Lead Instrumentation Engineer (Supervisory)
2025-08-15T08:28:59+00:00
Burhani Engineers Ltd
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FULL_TIME
Kenya
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Engineering
Science & Engineering
2025-08-27T17:00:00+00:00
Kenya
8
Key Responsibilities
Project Oversight & Coordination
- Supervise and coordinate all instrumentation and control activities across multiple projects.
- Review and approve designs, engineering plans, installation drawings, and commissioning documentation.
- Ensure effective coordination between instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, and civil disciplines.
- Oversee the integration of Radar-Based Hybrid Tank Farm Management Systems (TFMS), Terminal Automation Solutions (TAS), and Custody Transfer Metering Systems.
System Design, Installation & Commissioning
- Lead the design and development of instrumentation systems, selecting appropriate instruments based on project needs.
- Oversee installation, commissioning, and start-up of Automatic Tank Gauging (ATG) systems, radar level gauges, temperature probes, and related control devices.
- Ensure accuracy, compliance, and optimal system performance during all project stages.
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and contractors.
- Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure accountability for deliverables.
- Facilitate skills development, knowledge transfer, and professional growth of junior staff.
Quality Assurance, Compliance & Safety
- Ensure adherence to industry standards (IEC, ISO, API) and client specifications.
- Conduct quality checks on design, installation, and commissioning activities.
- Enforce compliance with HSE policies, site safety protocols, and internal quality management systems.
Contractor & Supplier Management
- Oversee subcontractor performance and resolve site issues promptly.
- Review supplier documentation for compliance and quality.
Progress Tracking & Reporting
- Monitor project schedules, budgets, and milestones for instrumentation scope.
- Prepare regular progress, risk, and status reports for stakeholders.
- Recommend mitigation strategies for delays or technical challenges.
Client Interface & Support
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all instrumentation-related matters.
- Attend client and project meetings, providing technical clarifications.
- Conduct client training, system handover, and post-installation support.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Develop and implement maintenance procedures for instrumentation systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve system faults efficiently to minimize downtime.
- Ensure continuous improvement of system performance and reliability.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- Relevant certifications or training in instrumentation, PLC programming, or automation systems preferred.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in instrumentation engineering, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
- Proven experience in industrial sectors such as Power, FMCG, or Oil & Gas.
- Strong understanding of instrumentation, control systems, and industrial communication protocols.
- Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications
Key Responsibilities Project Oversight & Coordination Supervise and coordinate all instrumentation and control activities across multiple projects. Review and approve designs, engineering plans, installation drawings, and commissioning documentation. Ensure effective coordination between instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, and civil disciplines. Oversee the integration of Radar-Based Hybrid Tank Farm Management Systems (TFMS), Terminal Automation Solutions (TAS), and Custody Transfer Metering Systems. System Design, Installation & Commissioning Lead the design and development of instrumentation systems, selecting appropriate instruments based on project needs. Oversee installation, commissioning, and start-up of Automatic Tank Gauging (ATG) systems, radar level gauges, temperature probes, and related control devices. Ensure accuracy, compliance, and optimal system performance during all project stages. Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and contractors. Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure accountability for deliverables. Facilitate skills development, knowledge transfer, and professional growth of junior staff. Quality Assurance, Compliance & Safety Ensure adherence to industry standards (IEC, ISO, API) and client specifications. Conduct quality checks on design, installation, and commissioning activities. Enforce compliance with HSE policies, site safety protocols, and internal quality management systems. Contractor & Supplier Management Oversee subcontractor performance and resolve site issues promptly. Review supplier documentation for compliance and quality. Progress Tracking & Reporting Monitor project schedules, budgets, and milestones for instrumentation scope. Prepare regular progress, risk, and status reports for stakeholders. Recommend mitigation strategies for delays or technical challenges. Client Interface & Support Serve as the primary point of contact for all instrumentation-related matters. Attend client and project meetings, providing technical clarifications. Conduct client training, system handover, and post-installation support. Maintenance & Troubleshooting Develop and implement maintenance procedures for instrumentation systems. Troubleshoot and resolve system faults efficiently to minimize downtime. Ensure continuous improvement of system performance and reliability.
Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field. Relevant certifications or training in instrumentation, PLC programming, or automation systems preferred. Minimum 8 years of experience in instrumentation engineering, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role. Proven experience in industrial sectors such as Power, FMCG, or Oil & Gas. Strong understanding of instrumentation, control systems, and industrial communication protocols. Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications
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Vacancy title:
Lead Instrumentation Engineer (Supervisory)
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Engineering, Category: Science & Engineering]
Jobs at:
Burhani Engineers Ltd
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, August 27 2025
Duty Station:
Kenya | Nairobi | Kenya
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, August 15 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Key Responsibilities
Project Oversight & Coordination
- Supervise and coordinate all instrumentation and control activities across multiple projects.
- Review and approve designs, engineering plans, installation drawings, and commissioning documentation.
- Ensure effective coordination between instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, and civil disciplines.
- Oversee the integration of Radar-Based Hybrid Tank Farm Management Systems (TFMS), Terminal Automation Solutions (TAS), and Custody Transfer Metering Systems.
System Design, Installation & Commissioning
- Lead the design and development of instrumentation systems, selecting appropriate instruments based on project needs.
- Oversee installation, commissioning, and start-up of Automatic Tank Gauging (ATG) systems, radar level gauges, temperature probes, and related control devices.
- Ensure accuracy, compliance, and optimal system performance during all project stages.
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and contractors.
- Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure accountability for deliverables.
- Facilitate skills development, knowledge transfer, and professional growth of junior staff.
Quality Assurance, Compliance & Safety
- Ensure adherence to industry standards (IEC, ISO, API) and client specifications.
- Conduct quality checks on design, installation, and commissioning activities.
- Enforce compliance with HSE policies, site safety protocols, and internal quality management systems.
Contractor & Supplier Management
- Oversee subcontractor performance and resolve site issues promptly.
- Review supplier documentation for compliance and quality.
Progress Tracking & Reporting
- Monitor project schedules, budgets, and milestones for instrumentation scope.
- Prepare regular progress, risk, and status reports for stakeholders.
- Recommend mitigation strategies for delays or technical challenges.
Client Interface & Support
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all instrumentation-related matters.
- Attend client and project meetings, providing technical clarifications.
- Conduct client training, system handover, and post-installation support.
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Develop and implement maintenance procedures for instrumentation systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve system faults efficiently to minimize downtime.
- Ensure continuous improvement of system performance and reliability.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- Relevant certifications or training in instrumentation, PLC programming, or automation systems preferred.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in instrumentation engineering, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
- Proven experience in industrial sectors such as Power, FMCG, or Oil & Gas.
- Strong understanding of instrumentation, control systems, and industrial communication protocols.
- Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 84
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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