Job title: Electrical IA Engineer

Location: Anbar / Akkaz Oilfield 

Reports Directly To:

Electrical & Instrumentation Lead / Project Manager

Objectives

▪ Act as the technical specialist in electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems.

▪ Ensure all electrical and automation systems are designed, installed, tested, and commissioned in accordance with project requirements and international standards.

▪ Support site construction and commissioning teams in troubleshooting and resolving electrical and automation issues.

▪ Ensure safety compliance and adherence to HSE standards during all phases of electrical and IA activities.

▪ Provide guidance and supervision to subcontractors and site technicians for electrical and IA scope.

Activities

▪ Review and verify electrical and automation design documents, drawings, and specifications.

▪ Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical panels, MCCs, switchgear, and control systems.

▪ Supervise cable laying, termination, loop checks, and pre-commissioning activities.

▪ Monitor field instrumentation installation, calibration, and functional testing.

▪ Support integration of electrical and automation systems with DCS, PLCs, SCADA, and other control systems.

▪ Coordinate FAT, SAT, and system acceptance activities with vendors and clients.

▪ Prepare and review method statements, risk assessments, and work permits related to electrical and IA activities.

▪ Participate in technical meetings and provide regular progress updates to management.

▪ Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis during system failures or performance issues.

▪ Maintain up-to-date as-built documentation and red-line mark-ups.

▪ Ensure compliance with local and international electrical codes and standards.

Prior Expertise / Experience Required

▪ Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Instrumentation & Automation Engineering.

▪ Minimum 8–10 years of experience in electrical and automation projects in oil & gas or industrial sectors.

▪ Strong knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, and control logic.

▪ Experience in commissioning and troubleshooting automation systems (PLC, DCS, SCADA).

▪ Familiarity with international standards (IEC, IEEE, NEC, etc.).

▪ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

▪ Ability to lead teams and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams.

Processes

▪ PTW (Permit to Work) system.

▪ Loop checks and functional testing procedures.

▪ FAT and SAT procedures.

▪ Risk assessments and safety reviews.

▪ QA/QC and inspection protocols.

▪ Commissioning and startup procedures.

▪ Documentation and change management.