Instrument & Control Lead

About the Job

Please apply only if the salary range meets your expectations and you are willing to relocate to Erbil, Kurdistan Region – Iraq. Location: Erbil, Kurdistan Region – Iraq Sector: Oil & Gas / Energy / Power Employment Type: Full-Time - Residential Experience: 12+ Years Salary Range: $4,000 to $6,000 Net per month JOB SUMMARY We are seeking an experienced Instrument & Control Lead to lead and oversee instrumentation, control systems, and related engineering activities for oil & gas, energy, and thermal power plant projects. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across engineering, construction, commissioning, and operational activities, ensuring that all I&C systems are delivered safely, reliably, and in accordance with project specifications and industry standards. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and supervise Instrumentation & Control engineering activities across project phases. Review and approve I&C engineering deliverables, specifications, drawings, datasheets, and technical documentation. Provide technical leadership for DCS, PLC, SCADA, ESD, F&G, and other control systems . Coordinate with process, electrical, mechanical, civil, operations, and project teams to ensure effective system integration. Oversee installation, testing, commissioning, loop checking, and start-up activities. Ensure instrumentation and control systems comply with project requirements, international standards, and applicable HSE requirements. Review vendor documentation, technical proposals, and equipment selections. Support troubleshooting, technical investigations, and resolution of I&C-related issues. Monitor contractors and vendors to ensure quality, progress, and compliance with approved engineering requirements. Participate in design reviews, HAZOP/HAZID, SIL assessments, FAT, SAT, commissioning, and start-up activities as required. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Instrumentation & Control engineers and technicians. Ensure proper documentation, as-built records, punch-list closeout, and handover to operations. Promote safe working practices and continuous improvement throughout all I&C activities. REQUIREMENTS Education Bachelor's degree in Instrumentation & Control, Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline. Experience 12+ years of relevant experience, preferably within the Oil & Gas, Energy, Petrochemical, or Power sector . Proven experience in a senior/lead I&C engineering or project role – must have demonstrated seniority as a Team Lead , not just a few years in a lead position. Thermal power plant experience is a key requirement – experience with CCGT/CCPP, gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSG, boilers, and balance of plant (BOP) systems . Strong knowledge of instrumentation, control systems, process automation, and industrial communication systems. Experience with DCS, PLC, SCADA, ESD and Fire & Gas systems . Strong understanding of engineering standards, project specifications, commissioning practices, and HSE requirements. Experience working with EPC contractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams. Strong leadership, coordination, problem-solving, and communication skills. Fluency in English is required. PREFERRED Experience working on oil & gas production facilities, processing plants, pipelines, terminals, or energy projects . Familiarity with international standards such as IEC, ISA, API, NFPA, and relevant industry standards . Relevant professional certifications would be an advantage. Thermal power plant experience – CCGT/CCPP, gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSG, boilers.