Control & Instrumentation Engineer

About PETROS: 

At PETROS, we aim to achieve sustainable development for Sarawak and the nation through responsible resource management. We embarked on this journey with a purpose: Harnessing Resources for the Sustainable Progress of Sarawak and Beyond. Through innovation, collaboration and a forward-thinking approach, PETROS aims to pioneer solutions that pave the way for a more sustainable and equitable energy future. 

Position Overview: 

We are seeking a skilled Control and Instrumentation (C&I) Engineer to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations through the design, enhancement, and maintenance of control, instrumentation, and electrical systems. This role focuses on ensuring the seamless functioning of critical processes and equipment by managing system performance, troubleshooting issues, and driving continuous improvement across plant operations. 

By safeguarding process integrity, optimizing system reliability, and strengthening operational safety, the C&I Engineer contributes directly to plant performance—supporting reduced downtime, improved operational efficiency, stronger compliance, and a more resilient and secure operating environment. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide in-house expertise on control, instrumentation, and automation systems, while developing internal technical capability through hands-on guidance and mentorship. 

• Support smooth plant start-up by reviewing and validating control logic, protection interlocks, and system integration prior to commissioning. 

• Enhance troubleshooting effectiveness during testing and start-up activities, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and accurately. 

• Reduce reliance on external vendors by strengthening internal competency for critical control system verification and validation. 

• Ensure knowledge transfer and foster competency development within the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) team through structured coaching, documentation, and active support. 

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related instrumentation/control systems field. 

• Professional certification in control systems engineering is an added advantage. 

• Minimum 7 years of experience in control and instrumentation engineering, preferably within the power generation or process industry. 

• Strong understanding of control system design, instrumentation technologies, and electrical engineering principles. 

• Proficient in control system programming (e.g., ladder logic, function block diagram) and familiar with tools such as Allen‑Bradley and Siemens. 

• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP) and basic networking concepts. 

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve complex control system issues. 

• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, vendors, and regulatory bodies. 

• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement. 

What We Offer: 

Application Deadline: 31 March 2026