An instrumentation engineer is responsible for designing, developing, installing, maintaining, and managing instruments and control systems used in various industries, such as Oil & Gas. They play a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and reliable measurement and control of processes and equipment.

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Senior Installation Engineer

Expertise: Embedded Software

Experience: 3 years

This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, performing engineering tasks and developing execution methods for various offshore projects, including heavy lift installation and decommissioning.As a Senior Installation Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical work preparation services across product development, study, tender, and commercial transport and installation (T&I) projects. You will collaborate with a team of engineers and liaise with other departments such as procurement, fabrication, operations, and logistics to deliver innovative solutions for offshore projects. Develop execution methods for offshore projects, including the selection of required equipment, concept and detailed design of lifting arrangements, rigging, grillage, and seafastening. Perform engineering, technical project preparation, and execution support for offshore heavy lift installation projects. Review and coordinate the review of internal and external project deliverables, such as drawings, reports, and procedures. Prepare and coordinate subcontractor Scope of Works. Provide guidance and coaching to less experienced engineers. Opportunity to work offshore on vessels to support projects and witness your designs in action.Job Qualifications: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Offshore Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering, project preparation, and execution of offshore projects. Strong analytical, practical, and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with rigging design, grillage, and seafastening design. Supervisory and coaching skills with the ability to guide junior engineers. Willingness to work offshore on vessels, overseas, or in other office locations temporarily. Proactive attitude and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Lead Engineer, Commissioning (Mechanical)

Expertise: Embedded Software

Experience: 4 years

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Engineer, Commissioning, with a mechanical engineering background to oversee the commissioning process for assigned systems in offshore oil and gas projects, primarily focusing on FPSO units. The ideal candidate will lead the commissioning team from preparation through execution, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards while delivering quality results.Job Description: Lead the planning and preparation phases by attending supplier kickoff meetings, reviewing supplier documents, and developing commissioning schedules, procedures, and deliverables focused on mechanical systems. Supervise the execution of pre-commissioning and commissioning activities on-site, managing interfaces with construction and pre-operations teams to ensure adherence to operational safety systems and company standards. Oversee the commissioning process for mechanical systems by managing PTWs, commissioning engineers, and technicians, ensuring successful execution, system certification, and maintenance of commissioning records. Collaborate with MC and commissioning teams to ensure timely completion of ITRs and mechanical completions while interacting with engineering departments, vendors, and external stakeholders to resolve commissioning issues. Develop and maintain relationships with technical personnel, providing training and support to team members in a multicultural environment, and ensuring the integration of best practices and lessons learned from past projects.Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Minimum of 8 years of experience in EPC projects within the onshore/offshore oil and gas industry. Proven track record of commissioning at least three FPSO projects, focusing on marine and topside mechanical systems, with strong technical knowledge in commissioning management and HSSE requirements. Proficiency in MS Office, project management software (MS Project/P6), and system completion databases, with the ability to analyze complex progress reports and address issues effectively. Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead and influence teams, and experience in offshore plant startup, stabilization, and performance testing, along with knowledge of industry codes, standards, and regulations relevant to mechanical engineering.

Project Buyer

Expertise: Logistics

Experience: 3 years

Job Description:We are seeking an experienced Project Buyer with expertise in FPSO (Floating Production Storage and Offloading) Projects to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing the procurement and supply chain processes, ensuring that project requirements are met on time, within budget, and in accordance with technical specifications and contractual terms.Key Responsibilities: Procurement Management: Manage the entire procurement lifecycle, including sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing of materials, equipment, and services for FPSO projects. Vendor Management: Identify, evaluate, and develop relationships with suppliers and subcontractors. Ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of project materials and services. Contract Negotiation: Negotiate terms, prices, and conditions with vendors and ensure all contracts are in alignment with project specifications and budgetary constraints. Cost Control: Monitor project costs and identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring compliance with quality standards. Coordination: Work closely with project managers, engineering, and construction teams to ensure alignment of procurement activities with overall project timelines. Risk Management: Identify potential procurement risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project delivery. Documentation: Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and supplier performance. Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations. Reporting: Provide regular updates on procurement status, including any deviations or risks to project schedules and budgets. Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as local and international regulations.Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field. Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Project Buyer in the oil & gas sector, with specific experience in FPSO projects. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of FPSO project requirements, including marine, offshore, and topside equipment procurement. Skills: Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Strong project management and coordination abilities. Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems. Certifications: Relevant certifications in procurement or supply chain management are advantageous. Travel: Willingness to travel to project sites and vendor facilities as required.What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for career growth in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. A chance to work on high-impact projects in the oil & gas industry.Brunel International S.E.A Pte. LtdUEN No: 199603098REA License No: 16S8067Shinu Alexander: R1657042

Mechanical Supervisor (FPSO for Marine)

Expertise: Embedded Software

Experience: 3 years

As a Mechanical Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the construction and installation of mechanical systems on an FPSO project. Your role will ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of all mechanical tasks, from installation to handover, in alignment with project specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.Key Responsibilities: Mechanical Systems Oversight: Supervise the construction and installation of mechanical systems, including pumps, compressors, piping, rotating equipment, and other marine systems. Team Leadership: Lead and manage the mechanical team, providing guidance and supervision to ensure smooth execution of project activities. HSE Compliance: Ensure all work is conducted safely and in accordance with Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies and standards.Project Coordination: Coordinate with project management, marine, and engineering teams to meet project schedules, milestones, and deadlines. Manage site resources (materials, tools, manpower), ensuring timely delivery of equipment and services. Monitor and report on mechanical progress, ensuring timely completion in line with project timelines.Requirements: 5-10 years of supervisory experience in mechanical construction, particularly on FPSO or marine projects. Strong knowledge of FPSO systems, marine operations, and mechanical equipment such as generators, pumps, compressors, turbines, boilers, and purifiers.Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or related disciplines. Recognized certifications in mechanical supervision within the Oil & Gas or Marine sectors (e.g., API, ASME). Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory codes, including DNV, ABS, API, ASME, and IMO.Skills & Competencies: Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of managing teams and liaising with project stakeholders, vendors, and clients. Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, especially in high-pressure environments. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Desirable Qualifications: Experience working on international FPSO projects with offshore exposure. Familiarity with mechanical systems, procedures, and standards is highly preferred. Willingness to travel to offshore or remote project locations as required.

Lead Quantity Surveyor

Expertise: Embedded Software

Experience: 3 years

To lead Project's quantity surveyors team with integrity, supporting the project organization as a subject matter expert for quantity surveying, This role to be perform assigned project Quantity Surveying activities with administrative post-subcontracts (Block-K) documents (e.g. Major Fabrication Subcontracts Agreement and Related Exhibits A-J) with accountability.Key Accountabilities Incorporating best practices in quantity surveying policies as well as considering project-specific needs to ensure reasonable standardization of quantity surveying practices across projects. Plan, select, recruit, train, deploy, develop, and manage the careers of Quantity Surveying Section team members to the satisfaction of project requirements, ensuring qualified resources are always provided on time to maintain project performance. Communicate with Project Controls managers to ensure quantity surveying related issues are properly supported and pipelined for resolution to streamline and debottleneck project execution. Ensure contractual terms and conditions are properly followed and the project gross margin is protected. Guide quantity surveyors and act as specialists on quantity surveying towards the organization to guarantee clarity on contracts quoting, approval, administration, and claim management. Commercial and non-commercial negotiations are conducted in diligent, compliant, and transparent manner, driving the lowest total cost of ownership through the project lifecycle (proposal, EPCCI, operations and decommissioning). Observe basic Subcontracts agreement’s core points of General costs and Remeasurement costs and it’s mechanism. Thoroughly understand of the “Method of Measurement”, Overall Pricing Schedule or Schedule of rates (SOR) and Support services unit rates as per Contracts Agreement Exhibit-E guidelines. Ensure to determine of Base scopes and additional scopes. In depth knowledge on Excel formulas such as Pivot table, V-Lookup, Concatenate, $sign freeze in column & rows and its mechanism, including error reading and understand of the formatted documents from Subcontractor in a easiest and efficient way of computations. Close coordination with Construction, Engineering, Planning and Quality team to update actual progress status and identify potential change works and understand it’s root cause of change. Update on SI-Log / COR or CR, CO-Log and monitoring change work completion status Update on a timely manner and periodical distribute to PMT liaising with Snr. Lead QS. Verify Remeasurement Quantities submitted by subcontractor as guided by method of measurement in contracts and liaising with Project Lead QS using Standard format as per Subcontracts Agreement. Verify reimbursable or Cost-Plus documents (Chinese, Portuguese, other) submitted by subcontractor and update to Project Lead QS of the outcome and notify immediately if any discrepancies found. Verify Custom clearance documents (Chinese, Portuguese, other) submitted by subcontractor and update to project Snr. Lead QS of the outcome and notify immediately if any discrepancies found in cost and inappropriate documents found. Assess cost of the T&M works and timesheet verifications liaising with subcontractor’s counterpart to finalize the appropriate cost impact. Material reconciliation against with free issued (MFE) materials and As built quantities and identify the gap, if found over issued the relevant cost to be back charged to subcontractor Assist the project Snr. Lead QS for Final Closure accounts and safe keep Project Data in appropriate J-Drive folder / Share points as directed by the head of the department.Qualifications Bachelor of Engineering Degree, Engineering Diploma, Marine Degree / Diploma Graduates or Oil & Gas related Minimum 5-8 of Experiences in Oil & Gas especially FPSO shipbuilding or Shipyard experiences.Brunel International S.E.A Pte. LtdUEN No: 199603098REA License No: 16S8067Shinu Alexander: R1657042

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Instrumentation engineer job role

As an instrumentation engineer, your main role is to design and develop instruments and control systems for industrial processes. You will be responsible for installing and commissioning these systems, as well as testing and troubleshooting them to ensure optimal performance. Instrumentation engineers can work full-time for multiple firms, helping them achieve their goals, or they may work as freelancers, assisting various clients in need of their expertise. Instrumentation engineers can be employed by equipment manufacturers or by companies that use the equipment, such as nuclear and renewable energy companies and environmental agencies.

Instrumentation engineer responsibilities

Instrumentation engineers have diverse tasks depending on the organisation they work for and their qualifications. In a manufacturing organisation, an instrumentation engineer may be responsible for designing and maintaining production equipment and machinery. Alternatively, they may be involved in creating biomedical devices or contributing to aerospace projects in another company. 

 

As an instrumentation engineer, you generally will have several key responsibilities:

 

  • Design and select appropriate instruments and control systems for specific applications.
  • Program and configure instruments and control systems to meet the requirements of industrial processes.
  • Conduct site surveys and assessments to identify instrumentation and control system needs.
  • Develop and implement maintenance schedules for instruments and control systems.
  • Collaborate with project teams to successfully integrate instrumentation and control systems.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to team members and stakeholders.
  • Stay up to date with the latest advancements in instrumentation and control systems technology.

Instrumentation engineer qualifications

To become an instrumentation engineer, the following qualifications are typically required:

 

  • A bachelor's degree in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field.
  • Professional certification or licence may be required depending on the country and industry.
  • Strong knowledge of instrumentation and control systems, including sensors, transmitters, PLCs, and SCADA systems.
  • Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations.
  • Proficiency in programming languages and software used in instrumentation and control systems.

Instrumentation engineer skills

As an instrumentation engineer, you should possess the following skills:

 

  • Technical expertise in designing and implementing instrumentation and control systems.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Understanding of operational processes of organisations.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Collaboration skills to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in programming languages and software used in instrumentation and control systems.
  • Strong knowledge of safety protocols and practices.
  • Continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies and industry trends.

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