Control and instrumentation supervisor engineer

-Role Objective:

To supervise and ensure the reliable operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of control systems for gas turbines and compressors in oil & gas facilities, with mandatory expertise in GE control platforms (Mark VIe, Mark VI, Mark V).

-Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise the maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and tuning of control and instrumentation systems on turbomachinery (gas turbines, compressors, auxiliaries).
• Lead and manage a team of C&I technicians and contractors during scheduled maintenance, commissioning, and emergency interventions.
• Ensure full functionality and integrity of GE Mark V / Mark VI / Mark VIe control systems, including software diagnostics, I/O verification, firmware updates, and sequencing logic.
• Manage control loops,p/shutdown sequences, and turbine protection interlocks.
• Monitor system performance, alarms, and logs using GE Toolbox/ST or ControlST.
• Interface with OEMs (GE or others) for technical support, upgrades, and root cause analysis.
• Conduct loop checks, FAT/SAT, and performance testing.
• Maintain and update technical documentation, cause & effect charts, and as-built drawings.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE procedures and hazardous area instrumentation requirements (IECEx/ATEX).
• Coordinate with process, electrical, and mechanical teams to optimize turbomachinery performance.

Technical Expertise:

• Mandatory: Proven hands-on experience with GE Mark V, Mark VI, and Mark VIe control systems
• Strong knowledge of control architectures, turbine sequencing, servo systems, and logic diagnostics
• Experience with Toolbox/ST, ControlST, CIMPLICITY, or equivalent HMI/SCADA platforms
• Solid understanding of field instrumentation: pressure, flow, vibration sensors, thermocouples, speed pickups, control valves
• Familiarity with rotating equipment (centrifugal compressors, gas turbines – Frame & Aeroderivative)
• Good understanding of IEC, ISA, API 670/612 standards and SIL implementation

-Candidate Profile:

• Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Instrumentation, Control, Electrical or Automation Engineering
• Experience: Minimum 8–10 years in oil & gas, with at least 5 years on GE Mark V/VI/VIe systems
• Languages: Fluent in English (technical level required) – French and/or Arabic is a plus
• Certifications Preferred: BOSIET / H2S / OEM-specific GE training / ATEX

-Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and analytical thinking

• Autonomous, organized, and safety-focused

• Effective communicator and able to work in multicultural, high-pressure environments

• Capable of training junior staff and sharing knowledge with the team