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Purpose Of The Position
As Automation Engineer , you will respond/report to the Commissioning Manager and be part of Commissioning Department within the COMP2 Project.
How can you support us? Here are below your responsibilities:
- Engineering & Design Review
- Review automation-related deliverables (P&IDs, control logic, I/O lists, loop diagrams, cause & effect charts).
- Validate vendor documents for PLC, DCS, SCADA, ESD, F&G systems.
- Ensure alignment with project specifications, international standards, and client requirements.
- Pre-Commissioning Activities
- Perform loop checking, continuity, insulation, and calibration activities.
- Verify installation of field instruments, control panels, and wiring.
- Execute functional checks before system energization.
- Coordinate with electrical and mechanical teams for system readiness.
- Commissioning & Start-up
- Execute commissioning of automation systems including:
- PLC/DCS logic testing
- Cause & effect validation
- Alarm and interlock verification
- Perform system integration tests and ensure all subsystems operate as per design.
- Support start-up activities and ensure smooth transition to operations.
- Testing & Validation
- Conduct FAT, SAT, and performance testing.
- Verify I/O signals, control loops, and process sequences.
- Troubleshoot automation and instrumentation system issues.
- Documentation & Handover
- Prepare and manage:
- Commissioning procedures
- Test reports and loop folders
- As-built documentation and dossiers
- Ensure full system documentation prior to client handover.
- Coordination & Interface Management
- Coordinate with:
- Engineering teams
- Construction teams
- Vendors and subcontractors
- Client representatives
- Participate in technical meetings and provide progress reports.
- HSE & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to HSE policies during commissioning execution.
- Participate in HAZOP, risk assessment, and safety reviews.
- Implement permit-to-work (PTW) and safe commissioning practices
What are we looking for?
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering / Instrumentation / Control Engineering / Automation Engineering
Experience
- 5–10+ years experience in EPC projects (Oil & Gas / Energy preferred)
- Hands‑on experience in commissioning stage is essential
Languages
- English (required); additional languages are an asset.
Technical Skills
- Control systems: PLC, DCS, SCADA, ESD, F&G
- Field instrumentation: pressure, flow, level, temperature systems
- Communication protocols: Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, etc.
- Testing & commissioning tools
- Strong knowledge of IEC, ISA, API standards
What Can We Offer To You
- Permanent Contract – Project‑based position
- Corporate Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package
- Working Hours: 60 hours (10 hours x 6 days)
- Our One Saipem Way soft skills model leverages on skills development, career growth, opportunities to innovate through complex challenges by promoting communication and collaboration to achieve common goals
- Location: Qatar – Site
Additional Information
We support your development!
We embrace diversity!
At Saipem, we believe that innovation thrives through diversity. Our culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, inclusion and the belief that our differences drive our progress.
Safety and Sustainability matter to us!
Operating in difficult and at times extreme situations, the focus is always on the health and safety of people and the preservation of the natural ecosystem.
Find out more on our career page here
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