Instrumentation Engineer, PCC & Start-up
Bureau Veritas Group
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Manama • Bahrain
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About the role
- Verification of P&IDs, instrument index, I/O lists, loop diagrams, hookup drawings, and control philosophy to ensure readiness for testing.
- Verify receipt and conformity of instruments, tubing, fittings, junction boxes, control panels, and cables as per data sheets and specifications.
- Supervise correct installation of transmitters, control valves, analyzers, switches, and associated tubing and cabling in accordance with drawings and standards.
- Ensure continuity and insulation resistance testing of instrument cables and signal lines before energization.
- Preparation and perform loop tests.
- Functional test for all systems UPS/FGS/PLC/control logics.
- Oversee calibration and bench testing of instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level transmitters, etc.) prior to field installation.
- Verify control system (DCS/PLC/ESD) hardware installation, grounding, power supply, and marshalling terminations.
- Stroke test.
- Identify, log, and follow up on punch items related to instrumentation and control systems during pre-commissioning/commissioning inspections.
- Perform SAT verification with vendor.
- Maintain calibration certificates, loop check records, and test reports for turnover packages.
- Conduct functional tests for control valves, shutdown valves, transmitters, and alarm/interlock systems as per logic diagrams.
- Participate in cause and effect testing for ESD systems, fire & gas systems, and compressor protection logic.
- Verify compressor control panel logic, speed control, surge protection, and interlocks with field instruments.
- Check and commission instrument air compressors, dryers, filters, and air distribution lines for proper operation.
- Verify integration between DCS, ESD, and vibration monitoring systems; ensure all signals are correctly mapped.
- Support process and mechanical teams during compressor performance and reliability run tests, ensuring instrumentation accuracy.
- Liaise with vendor specialists for equipment testing (compressor control panels, analyzer systems, etc.) and client for witnessing tests.
- System start-up and line up.
- Troubleshooting the instruments during PCC & start-up.
- During PCC & startup coordinate with DCS and perform field activities.
Requirements
- Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation / Control
- Diploma-10–15 years in oil & gas projects; Bachelor’s Degree -8-15 years in oil & gas projects
- Overseas experience: Yes (Bahrain is preferred)
- Loop checking, function test, calibration, analyzers, control valves, C&E testing.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
loop testingcalibrationfunctional testingP&ID verificationinstrumentationcontrol systemstroubleshootingsignal mappinginstallation supervisionpunch item logging
Soft Skills
supervisioncoordinationcommunicationproblem-solvingvendor liaison
Certifications
Diploma in InstrumentationBachelor’s Degree in Control