Automation Engineer

About the role

Saipem is seeking an Automation Engineer to join the Commissioning Department of the COMP2 Project in Qatar. Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, you will be responsible for engineering, pre‑commissioning, commissioning, testing and handover of automation systems for complex energy and infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities

• Review automation deliverables (P&IDs, control logic, I/O lists, loop diagrams, cause & effect charts) and validate vendor documents for PLC, DCS, SCADA, ESD and F&G systems.
• Perform pre‑commissioning activities such as loop checking, continuity, insulation, calibration and functional checks before energisation.
• Execute commissioning of automation systems, including logic testing, cause & effect validation, alarm and interlock verification, and system integration tests.
• Conduct FAT, SAT and performance testing, troubleshoot issues and prepare commissioning procedures, test reports and as‑built documentation.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, vendors, subcontractors and client representatives, and ensure HSE compliance during all activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Control or Automation Engineering.
• 5–10+ years of experience in EPC projects, preferably in Oil & Gas or Energy, with hands‑on commissioning experience.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Required skills

• Control systems: PLC, DCS, SCADA, ESD, F&G.
• Field instrumentation: pressure, flow, level, temperature.
• Communication protocols: Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP.
• Testing & commissioning tools, strong knowledge of IEC, ISA, API standards.

What we offer

• Permanent contract – project‑based position.
• Comprehensive corporate benefits package.
• Working hours: 60 hours per week (10 hours × 6 days).
• Location: Qatar site.