About the Role
Sterling Oil Exploration & Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO) is seeking a skilled Instrumentation Engineer - Design & Engineering to join our dynamic team in Nigeria. In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, review, and implementation of advanced instrumentation and control systems for our expanding petroleum exploration and production operations.
Key Responsibilities- Review and approve instrumentation and control deliverables including control philosophies, P&IDs, instrument datasheets, and cause-and-effect diagrams.
- Ensure full compliance with international standards such as IEC, ISA, IEEE, API, and SIL/IEC 61511, as well as local regulatory requirements.
- Participate actively in multidisciplinary design reviews, HAZOP, SIL, LOPA, and comprehensive safety studies.
- Coordinate I&C interfaces seamlessly with Process, Electrical, Mechanical, and Package units.
- Approve specialized instruments and control systems for corrosive and toxic services, ensuring strict adherence to material selection guidelines.
- Manage vendor document reviews, technical bid evaluations, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
- Act as the primary point of contact for instrumentation and control matters with clients, consultants, and vendors.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering or a related discipline.
- Extensive professional experience in instrumentation design within the oil and gas or petroleum sector.
- Strong expertise in DCS, PLC, SIS/ESD systems architecture, and configuration.
- Hands-on experience with hazardous area classification, intrinsic safety, and handling chlorine and hydrogen instrumentation.
- Familiarity with IEC, ISA, API standards and functional safety requirements under IEC 61511.
- Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting, installation supervision, pre-commissioning, and commissioning.
- Competitive salary and compensation package aligned with industry standards.
- Opportunities for professional growth and international exposure within a globally recognized energy company.
- Comprehensive medical coverage and other employee welfare benefits.