Instrument Engineer at IOTA Group at IOTA Group

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Take on the role of Instrument Engineer at IOTA Group in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, a prominent international energy consulting company established in 1982. This position centers on managing instrumentation, control, and safeguarding systems for the IMA Gas Field Development Project, a major initiative to develop substantial gas reserves and deliver treated gas to Nigeria LNG. Your daily responsibilities include serving as the technical authority for all instrumentation and control systems, reviewing and approving engineering deliverables from EPC contractors, and ensuring all outputs comply with IOTA's standards and industry regulations such as IEC, API, ISO, and ATEX. You will validate key technical documents including P&IDs, instrument datasheets, control philosophies, and loop diagrams, ensuring alignment with process requirements.

Ideal candidates will bring at least 10 years of experience in the oil and gas sector, hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or related fields, and possess a strong project management mindset. This is a full-time onsite role requiring precise technical expertise and leadership in instrumentation engineering. Port Harcourt's strategic role in Nigeria's oil and gas industry makes this position critical for advancing the IMA project's success, which involves shallow water well-head platforms and complex subsea pipeline systems. The project supports Nigeria's gas production and export infrastructure, reinforcing the region's energy sector vitality. While the salary details are not disclosed, this position offers significant career growth opportunities in energy consultancy and engineering roles within Nigeria's oil and gas landscape. Successful incumbents can advance to senior technical or project management positions in similar high-profile projects. To stand out, emphasize your hands-on experience with instrumentation design, safety instrumented systems, and compliance with international standards. Highlight projects where you have ensured technical integrity and minimized operational risks. Include specific examples of managing instrumentation for offshore platforms or pipelines in your CV. Apply for the Instrument Engineer role at IOTA Group to contribute your expertise to a leading energy consultancy and play a key role in a critical gas development project in Rivers State. While no closing date is specified, early application is encouraged to secure consideration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or related discipline
Minimum 10 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry
Proven knowledge of instrumentation design and control systems
Familiarity with IEC, API, ISO, and ATEX standards
Experience with Safety Instrumented Systems and functional safety standards IEC 61508 and IEC 61511

Responsibilities

Act as technical authority for instrumentation and control systems on the IMA Project
Review and approve engineering deliverables from EPC contractors
Ensure compliance with company standards and international codes such as IEC, API, ISO, and ATEX
Validate P&IDs, instrument datasheets, control philosophies, and loop diagrams
Ensure sufficient instrumentation for well head platforms including pressure, temperature, and flow monitoring
Coordinate with metering specialists for operational and fiscal metering systems
Review and validate PLC, ESD, SCADA, RTU systems, and HMI configurations
Verify Safety Instrumented Systems meet IEC 61508 and IEC 61511 requirements

Key skills

Instrumentation EngineeringPLCSCADAESD SystemsP&IDsSafety Instrumented SystemsIEC 61508IEC 61511ATEXAPI StandardsISO StandardsLoop Diagrams

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IOTA Group

IOTA Group is a leading international independent energy consultancy, established in 1982 with a focus on delivering long-term value through entrepreneurial innovation.

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What qualifications are required for the Instrument Engineer role at IOTA Group in Port Harcourt?

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or a related field and at least 10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry.

Is the Instrument Engineer position at IOTA Group based onsite in Port Harcourt?

Yes, the role is full-time and based onsite in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, requiring presence at the project location.

Are there any specific industry standards the Instrument Engineer must comply with?

Yes, the role requires compliance with IEC, API, ISO, ATEX standards, and functional safety standards IEC 61508 and IEC 61511.

Does the Instrument Engineer role at IOTA Group offer salary information upfront?

No, the salary details are not provided in the job listing for this position.

Is prior project management experience necessary for the Instrument Engineer role?

Yes, candidates should have a project management culture and experience to effectively lead technical teams and manage deliverables.

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