Chief Manager - Instrumentation (Lead Instrumentation Engineer)

What we're looking for

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Chief Manager - Instrumentation (Lead Instrumentation Engineer) to join our EAI (Electrical, Automation, and Instrumentation) team. This pivotal role involves leading the design and engineering execution of all instrumentation aspects, as well as basic electrical studies, for both domestic and international FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) and detailed engineering projects. You'll be instrumental in shaping future solutions and ensuring the highest technical and economic standards.

Job Purpose:

• Responsible for all the design and engineering execution of instrumentation and basic electrical study of domestic and international FEED & Details engineering projects within the John Cockerill Hydrogen (JCH2) Business Line.
• Work as part of the EAI team, specializing in industrial electricity, power conversion, automation, and instrumentation.

Key Result Areas:

• Based on process team studies, check and develop the P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams) related to the solution.
• Write specifications and participate in technical discussions with customers and suppliers.
• Identify future solutions based on market evolution.
• Identify improvements and/or weaknesses.
• Follow up on new technologies and supplier developments to ensure the best technical and economic solution for each of our products.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Instrumentation engineer will be responsible for:
• Design of instruments in process installations.
• Specify instruments (technical specifications and/or datasheets).
• Develop the instrument list and IO list relative to a project.
• Contact suppliers in collaboration with the Purchasing Department to ensure technical comparison of offers and technical discussions with suppliers.
• Determine different scenarios based on process parameters.
• Deliver input for technical specifications after design optimization.
• Conducts risk analysis and HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study).
• Revise parameters based on supplier feedback and internal detailed calculations.
• Assesses compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• Participate in the redaction of commissioning procedures.
• Ensure the follow-up of suppliers, including receipt of material.
• Participate in FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) and SAT (Site Acceptance Test) related to studies, based on checklists for verification of product conformity.
• Develop engineering processes and templates for the team.
• Interested and ensure technological watch, be proactive in the continuous learning of the Hydrogen sector.
• Knowledge in electrical basic design is a key advantage.
• Be able to design and specify electrical philosophy.
• Realization of low-voltage electrical distribution studies.
• Carry out power balances, cable books, and cable calculation notes.
• Realize single-line and multifilar diagrams.
• Develop layout diagrams for EAI equipment, cables, and cable trays.
• Produce project lists (electrical consumers, load list, cable list, bill of quantities, etc.).

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Engineering degree in I&C (Instrumentation & Control) or in the electrical field.
• Experience: Minimum 15 years experience in process design and engineering in an industrial environment.
• Experience and knowledge in the Oil & Gas or Energy sector is an asset.
• Proficient in process control, measurement principles, control valves, transmitters, analyzers, and other relevant instruments.
• Knowledge of the following standards, on top of electrical ones (IEC, NEC):
• Functional Safety
• Electromagnetic Compatibility
• Explosive Atmosphere
• API
• Strong and autonomous personality, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a will to win.
• Able to prioritize and have an excellent sense of organization.
• Able to work in a team and take responsibility on several projects in parallel.
• Adaptable and at ease with evolving in a continuously growing environment.
• Fluent in English and French.
• Proficient in MS Office, Teams, and SharePoint.

Background, Skills, and Competencies:

• I&C Engineer with design and engineering experience in oil & gas / Energy / Green Hydrogen sectors.
• Minimum experience of 15 years as I&C engineer with leading and reputed Engineering / EPC companies operating in oil & gas, energy, renewable energy sectors. Exposure and experience of Green Hydrogen projects is a plus.

Skills Required
Ms Office, Process Control, Control Valves, Process Design, Sharepoint