We are currently looking for a Senior Instrumentation Engineer for our client. They are a leader in floating technologies for the oil and gas industry and located in Rotterdam area, Netherlands. This position is a year contract with a possibility to extend it. 

Introduction 

The Instrument Department is responsible for the design of Process Control and Instrumentation Systems, Integrated Control & Safety Systems, Fire & Gas Systems and Communication Systems. This includes all associated field devices, such as instruments and valves, and bulk materials such as cables and tubing. 

  

In the FEED and subsequent Basic and Detailed phases of a project, the designers and engineers start with defining the concept and then continue to work-out the details of the systems, implement vendor data and work closely together with our sub-contractors to prepare the detailed documentation for construction, commissioning and operation. By making use of reputable suppliers, standardized solutions and experienced contractors our client is able to do this in a short time frame and with a high quality. 

The role of the Senior Instrument engineer comprises the following tasks: 

  

• Continuously consider cost, constructability, operability and maintainability. 
  
  

• Assist in developing a project specific system design with all associated documentation (philosophies, layouts, specifications, datasheets, block diagrams, Cause & Effect diagrams, etc., etc.). 
  
  

• Act as package engineer for instrument packages and work in close cooperation with Supply Chain to perform technical bid evaluations. 
  
  

• Together with the Lead designer manage the flow of information to remote teams to enable them to prepare Specifications, Bid reviews, Layouts, Cable Block diagrams, Termination diagrams, Loop diagrams, Hook-up diagrams, Mounting details, Cable list, Junction box list, Bulk MTOs for Cables, Cable glands and Hook-up materials. 
  
  

• Review vendor data and ensure package units are properly integrated and/or interfaced. 
  
  

• Ensure that interfaces with other disciplines (mainly electrical, piping and process) are consistent and aligned. 
  
  

• Review documents prepared by sub-contractors to ensure quality and consistency. 
  
  

• Ensure that the system is fully in line with the Regulatory regime, Classification requirements, company standards and Client requirements. 
  
  

  

Profile 

University or Technical College (BSc degree), with several years’ experience in Instrumentation design in the (Offshore) Oil & Gas industry. Fully competent in the engineering use of SmartPlant Instrumentation. Experience with package interfaces. Experience with managing remote teams. Experience with instrumentation for LNG applications and Marine applications is an advantage. Proven competence with instrumentation design in hazardous areas (e.g. IECEx001) is preferable. 

  

Qualifications 

A pro-active approach; taking initiative; problem solving and creative thinking; professional communication in English (verbal and written); conversant with MS Office applications; willingness to travel; team player, looking beyond discipline boundaries, safety conscious. 

  

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.