Instrumentation Engineer - Pumping Station

Job Brief

Compensation

• Salary is up to AED 12,000 per month.

Engineering and Documentation

• Review contract specifications, drawings, BOQs, and employer requirements for instrumentation and control systems.
• Prepare and review material submittals, method statements, ITPs, risk assessments, and commissioning procedures.
• Prepare and review P&IDs, instrument lists, I/O lists, cable schedules, loop drawings, hook-up drawings, termination drawings, control system architecture, and instrument datasheets.
• Coordinate engineering activities across electrical, mechanical, civil, and process disciplines.
• Review vendor documentation for PLC, SCADA, HMI, field instrumentation, analyzers, control panels, and communication systems.

Procurement and Installation

• Coordinate with automation suppliers on PLC, SCADA, HMI, telemetry, communication networks, and third-party integration.
• Review technical offers, respond to technical queries, and participate in vendor evaluations.
• Supervise installation of field instruments, control panels, junction boxes, cable trays, instrumentation cables, fibre optic systems, and associated equipment.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and compliance with drawings, specifications, quality requirements, and HSE procedures.
• Coordinate inspections and ensure timely closure of inspection comments.

Testing and Handover

• Perform loop checking, point-to-point testing, calibration verification, functional testing, FAT, SAT, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and performance testing.
• Coordinate plant start-up activities and provide technical support during testing, commissioning, and operational handover.
• Prepare punch lists, monitor snag rectification, and close outstanding works before handover.
• Prepare as-built drawings, operation and maintenance documentation, testing records, and commissioning reports.
• Participate in progress meetings and provide updates on engineering, procurement, installation, and commissioning activities.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in instrumentation engineering, electrical engineering, control engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in instrumentation and control engineering.
• Practical experience with PLC, SCADA, HMI, and industrial automation systems.
• Good understanding of Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, and OPC.
• Ability to review engineering drawings, technical specifications, and vendor documentation.
• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and project deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in water, wastewater, pumping stations, or industrial EPC projects is preferred.
• Experience with testing and commissioning PLC/SCADA and instrumentation systems is advantageous.
• Experience integrating PLC/SCADA with pump controls, VFDs, surge protection systems, and utility SCADA networks is advantageous.
• Experience coordinating with utility authorities, consultants, and EPC contractors is advantageous.
• Knowledge of DEWA standards, MCCs, VFDs, field instruments, document management systems, and project management procedures is advantageous.
• Experience using PLC/SCADA engineering software and document management systems is advantageous.