JO-FNY5EX
Lead Instrumentation & Electrical [I&E] Engineer
Port Harcourt, Nigeria · September 24, 2026
Actively Hiring
Key responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) engineering activities for projects and plant operations.
- Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, datasheets, calculations, and technical documentation.
- Develop and review single-line diagrams, cable schedules, load lists, instrument indexes, I/O lists, and control system architecture.
- Oversee design and installation of electrical systems, instrumentation, control systems, and associated equipment.
- Coordinate with civil, mechanical, process, piping, and other engineering disciplines.
- Supervise contractors and engineering teams during installation, testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning.
- Ensure compliance with applicable IEC, IEEE, ISA, NEC, and relevant local/international standards.
- Conduct technical evaluations of equipment, instruments, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, PLC/DCS/SCADA, and control-system issues.
- Monitor project progress, quality, cost, and schedule for I&E activities.
- Participate in FAT, SAT, loop checking, functional testing, energization, and commissioning.
- Ensure adherence to HSE, quality, and company procedures.
- Prepare technical reports, progress reports, inspection records, and commissioning documentation.
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers, technicians, and site teams.
Desired candidate profile
We are looking for an experienced Lead Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) Engineer to lead the design, engineering, installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities related to electrical and instrumentation systems. The role requires strong technical expertise, project coordination skills, and the ability to manage multidisciplinary engineering teams.Required Qualifications & SkillsBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics Engineering or a related field.15+ years of relevant experience in electrical and instrumentation engineering, preferably in industrial, EPC, oil & gas, manufacturing, power, mining, or infrastructure projects.Strong knowledge of LV/MV electrical systems, instrumentation, control systems, PLC/DCS/SCADA, and industrial automationExperience with engineering software and tools such as AutoCAD, ETAP, EPLAN, or similarGood understanding of electrical protection, motors, MCCs, transformers, instrumentation, control valves, transmitters, and process control systems.Strong project management, leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills.Ability to manage multiple activities and work effectively with contractors, consultants, vendors, and clients.Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
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