Principal PACO (Process Automation, Control, and Optimization) Engineer / Lead

Job title : Principal PACO (Process Automation, Control, and Optimization) Engineer / Lead Job Location : Rivers Deadline : April 12, 2026 Quick Recommended Links

Job Summary • A Principal PACO (Process Automation, Control, and Optimization) Engineer / Lead acts as the senior technical authority for instrumentation, control, and safeguarding systems, leading PACO design, commissioning, and optimization in oil and gas projects. • They oversee contractors, manage vendors (MAC/DCS), and ensure compliance with DEPs/international standards.

Key Responsibilities • Technical Leadership:Act as the technical lead for PACO scope in brownfield/greenfield projects, providing authoritative decisions on instrumentation, DCS, and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS). • Project Execution & Management:Lead design reviews, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Integrated FAT (iFAT), and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for PACO systems, including third-party packages. • Vendor Management:Lead control system vendors and system integrators, particularly specializing in Main Automation Contractor (MAC) systems like Emerson. • Commissioning & Startup:Manage pre-commissioning and commissioning, troubleshooting, and debugging of PLCs, DCS, and SIS. • Technical Assurance:Ensure compliance with HSSE frameworks, Shell standards (DEP, DCAF, DEM1/2), and international engineering standards. • Mentorship:Provide coaching and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.

Required Qualifications & Skills • Education:Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electronics, Instrumentation, or related field). • Experience:Significant experience (often 12+ years) in Oil and Gas projects. • Technical Expertise:Deep knowledge of process automation, control system design, safeguarding, and field instruments. • Software/Systems:Proficiency with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). • Leadership:Strong leadership skills, ability to work independently, and capability to manage multi-discipline teams