Instrument & Control Engineer

Instrument & Control Commissioning Engineer

Contract Position | Wytch Farm, Dorset

We are seeking an experienced Instrument & Control Commissioning Engineer to join a dynamic, multi-discipline team at a major onshore oil and gas facility located in Dorset.

This is an initial 12-month contract (Monday–Friday, site-based) offering an exciting opportunity to support the safe and efficient delivery of engineering projects and upgrades across a complex legacy site.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver Instrument & Control (I&C) engineering support across the full project lifecycle, from design through to commissioning and handover.

Participate in HAZOP and LOPA studies as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Contribute to the development of project requirements, specifications, and control philosophies.

Prepare and review technical documentation, including:

Loop sheets

Instrument data sheets

Functional design specifications

Cross-patch schedules

Control panel drawings

Functional test procedures

Lead commissioning activities, ensuring quality assurance and compliance with site standards.

Manage interfaces with third-party contractors and vendors.

Ensure all I&C work adheres to internal standards and relevant international codes.

Support the plant’s change management process (e.g., Plant Modification Proposals).

Actively promote and participate in site HSE and safety culture initiatives.

Technical Scope Includes:

Instrumentation (Pressure, Temperature, Level, Flow)

Pneumatic and Hydraulic Control Systems

Distributed Control Systems (DCS)

Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)

Fire & Gas Detection Systems

Flow Measurement Technologies

Candidate Profile:

Degree-qualified in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Electrical, Control, or Instrumentation).

Proven experience in instrumentation and control design and commissioning, ideally within the oil & gas, energy, or process industries.

Familiarity with:

ATEX-rated equipment (CompEx certification desirable)

Functional Safety (IEC 61511) and safety lifecycle principles

Operational Technology cybersecurity (beneficial but not essential)

Excellent communication skills with a proactive, collaborative approach.

Strong commitment to safety and compliance.

Must hold a valid UK driving licence.

Note: Due to the nature of the role, this is a site-based position and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK