams for seamless integration of systems.
• Act as the primary E&I technical interface with clients, consultants, and vendors.

Design & Engineering

• Oversee preparation and review of SLDs, cable schedules, load lists, earthing/lighting layouts, and control schematics.
• Review P&IDs, instrument indexes, loop diagrams, I/O lists, and control system architectures (DCS/PLC/SCADA).
• Approve technical specifications and datasheets for electrical and instrumentation equipment.
• Ensure design compliance with safety and operational standards.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Prepare technical requisitions and evaluate vendor proposals.
• Conduct technical bid evaluations (TBE) and provide vendor recommendations.
• Review vendor drawings, participate in FAT, and ensure timely material delivery.

Installation, Testing & Commissioning

• Provide technical support during installation and commissioning phases.
• Supervise loop checking, calibration, and system integration activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve site-related technical issues.
• Ensure all E&I systems are installed and tested according to design specifications.

Team Management

• Supervise and mentor junior engineers and designers.
• Review and validate team deliverables to maintain quality standards.
• Conduct training sessions and encourage technical skill development.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain and update all E&I documentation including design basis reports, MTOs, as-built drawings, and progress reports.
• Support project management in engineering progress tracking and forecasting.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:
  Bachelor's Degree in Electrical / Instrumentation / Electronics Engineering.
• Experience:
  Minimum 5
  years
  in Electrical and Instrumentation design, engineering, and execution in the
  oil & gas / petrochemical / EPC
  industry.
• Software Skills:
  Proficiency in
  Cad Worx
  ,
  AutoCAD, ETAP, Smart Plant, SPI/IN tools, and MS Office
  .
• Knowledge:
  Strong understanding of
  DCS/PLC systems
  , field instrumentation, and international standards (IEC, IS, API, NEC, etc.).

Key Competencies

• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Leadership and team management ability.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Location :
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

Urgency : Immediate Joiner.

Experience :
From freshers to experienced 0-15 years

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