Automation Engineer

Join Saipem and engineer a sustainable future. We are a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy and infrastructure sectors, delivering complex onshore and offshore projects worldwide. Driven by technological innovation as “One Company”, our 30,000 people from over 130 nationalities in more than 50 countries work every day to enable the energy transition toward Net Zero. At Saipem, your expertise helps shape the future globally for environmental sustainability.

Purpose of the position:

As Automation Engineer, you will respond/report to the Commissioning Manager and be part of Commissioning Department within the COMP2 Project.

How can you support us? Here are below your responsibilities:

1. Engineering & Design Review

   • Review automation-related deliverables (P&IDs, control logic, I/O lists, loop diagrams, cause & effect charts).
   • Validate vendor documents for PLC, DCS, SCADA, ESD, F&G systems.
   • Ensure alignment with project specifications, international standards, and client requirements.

2. Pre-Commissioning Activities

   • Perform loop checking, continuity, insulation, and calibration activities.
   • Verify installation of field instruments, control panels, and wiring.
   • Execute functional checks before system energization.
   • Coordinate with electrical and mechanical teams for system readiness.

3. Commissioning & Start-up

   • Execute commissioning of automation systems including:
     • PLC/DCS logic testing
     • Cause & effect validation
     • Alarm and interlock verification
   • Perform system integration tests and ensure all subsystems operate as per design.
   • Support start-up activities and ensure smooth transition to operations.

4. Testing & Validation

   • Conduct FAT, SAT, and performance testing.
   • Verify I/O signals, control loops, and process sequences.
   • Troubleshoot automation and instrumentation system issues.

5. Documentation & Handover

   • Prepare and manage:
     • Commissioning procedures
     • Test reports and loop folders
     • As-built documentation and dossiers
   • Ensure full system documentation prior to client handover.

6. Coordination & Interface Management

   • Coordinate with:
     • Engineering teams
     • Construction teams
     • Vendors and subcontractors
     • Client representatives
   • Participate in technical meetings and provide progress reports.

7. HSE & Compliance

   • Ensure adherence to HSE policies during commissioning execution.
   • Participate in HAZOP, risk assessment, and safety reviews.
   • Implement permit-to-work (PTW) and safe commissioning practices

What are we looking for?

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering / Instrumentation / Control Engineering / Automation Engineering

Experience

• 5–10+ years experience in EPC projects (Oil & Gas / Energy preferred)

• Hands-on experience in commissioning stage is essential

Languages

• English (required); additional languages are an asset.

Technical Skills

• Control systems: PLC, DCS, SCADA, ESD, F&G

• Field instrumentation: pressure, flow, level, temperature systems

• Communication protocols: Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, etc.

• Testing & commissioning tools

• Strong knowledge of IEC, ISA, API standards

What can we offer to you:

• Permanent Contract – Project-based position

• Corporate Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package

• Working Hours: 60 hours (10 hours x 6 days)

• Our One Saipem Way soft skills model leverages on skills development, career growth, opportunities to innovate through complex challenges by promoting communication and collaboration to achieve common goals

• Location: Qatar – Site

Additional Information

We support your development! Do you feel you might not fit this role perfectly? If you think you can contribute to our business development in the future, don’t hesitate to apply anyway through our spontaneous application form!

We embrace diversity! At Saipem, we believe that innovation thrives through diversity. Our culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, inclusion and the belief that our differences drive our progress.

Safety and Sustainability matter to us! Operating in difficult and at times extreme situations, the focus is always on the health and safety of people and the preservation of the natural ecosystem.

Find out more on our career page here

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