Instrumentation Engineer - Oil & Gas EPC Saudi Arabia

Role Overview

Instrumentation Engineer for Oil & Gas EPC Pipeline Projects with China Petroleum Engineering & Construction Corp (CPECC), based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Company Overview

CPECC is a leading EPC contractor in the oil & gas industry, delivering world-class pipeline, processing, and infrastructure projects across the Middle East and globally.

Role Purpose

Lead instrumentation engineering and field installation activities for oil & gas EPC projects, ensuring compliance with international standards and Saudi Aramco specifications while managing teams and coordinating system integration across multiple disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

Installation & Commissioning

• Lead instrumentation engineering and field installation activities for oil & gas EPC projects.
• Supervise installation, calibration, and commissioning of field instruments, including pressure, temperature, flow, and level instruments.
• Manage control valve, safety valve, and analyzer system installations.
• Conduct site inspections, resolve punch lists, and perform pre-commissioning activities.

Design & Documentation

• Review and approve instrument datasheets, loop diagrams, hook-up drawings, and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi Aramco standards (SAES-J series), ISA, and IEC codes.
• Ability to read P&IDs, loop diagrams, and wiring diagrams.

Coordination & Integration

• Coordinate with DCS/SCADA and electrical teams for system integration.
• Interface with Saudi Aramco inspection team for documentation and approvals.

Team Leadership

• Manage and guide instrumentation supervisors and technicians.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or related Engineering field.
• 10+ years of field experience in instrumentation installation and commissioning for oil & gas EPC projects.
• Proven experience on Saudi Aramco projects is a strong advantage.
• Strong understanding of SIS/SIL requirements and instrument loop testing.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards (SAES-J), ISA S5.1, IEC 61511.
• Hands-on experience with HART, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, or similar protocols.
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
• Fluent in English; Arabic or Chinese is a plus.

Additional Information

• Valid Saudi Iqama or willingness to relocate to Saudi Arabia required.
• Competitive expat salary package provided.
• Accommodation, transportation, and medical benefits provided.
• Opportunity to work on landmark Saudi Arabia energy infrastructure projects.
• Career growth within a global EPC organization.