Job Description

Company Description

IOTA Group supports its clients in delivering major international projects across the energy, nuclear, mining, infrastructure and industrial sectors.

For a major uranium mining project in Namibia, we are currently looking for an experienced Instrumentation engineer

Job Description

• Performing and reviewing the instrumentation and control engineering of the project (field instruments, analysers, control valves, PLC / DCS / SCADA, safety instrumented systems, radiation monitoring, nuclear gauges, industrial networks), including the oversight of the EPCM / EPC contractors.
• Contributing to the I&C design criteria, control philosophy, codes and standards, and the control system and network architecture,
• Reviewing I&C deliverables (instrument index, datasheets, loop diagrams, cause and effect, hook-ups, cable schedules, functional specifications, 3D model) and performing interdisciplinary checks,
• Preparing I&C specifications, performing technical bid evaluations and reviewing vendor documents with Procurement, including package control systems integration,
• Participating in HAZOP and SIL studies, defining safety instrumented functions, and following up the actions,

Supporting FAT / SAT of control systems with Quality Control, and resolving technical queries, RFIs and site deviations during construction,

Manage the instrumentation and integration (SCADA) configuration of the project in close coordination with other disciplines and under the management / decision of the engineering manager (change management process).

Supporting loop checks, calibration and commissioning, and preparing engineering change requests with their technical, cost and schedule impacts,

Reporting progress, technical issues and risks to the Engineering Manager, and contributing with DTD to industrial cybersecurity and digitalization of plant data.

Qualifications

• Degree in Instrumentation, Control, Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
• At least 10 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering on mining, mineral processing or industrial projects (EPC/EPCM).
• Site experience during construction or commissioning would be an advantage.
• Functional Safety certification such as TÜV Functional Safety Engineer is a plus.
• Fluent in English.
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation and control systems design, functional safety and industrial communication networks.
• Good knowledge of international standards and codes, including IEC, ISA and SANS.
• Proficiency in SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI) and 3D model review tools.
• Knowledge of Namibian regulations, including radiation source licensing, is desirable.
• Experience in the nuclear or radiologically controlled sector would be a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong coordination skills with multidisciplinary teams, contractors and system integrators.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining focus on OTD, OCD and OQD objectives.
• Autonomous, solution-oriented, and capable of managing complex technical issues.
• Rigorous, organized, and possessing strong written communication skills.
• Open to working in multicultural environments, including French-speaking contexts.
• Interest in the digitalization of engineering and plant data.
• Valid driver's licence.

Additional Information

• Location: Swakopmund and Trekkopje site, Namibia
• Duration: permanent contract, direct recruitement with the client in Namibia
• Benefits : International and local transportation, Accommodation and meals, Insurance (life insurance and repatriation)
• Starting date: asap