Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline with a minimum of 15 years of experience in the oil & gas or petrochemical industry. Must have at least 5 years of experience in a similar lead position managing a team on major projects, with specific experience in ADNOC and offshore projects, as well as FEED & EPC phases. Strong technical knowledge of DCS, ESD, F&G systems, smart instrumentation, SIL, control system architecture, and industrial communication protocols is essential.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Engineering - Mechanical & Aeronautical
Company Industry
Construction
About us
Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.
Job purpose
The Lead I&C Engineer shall provide advanced engineering expertise for Instrumentation and Control systems during FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, and PMC phases of ADNOC projects.
The role is primarily engineering-focused with limited involvement in construction support activities. The engineer will be responsible for design review, engineering coordination, technical assurance, vendor management, and compliance with ADNOC standards, international codes, and project specifications.
Key responsibilities
Engineering & Design
Lead and review Instrumentation and Control engineering deliverables for oil & gas projects.
Review and approval:
Instrument index
I/O list
Control philosophies
Cause & effect diagrams
Instrument datasheets
Hook-up drawings
Cable schedules
Loop drawings
JB schedules
Control system architecture drawings
Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, IEC, ISA, API, and international engineering practices.
Review FEED and Detailed Engineering deliverables prepared by EPC contractors.
Participate in design development and technical clarification meetings.
Support optimization of control systems, field instrumentation, and automation philosophies.
Control systems & automation
Review DCS, ESD, F&G, SCADA, and PLC system engineering documents.
Coordinate with telecom, electrical, process, and mechanical disciplines for interface management.
Review system integration philosophies and control narratives.
Evaluate SIL classification studies, alarm management philosophy, and cybersecurity requirements where applicable.
Review FAT/SAT procedures and vendor technical documentation.
Vendor & package engineering
Coordinate with package vendors for instrumentation and control requirements.
Review vendor documents and ensure timely resolution of comments.
Support technical bid evaluations and vendor selection processes.
Ensure package compliance with project specifications and operational requirements.
PMC & project coordination
Monitor EPC contractor engineering progress and quality.
Provide technical guidance during engineering execution.
Participate in HAZOP, SIL, constructability, and design review workshops.
Coordinate with ADNOC and PMC teams for engineering approvals and technical alignment.
Support project schedule adherence and engineering milestone achievement.
Construction & site support
Provide engineering clarification and technical support to site teams when required.
Review technical queries, deviations, and site engineering issues.
Support pre-commissioning and commissioning teams during system checks and startup activities if required.
Occasional site visits may be required for technical verification and coordination.
Minimum qualifications & experience required
A bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline or equivalent from an accredited university, with a minimum of fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the oil & gas or petrochemical industry, including a minimum of five (5) years (preferred) in the GCC region.
Must have at least five (5) years of experience in a similar position on major oil & gas or petrochemical projects, managing a team of specialists, senior engineers, and engineers.
ADNOC project experience is required.
Offshore project experience is required.
PMC experiences are preferable.
Experience in FEED & EPC phases is required.
Technical skills
Strong knowledge of:
DCS / ESD / F&G systems
Smart field instrumentation
SIL & functional safety
Control system architecture
Industrial communication protocols
Instrument sizing and selection
ADNOC engineering specifications
Familiar with:
SPI / SmartPlant Instrumentation
Aveva Engineering
AutoCAD
MS Office
Good understanding of multidisciplinary engineering coordination.
Moving forward together
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.
And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.
About the Company
Worley is a leading global provider of professional services in the energy, chemicals and resources sectors. We partner with our customers to address their most critical challenges at every stage of their projects: from initial concepts to sustaining and enhancing their assets. And we provide smarter, bolder solutions while delivering on our own sustainability commitments.
We are 51,000 bright minds across 46 countries all driven by a common purpose – delivering a more sustainable world. While working to fulfill our ambition to be recognized globally as the leader in sustainability solutions.
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