Instrumentation & Control Systems Design Engineer - Durban at Hire Resolve

Job Description


A well‑established engineering consultancy is currently seeking a highly experienced Instrumentation & Control Systems Design Engineer to join their team.


Responsibilities
As an Instrumentation & Control Systems Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:

Project Management


Preparing, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring assigned engineering projects.
Interacting with clients to interpret requirements and ensure satisfaction.
Performing quality control checks on budgets, schedules, plans, and team performance, with regular reporting.
Coordinating with project directors/managers to optimize project delivery and profitability.
Reviewing engineering tasks, initiating corrective actions where necessary.


Site Investigations


Conduct site visits and develop evaluations on existing conditions.


Conceptual & Basic Design


Prepare conceptual/basic design reports including preliminary designs, drawings, cost estimates, schedules, and implementation plans.
Develop specifications for required equipment.


Detailed Design


Produce detailed designs, tender drawings, schedules of quantities, contract documents, and cost/schedule estimates.
Prepare equipment datasheets and specifications.
Define field test methods and quality monitoring plans.
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, practices, and standards.


Tender Process Supervision


Manage tender issuance, notifications, adjudication, and reporting.


Construction Interface


Address site queries, prepare monthly payment certificates, and oversee cost control and quality assurance.
Conduct site visits to verify installations align with design intent.
Support control and instrumentation system commissioning.


Administration & Support


Assist with preparation of standards, drawing printing, issue control, contractor and client liaison.
File and manage project documentation and correspondence.
Provide guidance and on‑the‑job training for junior engineers and CAD staff.
Follow ISO9001 procedures and maintain supporting documentation.


General


Perform duties expected of a senior engineering role.
Ensure strong use of MS Word, Excel, Project, and preferred control system design tools (e.g., EPLAN, AutoCAD, SmartPlant Instrumentation).
Apply working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (OHS Act, SANS, IEC, ISA).


Requirements


Experience: Minimum of 6+ years in Instrumentation & Control Systems design (design‑specific).
Qualifications: B.Tech. or B.Sc. (Electrical/Electronic Engineering) or equivalent.
Strong technical background in field instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature, level), control system architecture (PLC, DCS, SCADA), alarm management, and loop design.
Exposure to heavy industry or petrochemical projects will be advantageous.
Ability to be self‑driven, accurate, accountable and maintain quality in design delivery.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Mentoring capability for junior engineers and technical oversight responsibility.