Lead engineer

Role overview We are seeking an experienced PCC Instrumentation Lead Engineer to lead and execute instrumentation related precommissioning and commissioning activities on a large-scale LNG facility. The role carries full responsibility for instrumentation systems readiness from mechanical completion through commissioning, startup support, and handover to operations. This is a site based leadership role, suited to senior instrumentation commissioning professionals with strong EPC project experience. Key responsibilities Lead all instrumentation PCC activities in line with the commissioning philosophy and schedule Provide technical and execution leadership to instrumentation system engineers and field teams Ensure instrumentation systems are fully prepared for: Precommissioning Commissioning Startup and initial operation Coordinate and supervise key activities including: Instrument installation verification and inspection Loop checking and functional testing Cause & effect testing Instrument calibration and validation Control valve testing and stroking Analyzer commissioning Verify mechanical completion (MC) and manage punch list clearance for instrumentation scope Coordinate closely with electrical, process, operations, construction, HSE, and QA/QC teams Review and approve instrumentation commissioning procedures, test packs, and dossiers Support DCS, ESD, F&G, and PLC system testing in coordination with vendors and automation teams Manage SIMOPS, PTW compliance, and safe execution of live system testing Report on progress, constraints, and risks to the commissioning manager Education Bachelor’s degree in instrumentation, control, electrical, or related engineering discipline Experience Minimum 10 years experience in oil & gas or LNG projects Proven role as instrumentation lead during precommissioning and commissioning phases Strong hands‑on experience with: Instrument loop checks Control systems and safety systems commissioning Large EPC project environments Extensive site based LNG or gas processing facility experience Candidates without direct instrumentation commissioning leadership experience will not be considered Technical expertise Strong knowledge of: Instrumentation commissioning workflows and system handover DCS, ESD, F&G, PLC, and analyzer systems Commissioning documentation, test packs, and system dossiers Ability to interpret: P&IDs and cause & effect charts Instrument loop diagrams and hookups Control system architecture drawings Leadership & professional skills Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary instrumentation teams Strong coordination and interface management skills Clear verbal and written communication in English Comfortable working in high pressure, multicultural site environments Ideal background LNG precommissioning, commissioning, and startup exposure

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