Distributed Control System Engineer DCS

Roles and responsibilities

Purpose of the Job:

• Manage multi-disciplinary studies and projects related to control systems (DCS, PLC) engineering within designated operational areas.
• Oversee interactions with Engineering Technical Services, Consultants, Contractors, and project executors to optimize assets and enhance revenue.
• Collaborate with relevant sections on control systems design and architecture.
• Duties and Responsibilities:
  
  • Assess and manage the feasibility of control system modifications and upgrades, ensuring consistency with standards to improve operational efficiency and asset integrity.
  • Participate in the review and refinement of control system designs, specifications, and technical documents throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to schedules.
  • Prepare Statement of Requirements (SOR) documents for project initiation and manage Project Initiation Note (PIN) deliverables in SAP, ensuring endorsements and approvals are completed.
  • Review and provide feedback on design and specification documents, facilitating timely review and resolution of issues between end-user departments and project teams.
  • Participate in safety sessions (e.g., HAZID, HAZOP, ENVID, HAZAN) to assess potential hazards, analyze risks, and ensure mitigation controls are implemented in line with procedures.
  • Act as a liaison between end-users and the Engineering department, resolving conflicts and ensuring alignment with project goals.
  • Manage SAP Technical Management of Change (MOC) requests, optimizing resources while maintaining compliance with regulatory frameworks and schedules.
  • Conduct process simulations to assess the viability of proposed changes, working with operational teams to validate outcomes.
  • Monitor and coordinate feasibility studies of Technical MOCs, resolving any process or operational issues before proposing changes.
  • Lead new projects from the SOR stage through commissioning and handover, ensuring alignment with asset holder requirements.

Desired candidate profile

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or equivalent, with experience in control systems such as DCS and PLC.
• Proficiency in software tools like HYSYS, PIPENET, PIPEPHASE, and FLARENET for process simulation and project management.
• Membership in a Chartered Professional Institute is advantageous.
• Fluent in written and oral English communication.
• SAP certification or working knowledge is mandatory.

Experience:

• Over 10 years of experience in control systems engineering within industries such as gas processing plants, refineries, or hydrocarbon plants.
• Minimum of 6 years in a senior supervisory or engineering capacity.
• Extensive experience using computer simulations for process optimization.
• Familiarity with engineering standards and codes (e.g., API, NFPA, ASME, BS/EN, SHELL DEP).

Additional Requirements:

• Valid Light Vehicle Driving License issued by the Qatar Traffic Department.
• Completion of Defensive Driving training/course.