Principal Instrumentation Engineer

Principal Instrumentation Engineer

Airswift Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands

Job Type: Permanent | Work Schedule: Full-Time

Key Requirements

• Minimum 18 years of instrumentation (ICSS) engineering experience, with significant exposure to FPSO
• Proven track record in Lead or Principal Engineer roles
• Strong command of ISA, API, ANSI, NFPA, NEMA standards
• Expertise in instrumentation design, specification, installation, and troubleshooting
• Experience managing engineering contractors, vendors, and multi-disciplinary teams
• Familiarity with hazardous area classifications and offshore reliability engineering
• Ability to work in high-pressure environments, including turnarounds and field execution

Role Overview

• Lead instrumentation engineering across short- and long-term projects
• Define and review instrumentation scopes, specifications, and installation guidelines
• Conduct technical reviews of vendor designs and ensure compliance with standards
• Participate in MOC reviews and provide input into process safety documentation (P&IDs, PSI)
• Support procurement with technical specifications and bid evaluations
• Provide turnaround support and oversee field execution during outages
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of instrumentation standards

About Airswift

Airswift is a global workforce solutions provider specializing in the engineering and technology sectors. With operations spanning over 70 countries, we boast a talent pool of over 9,000 contractors and 1,000 employees. Our unparalleled reach and expertise are unmatched in the industry. Learn more about Airswift at https://www.airswift.com/blog.

Other Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Business Development
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting