Head of I&C

We are currently seeking a Head of Instrumentation & Control to join a growing engineering team in Saudi Arabia. This is a pivotal role for a seasoned professional who is passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions and contributing to the development of both traditional and low-carbon energy projects.

• Lead and oversee all instrumentation engineering activities to ensure compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
• Allocate and manage discipline resources for proposals, FEED verification, and detailed engineering phases.
• Monitor team workload and performance, ensuring timely delivery and quality output.
• Collaborate closely with engineering leads and department heads to align project goals and resolve technical challenges.
• Ensure availability of all necessary reference materials, standards, and vendor documentation.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
• Conduct QA/QC checks and ensure adherence to project execution hours.
• Evaluate constructability and value engineering opportunities.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and raise concerns or suggestions to the Head of Department.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Instrumentation, Electrical, or related field);
  Chartered status preferred.
• Extensive years of experience in a design engineering environment, with a strong background in oil & gas and/or energy transition projects.
• Proven leadership in managing engineering teams and project execution.
• Experience working on projects in the Middle East; familiarity with regional standards and practices is a plus.
• Previous involvement in major energy projects, including low‑carbon technologies such as CCUS, hydrogen, and renewables.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proficient in engineering and modeling software.
• Excellent communication and reporting abilities.
• Skilled in estimating execution hours and resource planning.
• Deep understanding of QA/QC processes and standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively across international teams and disciplines.