Lead Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer (Petrochemical)
Dec 24, 2025 • Sidrah Gohar • Job Openings / Employment & HR Notices
Source:
Bayt.com
2 Open Positions
Full time · 7 - 12 Years of Experience
Business Consultancy Services
Job Description
Job Title: Lead Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer (Petrochemical)
Job Summary:
We are looking for an experienced Lead Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer with strong exposure to maintenance, reliability, and technical support in a large-scale petrochemical or process industry. The role requires hands-on leadership experience, deep technical expertise in I&E systems, and strong knowledge of process safety and functional safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead maintenance, reliability, and technical support activities for field instrumentation and electrical distribution/protection systems in a large process plant
Provide technical leadership for plant instrumentation, control valves, SIS, and safety-critical systems
Support design, engineering review, and lifecycle maintenance of I&E systems in compliance with international standards
Manage and support high and medium voltage systems (132/33/6 kV) including switchgears, MCCs, transformers, and large induction motors
Ensure compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and applicable safety regulations
Act as a technical authority for troubleshooting, failure analysis, and reliability improvement initiatives
Lead and mentor engineers and technicians in I&E maintenance and reliability best practices
Candidate Profile / Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering
7–10 years of total experience, with at least 3 years in a Lead or Senior role within a petrochemical or large process industry
Strong hands-on experience in instrumentation maintenance, electrical systems, and reliability engineering
Proven expertise in SIS, control valves, plant instrumentation, and electrical protection systems
In-depth knowledge of IEC, IEEE, ISA, FCI standards and Functional Safety standards (IEC 61511 / ISA 84)
Solid understanding of OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, and process safety regulations
Certifications (Mandatory / Preferred):
Functional Safety Engineer Certification (FS Eng / CFSP / CFSE) from TÜV, Exida, or equivalent – Mandatory
Reliability & Maintenance certifications such as CMRP, CRE – Preferred
Skills
Job Title: Lead Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer (Petrochemical)
Job Summary:
We are looking for an experienced Lead Instrumentation & Electrical Engineer with strong exposure to maintenance, reliability, and technical support in a large-scale petrochemical or process industry. The role requires hands-on leadership experience, deep technical expertise in I&E systems, and strong knowledge of process safety and functional safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead maintenance, reliability, and technical support activities for field instrumentation and electrical distribution/protection systems in a large process plant
Provide technical leadership for plant instrumentation, control valves, SIS, and safety-critical systems
Support design, engineering review, and lifecycle maintenance of I&E systems in compliance with international standards
Manage and support high and medium voltage systems (132/33/6 kV) including switchgears, MCCs, transformers, and large induction motors
Ensure compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and applicable safety regulations
Act as a technical authority for troubleshooting, failure analysis, and reliability improvement initiatives
Lead and mentor engineers and technicians in I&E maintenance and reliability best practices
Candidate Profile / Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering
7–10 years of total experience, with at least 3 years in a Lead or Senior role within a petrochemical or large process industry
Strong hands-on experience in instrumentation maintenance, electrical systems, and reliability engineering
Proven expertise in SIS, control valves, plant instrumentation, and electrical protection systems
In-depth knowledge of IEC, IEEE, ISA, FCI standards and Functional Safety standards (IEC 61511 / ISA 84)
Solid understanding of OSHA, NFPA, ANSI, and process safety regulations
Certifications (Mandatory / Preferred):
Functional Safety Engineer Certification (FS Eng / CFSP / CFSE) from TÜV, Exida, or equivalent – Mandatory
Reliability & Maintenance certifications such as CMRP, CRE – Preferred
Preferred candidate
Years of experience
7 - 12 years