Senior Instrument Engineer

Senior Instrument Engineer

Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

(Hybrid)

Job Description

Analytical thinking – Ability to identify issues, obtains relevant information, relate and compare data from different sources and identify alternative solutions.
Communication – Ability to present information to individuals or groups; ability to deliver presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.  Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or individuals either verbally or in writing to endure that they understand the information and the message.  Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others.
Decision making – Knowledge of and ability to use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusions.  Ability to take action consistent with available facts, constraints and anticipated consequences.
Problem solving – Ability to identify problems, determines possible solution, and actively works to resolve issues.
Training – Ability to lead and guide others to develop new skills or knowledge that will enhance their work.  Ability to design, develop and/or deliver training programs.

Responsibilities

Deputise for the Principal Instrument Engineer when requested.
Responsible for the design and approval of all Instrument work on assigned projects.
Responsible for preparation and approval of project related standards and job notes.
Ensure that engineering activities on assigned projects are executed within budgeted manhours and approved schedules in compliance with project procedures, standards and specifications and in accordance with procedures and the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of South Africa.
Review and approve project schedules with the Project Engineer to see that all dates, rates of progress and design periods are realistic.
Prepare and approve project specific standards and  specifications
Reflect instrument requirements on project MFD’s / P&ID’s utilising ISA standards and symbology.
Prepare a project instrument index reflecting all instrumentation requirements inclusive of instrument type selection compliant to process criteria.
Prepare requisition index for Instrument work, indicating planned issue date for each requisition. Update and re-issue monthly.
Check and approve the drawing index for Instrument drawings.
Prepare and approve general notes requisitions for Instrumentation.
Design and requisition Instrumentation. This includes instrument size and protection methodology calculations and verification checks.
Assist the designers with the preparation of Instrument drawings.
Review and approve all Instrument drawings and ensure that the quality of design and drawings produced for enquiry and fabrication purposes is of satisfactory standard.
Prepare technical bid analysis for Instrumentation.
Attend coordination meetings and engineering review meetings with supplier as required.
Review document requirements and issue dates for major equipment with suppliers and assist Procurement Department in compiling a Supplier’s Document Index.
Assist Procurement Department with the expediting of supplier documents.
Review and approve supplier documents for Instrumentation and distribute.
Review in conjunction with Procurement Department all claims by supplier for an increase in the engineering scope of work.
Give guidance to client, project engineers, other specialist engineers and inspectors on Instrument engineering matters. Review Instrument aspects of package unit supplier’s drawings as requested by the engineer responsible for the equipment.
Ensure that Instrument engineering operations are complete in accordance with the approved project schedule and within allocated manhours.
Advise the Chief  Instrument Engineer of any slippages and their causes and proposed corrective action.
Advise the Chief Instrument Engineer of any technical problems and unresolved differences with other groups. 
Develop and approve control/safety system (ie DCS, ESD, etc) requirements and philosophies including generating contract requiistions.
Attend and and co-ordinate system FAT/SAT’s. 
Co-ordinate with Procurement Department and ensure certified drawings are available in time to meet the engineering schedules.
Notify the Project Engineer of all deficiencies in the flow of data or other basic information required for execution of work.
Provide progress report information, at the required frequency and with the required content, to the Project Engineer.
Provide information where necessary to estimating the cost of contract changes, Alert the Project Engineer / Project Manager to circumstances considered to be subject to contract change. 
Follow up Instrumentation construction work on project sites to ensure correct interpretation of designs regarding installation.
Keep abreast of development in the Instrument engineering field.
Suggest ways to improve efficiency, costs and service in the execution of projects.
Assist where necessary in the compilation of operating manuals and mechanical catalogues.
Perform such duties as may reasonably be assigned by the Chief  Instrument Engineer.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

BSc, BEng or BTech/ NDip with equivalent experience
In-Tools 6.0 or Higher

Knowledge, skills and experience:

8 Years minimum experience

 
Personal attributes:

Initiative – Grasps new or unfamiliar concepts quickly and can effectively deal with complexity and ambiguity. Identifies issues in a constructive manner and recommends solutions.  Uses innovative and novel approaches to find solutions 
Change and Adaptability – Gains awareness for, and an understanding of, the position of stakeholders.  Readily adapts to changing circumstances 
Interpersonal Communications – Actively listens and seeks to understand others’ points of view.  Communicates openly and honestly to all levels of the organization. Expresses ideas and exchanges information clearly and persuasively
Problem Solving – Grasps new or unfamiliar concepts quickly and can effectively deal with complexity and ambiguity.  Identifies issues in a constructive manner and recommends solutions.  Uses innovative and novel approaches to find solutions
Planning, Organising & Execution Prioritizes and plans work activities.  Uses time efficiently.

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement 

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.