About the role:

• Location: Gum Adasi, Baku, Azerbaijan
• Schedule: 08:00 – 17:00 (Monday – Friday)
• Transportation: Provided by the company via shuttle buses (to and from the office)

About the role:

Bahar Energy Operating Company (BEOC), a SOCAR Group entity, is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Senior Engineer to oversee all instrumentation, control systems, and automation engineering activities for a major field redevelopment project. This role is responsible for leading the design, specification, integration, and technical assurance of I&C systems across Pre-FEED, FEED, detailed design, and EPCIC phases. The I&C Senior Engineer ensures that control and safety systems meet project requirements, industry standards, and operational reliability targets, while supporting seamless integration with existing field infrastructure and future expansion plans.

Key accountabilities:

• Lead all instrumentation and control systems engineering activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring technical integrity and compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Oversee development of I&C deliverables, including P&IDs, control system architectures, instrument datasheets, control narratives, loop diagrams, and cause-and-effect charts.
• Ensure proper design and integration of DCS/SCADA, ESD, F&G, PLC, and other control and safety systems.
• Manage coordination between instrumentation, electrical, process, mechanical, automation, and subsea engineering disciplines.
• Support development of project scopes of work, technical specifications, tender packages, and interface requirements.
• Review vendor documents, technical bids, and equipment packages to ensure compliance with project and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical leadership during design reviews, HAZOP, SIL assessments, FAT/SAT, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure that all I&C designs consider maintainability, operability, cybersecurity (OT), and long-term reliability.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, and HSE teams to ensure alignment between design intent and operational needs.
• Support construction and installation teams with technical guidance, field clarifications, and resolution of instrumentation-related issues.
• Prepare technical reports, design review summaries, and progress updates for internal stakeholders and management.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Control Systems, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Master’s degree, or specialized training in control systems, automation, or functional safety is an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering in Oil & Gas, petrochemical, or energy sector projects, with significant experience in senior or lead roles.
• Demonstrated experience delivering I&C engineering across Pre-FEED, FEED, and EPC phases.
• Strong knowledge of control and safety systems, instrumentation design principles, international standards (ISA, IEC, API), and hazardous area requirements.
• Experience with DCS, ESD, F&G, SCADA, PLC systems and field instrumentation selection.
• Proficiency in MS Office and engineering design tools; familiarity with project delivery software/systems is an advantage.
• High proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Certifications in DCS/PLC systems and/or safety instrumented systems (SIS) are considered an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead multidisciplinary technical discussions.
• Effective communication and coordination skills; experience working with contractors, vendors, and multicultural engineering teams.

What we offer:

• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous development.
• Opportunities to contribute to meaningful and impactful work.
• Company-provided transportation service (commute to and from work).
• Opportunity to work in a comfortable and team-oriented environment.
• Competitive salary package.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Interested candidates can send their CV to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button.