Lead Controls & Instrumentation Engineer

Lead the design of advanced control and instrumentation systems for complex offshore oil and gas projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Lead Control & Instrumentation Engineer to take ownership of engineering design across major offshore projects. You will provide technical leadership, act as Design Authority, and ensure project deliverables are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

If you are driven by solving technical challenges, leading multidisciplinary teams, and shaping high-profile offshore systems, this role offers career progression, technical authority, and exposure to cutting-edge oil and gas projects.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage all Control & Instrumentation engineering deliverables across projects

Act as Design Authority for C&I systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices

Design and specify control systems, switchgear, instrumentation, F&G, emergency shutdown, SIF/SIS, and hydraulic packages

Ensure designs meet hazardous area regulations (ATEX, DSEAR) and IEC61508/61511 safety standards

Coordinate and participate in design reviews, workshops, and multidisciplinary meetings

Oversee technical input from CAD technicians, engineers, and third-party support

Prepare technical documentation, reports, presentations, and specifications

Support procurement, bid evaluation, and vendor/subcontractor management

Provide engineering input during FATs, SITs, installation, and commissioning activities

Ensure project scope, budgets, and schedules are delivered efficiently and accurately

Qualifications & Requirements

HND or equivalent in Instrumentation, Control, or related discipline; degree desirable

Minimum 10 years’ experience in oil & gas or petrochemical projects

Proven experience in C&I and safety systems design for offshore projects

Accreditation in IEC61508/61511 (TUV or equivalent)

Experience applying DSEAR and hazardous area compliance

Proven track record of delivering project scopes on time and within budget

Strong understanding of British (BS), European (EN), and international standards

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Professional, approachable, and collaborative with onshore and offshore teams

Strong communication skills for client, vendor, and team engagement

What’s in it for you

The offshore oil and gas sector offers technically challenging, high-impact projects with long-term career stability and development opportunities. This role provides leadership responsibility, exposure to high-profile systems, and hands-on involvement with cutting-edge offshore technology.

Competitive salary and market-aligned benefits

Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled C&I discipline team

Exposure to complex, high-profile offshore oil and gas projects

Hybrid/flexible working where feasible

Technical leadership and clear career progression pathways

Collaborative and supportive team culture

Access to advanced design and model review tools

Strong focus on HSE, quality, and innovation

Company Overview

Our Client is a global leader in advanced engineering and technology solutions for the oil and gas sector, delivering critical offshore projects worldwide. Renowned for tackling complex challenges, they combine technical expertise, innovation, and collaboration to deliver safe, high-quality, and sustainable solutions.

Their culture promotes curiosity, teamwork, and professional development, offering engineers the chance to take ownership of high-impact projects and grow their careers