Lead Instrumentation Engineer (Supervisory)

nairobiKE

Full-time

Bachelor

13 days ago08/15/202509/14/2025

- Accepting Applications

Key Responsibilities

Project Oversight & Coordination

  • Supervise and coordinate all instrumentation and control activities across multiple projects.
  • Review and approve designs, engineering plans, installation drawings, and commissioning documentation.
  • Ensure effective coordination between instrumentation, electrical, mechanical, and civil disciplines.
  • Oversee the integration of Radar-Based Hybrid Tank Farm Management Systems (TFMS), Terminal Automation Solutions (TAS), and Custody Transfer Metering Systems.

System Design, Installation & Commissioning

  • Lead the design and development of instrumentation systems, selecting appropriate instruments based on project needs.
  • Oversee installation, commissioning, and start-up of Automatic Tank Gauging (ATG) systems, radar level gauges, temperature probes, and related control devices.
  • Ensure accuracy, compliance, and optimal system performance during all project stages.

Team Leadership

  • Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and contractors.
  • Assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure accountability for deliverables.
  • Facilitate skills development, knowledge transfer, and professional growth of junior staff.

Quality Assurance, Compliance & Safety

  • Ensure adherence to industry standards (IEC, ISO, API) and client specifications.
  • Conduct quality checks on design, installation, and commissioning activities.
  • Enforce compliance with HSE policies, site safety protocols, and internal quality management systems.

Contractor & Supplier Management

  • Oversee subcontractor performance and resolve site issues promptly.
  • Review supplier documentation for compliance and quality.

Progress Tracking & Reporting

  • Monitor project schedules, budgets, and milestones for instrumentation scope.
  • Prepare regular progress, risk, and status reports for stakeholders.
  • Recommend mitigation strategies for delays or technical challenges.

Client Interface & Support

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for all instrumentation-related matters.
  • Attend client and project meetings, providing technical clarifications.
  • Conduct client training, system handover, and post-installation support.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

  • Develop and implement maintenance procedures for instrumentation systems.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve system faults efficiently to minimize downtime.
  • Ensure continuous improvement of system performance and reliability.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • Relevant certifications or training in instrumentation, PLC programming, or automation systems preferred.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in instrumentation engineering, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
  • Proven experience in industrial sectors such as Power, FMCG, or Oil & Gas.
  • Strong understanding of instrumentation, control systems, and industrial communication protocols.
  • Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications

Interested and qualified? Go to Burhani Engineers Ltd on jobs.smartrecruiters.com to apply

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Burhani Engineers

Burhani Engineers

Our roots stem from Kenya, where we began in 1977, but have since expanded our footprint across 13 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. With over four decades of experience, Burhani Engineering Works is t...