Instrumentation Engineer/Sr. Engineer - Chemical Industry

Job Description

Instrumentation Engineer/Sr. Engineer - Chemical Industry

Job Title: Instrumentation Engineer

Department: Engineering/Maintenance

Job Summary:

The Instrumentation Engineer is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, calibration, and installation of instrumentation and control systems across the chemical manufacturing facility. This includes ensuring the proper functioning of all measurement and control equipment to support safe, efficient, and continuous operations. The role involves leading a team of instrumentation technicians, managing projects, and working closely with other departments like Production, Maintenance, and Health & Safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instrumentation & Control Systems:
  
• Oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation and control systems across the facility.
• Ensure that instrumentation systems such as flow meters, pressure transmitters, temperature sensors, and level gauges are operating correctly and are calibrated as per schedule.
• Work closely with production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Review and approve technical drawings, specifications, and project documentation related to instrumentation and control systems.

• Safety & Compliance:
  
• Ensure all instrumentation and control systems comply with relevant industry regulations and standards.
• Promote safety-first practices within the team, ensuring all tasks are performed with proper safety protocols.
• Conduct hazard and risk assessments related to instrumentation systems and implement corrective actions where needed.
• Lead compliance efforts for environmental monitoring and reporting requirements (e.g., emissions, process safety).

• Project Management:
  
• Manage instrumentation and control projects, including budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and coordination with contractors or vendors.
• Coordinate with engineering teams on new installations, upgrades, or plant expansions.
• Develop and manage the instrumentation maintenance budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.

• Continuous Improvement:
  
• Identify and implement improvements in instrumentation systems to enhance reliability and reduce downtime.
• Stay updated on the latest instrumentation technology trends and recommend upgrades when beneficial to the operation.
• Participate in root cause analysis for instrumentation-related incidents and provide solutions to prevent future occurrences.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education:
  
• Bachelors Degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
• Minimum 1+ years of experience in instrumentation maintenance and control systems.
• Experience in a chemical manufacturing or similar process industry is highly desirable.
• Skills:
  
• In-depth knowledge of instrumentation systems (flow, pressure, temperature, level, and analytical instruments) and control systems (DCS, PLC, SCADA).
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and safety standards in the chemical industry (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting instrumentation problems and managing complex technical projects.
• Familiarity with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems) for tracking maintenance and calibration activities.

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