E&I Engineer

Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer 

Position Overview 

We are seeking a highly skilled Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer to support the design, installation, and maintenance of power and control systems in our plant. The E&I Engineer will be responsible for ensuring reliable operation of electrical distribution equipment, instrumentation loops, and control systems, while maintaining compliance with applicable codes, standards, and safety practices. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Design & Engineering 
  • Develop and review single-line diagrams, loop diagrams, wiring schematics, cable schedules, and I/O lists. 
  • Specify, size, and select cables, conduit, control panels, junction boxes, instruments, and protective devices. 
  • Ensure proper grounding, shielding, and segregation of power and control wiring. 
  • Prepare and review technical specifications, datasheets, and equipment requisitions. 

• Project Execution 
  • Support installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation systems. 
  • Coordinate with contractors and construction teams to ensure correct implementation of drawings and standards. 
  • Troubleshoot and resolve field issues related to power, instrumentation, or control systems. 
  • Interface with automation engineers to ensure seamless integration with PLCs/DCS/SCADA systems.
• Operations & Maintenance 
  • Provide ongoing support for the operation of motors, drives, switchgear, MCCs, UPS systems, transmitters, analyzers, and control valves. 
  • Develop and execute maintenance procedures, calibration plans, and reliability improvements. 
  • Ensure documentation (as-built drawings, test reports, loop checks) is accurate and up to date. 
• Compliance & Safety 
  • Ensure compliance with NEC/IEC, ISA, IEEE, NFPA, OSHA and company-specific standards. 
  • Contribute to hazard and operability (HAZOP), SIL/LOPA, and risk assessments. 
  • Champion safe work practices for electrical and instrumentation activities. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or related field. 
• 3–8 years of relevant experience in process plants (oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, chemical, or related industries). 
• Strong knowledge of low-voltage power distribution, instrumentation systems, PLC/DCS control, and industrial communication protocols. 
• Proficiency in engineering software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, EPLAN, ETAP, or similar). 
• Familiarity with control philosophies, loop tuning, and process safety systems is an advantage. 

Key Skills 

• Strong understanding of electrical and control system design. 
• Ability to read and develop P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control narratives. 
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously. 

Typical Deliverables 

• Single-line diagrams and load lists. 
• Cable/conduit routing layouts. 
• Instrument loop diagrams and termination drawings. 
• Panel wiring diagrams and I/O schedules. 
• Equipment datasheets and technical specifications. 
• Commissioning procedures and test reports.