C&I Engineer in Belfast

Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Location: Aberdeen

About the Company

This organisation is a specialist industrial automation and engineering services provider, delivering solutions across the full project lifecycle. From conceptual engineering through to commissioning and operational support.

With a strong track record of delivering mission-critical and complex projects on time, on budget, and to a high standard, the business partners closely with clients to provide tailored engineering solutions aligned to their specific requirements.

Role Overview

They are seeking a highly capable Control & Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer who delivers. This role is suited to a practical, hands-on engineer with strong offshore and site experience, who takes ownership of work scopes and drives tasks through to completion with minimal supervision.

You will be involved across the full lifecycle of C&I engineering activities, working closely with clients, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, real-world engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver C&I engineering scopes across onshore and offshore assets, from concept through to execution.
• Undertake offshore and site-based activities including surveys, inspections, punch lists, troubleshooting, and commissioning support.
• Develop, review, and approve C&I deliverables, including:Datasheets,Wiring diagrams,Cause & effect diagrams,I/O schedules,Instrument index,Loop sheets,Specifications and narratives
• Provide practical, efficient solutions to site issues, ensuring safety, quality, and minimal disruption.
• Engage with vendors, package suppliers, OEMs, and client teams to resolve technical queries and maintain project momentum.
• Support commissioning activities, including procedure development, FAT/SAT attendance, loop checking, and system handover preparation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and legislation, including IEC 61511, IEC 60079, ATEX/DSEAR, and client-specific requirements.

Required Experience

• C&I engineering experience in oil & gas, energy, petrochemical, or similar industries.
• Mandatory offshore/site experience, including surveys, troubleshooting, inspections, or commissioning.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation, control systems, safety systems, and hazardous area design.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality engineering work in fast-paced project environments.
• Ability to work independently and get things done without constant direction.
• Clear, confident communicator with experience interfacing with clients and vendors.
• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline (C&I, Electrical, or similar).

Personal Qualities

• Ownership mentality – sees tasks through to completion.
• Practical, grounded, and able to bridge design and site realities.
• Calm under pressure with a bias for action.
• Detail-driven but decisive.
• Positive team player with strong interpersonal skills.