IOTA GROUP

PLC Specialist - Lead Package Interface

IOTA GROUP  •  Sohar, OM (Onsite)  •  15 days ago
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Job Description

IOTA Group is recruiting for large-scale LNG bunkering project supporting energy transition initiatives within a major international operator environment. The role sits within the commissioning and start-up team of a complex onshore LNG facility involving liquefaction, storage, utilities, and loading systems.

The position focuses on Package PLC and control system integration, ensuring safe, reliable, and fully validated automation systems ready for start-up, operations, and long-term performance.

  • Lead Package PLC / ICSS interface activities during commissioning and start-up phases
  • Review and validate PLC architectures, control logics, cause & effects, and narratives
  • Ensure full integration of PLC systems with DCS/ICSS, including PCS, SIS, FGS, networks, and historians
  • Supervise FAT, SAT, SIT, and operational test procedures and acceptance criteria
  • Monitor contractor execution of PLC commissioning activities and ensure compliance with project requirements
  • Manage troubleshooting of PLC, instrumentation, and communication/network issues during commissioning and early operations
  • Support energization, loop checks, start-up sequencing, and system stabilization
  • Verify start-up readiness (alarms, bypasses, backups, communications, diagnostics, as-built software)
  • Coordinate multi-discipline teams (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation) on site
  • Support handover to operations, including documentation, training, and competency development
  • Ensure HSE, cybersecurity, and SIL compliance throughout all activities

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Engineering (Automation, Control Systems or equivalent)
  • 15+ years’ experience in Oil & Gas industry, including LNG projects
  • 10+ years in PLC / Package Coordination roles in commissioning environments
  • Strong hands-on expertise with PLC systems and vendors (e.g., Emerson, Siemens, Schneider, ABB, Honeywell, Rockwell, Foxboro)
  • Proven experience in LNG plant commissioning and start-up phases
  • Strong knowledge of ICSS/DCS/SIS integration and industrial communication networks (Profibus, Modbus, Ethernet/IP)
  • Experience in package systems coordination across complex EPC environments
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and interface management skills
  • Leadership in multi-disciplinary, contractor-facing environments
  • Strong commitment to HSE, operational safety, and procedures compliance
  • Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken)
  • Ability to mentor, train, and support operational teams

Additional Information

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IOTA GROUP

About IOTA GROUP

IOTA Group is a global leader in service delivery, redefining international deployment and local integration with over 40 years of expertise.

Based in Switzerland near Geneva, we operate through a network of subsidiaries, ensuring agility and compliance with both local requirements and global standards.

Our network includes over 100,000 consultants worldwide, offering unparalleled expertise to help clients succeed in cross-border projects.

Committed to excellence, we prioritize integrity and transparency, working as strategic partners to deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique demands of each country. By combining local talent with expatriate expertise, we ensure seamless project execution while adhering to strict ethical and legal standards.

With operations in more than 120 countries, we provide comprehensive services, including talent acquisition, workforce deployment, and local integration, all designed to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.

Our expertise reduces regulatory risks, minimizes disruptions, and guarantees smooth transitions. From payroll compliance and tax management to social security and repatriation, we handle all aspects of employment management with precision.

We also offer end-to-end logistics support, such as travel coordination, accommodation, and administrative processes like visas and work permits.

These services free our clients to focus on their core operations, confident that their workforce management is in expert hands.

With a proven track record across diverse industries, we have become trusted partners to businesses worldwide, transforming challenges into opportunities and fostering long-term success.

At IOTA Group, we don’t just support businesses; we empower them to grow and thrive in an interconnected world.

Industry
Oil, Gas & Mining
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Mies, CH
Year Founded
1982
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