Lead Instrumentation and Control

Position - Lead I&C Engineer (Project)Bazian Power Plant Expansion Project - Sulaymaniyah - Kurdistan.Job Purpose :To lead all instrumentation and control-related activities during the construction and conversion phase of the Bazian-II Combined Cycle Power Plant project. This role ensures successful implementation of DCS (Mark VIe), PLCs, instrumentation systems, and protection interfaces in line with industry standards and project technical specifications.Main Tasks & Accountabilities1. Individual Accountabilities:Supervise installation and testing of DCS (Mark VIe), PLCs, SIS, and field instrumentation, ensuring compliance with design specs.Verify instrumentation index, hook-up diagrams, and loop checks to prevent commissioning delays.Review and approve I&C logic diagrams, I/O lists, and interface documentation for system integration.Lead pre-commissioning activities, including field testing, loop validation, and functional checks.Ensure proper tagging, calibration, and accessibility of all instruments prior to handover.2. Parameters of Success:Zero open loops or missing interlocks impacting commissioning timelines.First-time approval of BMS/DCS/SIS pre-commissioning with no rework.Complete and approved O&M documentation, including SOPs and calibration records.Full SIS compliance with functional safety standards (IEC 61511/61508) and traceability.3. Desired Characteristics:Detail-oriented with strong technical expertise in control systems (DCS/PLC/SIS).Proficient in fieldbus networks (Profibus, Foundation Fieldbus, Modbus) and system architecture.Effective communicator with OEMs, vendors, and cross-disciplinary teams.Problem-solver with a structured approach to troubleshooting and documentation.4. Key Culture & Leadership Behaviors:Champion safety and redundancy in control system design and execution.Collaborate closely with Electrical, Mechanical, and QA/QC teams to avoid integration clashes.Drive accountability for loop integrity and system readiness before energization.Insist on rigorous documentation (as-builts, test reports, calibration logs).5. Interfaces & Coordination:Internal: Construction Manager, QA/QC, Electrical, Mechanical, Process Engineering.External: EPC I&C Contractors, DCS/PLC Vendors (e.g., GE, Siemens, Honeywell), Third-Party Inspectors.6. Authority:Full oversight of all relevant construction activities, ensuring compliance with design, quality, and safety standards.Authority to stop work if non-conformances in any activities are detected.Approve/reject contractor submissions (method statements, ITPs, material approvals) before execution.Direct coordination with engineering, QA/QC, and other disciplines to resolve relevant conflicts, however line manager should be informed.Background Knowledge & Experience. Bachelors Degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience;8-10 years experience in plant industries and at least 5 years of experience in combined cycle power plantHands-on knowledge of DCS/PLC systems (preferably GE Mark VIe), SIS, SCADA, and field devicesFamiliarity with ISA, IEC 61511, loop drawings, hook-ups, and network topologiesSkills Required:Good MS Office skillsGood MS project or Primavera skillsGood written and spoken EnglishGood reporting skillsGood analytical skillsGood team leadership skillsIf you are interested in this opportunity, please share your updated CV with us at recruitment@taurusenergy.com.