Instrumentation and Controls Lead III

The Bergaila Companies

$100K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of supervisory and project management experience in instrumentation and control systems.
  • Advanced degree in Engineering or equivalent professional experience required.
  • Proficient in SAP, Analytics for Excel, Tableau, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong analytical skills for data collection and reporting.
  • Fluent in English, skilled in technical and business communication.
  • Ability to thrive under tight deadlines and adapt to project changes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for instrumentation systems.
  • Coordinate project workloads and implement procedures across all phases.
  • Ensure compliance with instrumentation design standards and safety codes.
  • Select and apply appropriate hardware such as sensors and control devices.
  • Conduct technical reviews and participate in HAZOP/LOPA sessions.
  • Develop detailed schedules and carry out complex acceptance testing.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career advancement within a forward-thinking team.
  • Support for ongoing professional development and additional certifications.
  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Potential for site visits and direct project involvement.
Full Job Description
Instrumentation and Controls Lead III

  • Extensive experience in defining and managing pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for instrumentation systems.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to coordinate workloads, review standards, and implement procedures across all project phases.
  • Deep knowledge of instrumentation design standards, safety codes, and control system architectures, including P&IDs, control narratives, and instrument datasheets.
  • Proven expertise in selecting and applying hardware such as pressure, temperature, level instruments, control valves, and safety devices.
  • Competence in performing technical reviews, participating in HAZOP/LOPA sessions, and supporting quality and constructability reviews.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing detailed schedules and executing complex acceptance testing.

Required Skills:

  • Proven supervisory and project management experience in instrumentation and control systems.
  • Advanced degree in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or equivalent professional experience.
  • Proficiency with industry-standard software tools including SAP, Analytics for Excel, Tableau, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong analytical skills for data collection, interpretation, and reporting.
  • Excellent communication skills, with fluency in English for technical and business documentation.
  • Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and adapt to changing project priorities.

Nice to Have Skills:

  • Familiarity with ISA data sheet specifications and hardware selection for fire/gas detection and shutdown systems.
  • Experience supporting upstream production facilities or capital project management.
  • Additional certifications in instrumentation, process safety, or project management.

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering is required; an advanced degree is highly preferred.
  • Significant hands-on experience in upstream oil & gas projects, commissioning, or related fields, typically 7+ years.

Other Requirements:

  • Willingness to support project activities that may include site visits, meetings, or coordination efforts.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with vendors, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams.

Take the next step in your career and become a key driver of our critical engineering initiatives. Apply now to join a forward-thinking team dedicated to safety, innovation, and operational excellence!

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