E&I Field Engineer

The role of Electrical & Instrument Field Engineer is crucial for the Bahamas LNG to Power (Regasification Terminal) project. The field engineer provides execution oversight, ensures quality, compliance, and safety in electrical and instrumentation installations, working closely with the project team and contractors.

- Role and Reporting:

The engineer reports to the Construction Manager and works onsite for a major international oil company on the Bahamas LNG project.

- Experience and Qualifications:

Candidates should have at least 15 years of experience in oil and gas projects, preferably with LNG expertise, and hold a relevant bachelor’s degree or technical certification in electrical and instrument engineering or quality control.

- Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include engineering document review, delivery oversight, verifying installations, overseeing testing and calibration, quality control, documentation, safety compliance (IOGP 577 awareness), inspection planning, and vendorand construction inspections, ensuring adherence to industry codes and standards.

- Skills and Competencies:

The role requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and inspection software, familiarity with industry standards (NEC, NFPA, NEIS, ANSI/NETA, API), proactive, results orientated, self motivated, strong attention to detail, problem-solving, communication, organizational skills, and fluency in English.

- Compensation & Duration:

Role will be on an agency basis under an LLC, compensation ranges between 60 to 100 USD per hour based on experience – duration expected to be a year. Per diems and flights will be provided. Commencing mid-November, mobililsied to site the 1st January, you will be based in the Bahamas working 10 hours a day, 6 days a week for three weeks with 1 week off.

Duties and Responsibilities

Why?

EngCo Group is built on people, partnerships, and relationships. We build and develop long-term relationships with our clients, based on mutual respect, honesty and trust. We are a business that strives to add value to our clients’ projects and operations by collaboratively leveraging best practices and being proactive in delivering innovative, practical and cost-effective bespoke solutions that reduce operational and safety risks.

How?

As an Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Field Engineer, you will play a key technical role in the execution of the Bahamas Project — an LNG receiving, storage, and regasification terminal.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years’ experience in oil and gas projects, with specific exposure to LNG storage and regasification facilities considered a strong advantage. A bachelor’s degree in electrical, instrumentation, or control systems engineering is preferred, though a technical diploma combined with relevant certifications or an associate’s degree in electrical & instrumentation engineering will also be considered.

What?

As the onsite E&I Field Engineer you will oversee and participate in overall planning, resource review, progress assessment, onsite inspection and testing throughout the construction execution of the project. Based in the Bahamas you will be working 10 hours a day, 6 days a week for three weeks with 1 week off. Responsibilities are detailed below:

Responsibilities:

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Supervision & Oversight

– Collaborate with contractors in the review and implementation of execution plans, schedule objectives and key milestones to meet overall project objectives.Highlight areas of improvement, verify progress and quality of work. Proactively work with contractors to mitigate and overcome delivery challenges.

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Technical Expertise:

Apply in-depth knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems, control systems, and relevant industry codes and standards (e.g., National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 70E for electrical safety, National Electrical Installation Standards (NEIS), ANSI/NETA ECS-2024 for commissioning, and API Recommended Practice 500 (RP 500) for hazardous area classification) to support field engineering, construction, and commissioning activities.

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Installation Verification:

Review and verify field installation of electrical and instrumentation components including wiring, cabling, conduit, panels, instruments, and control systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications, design drawings, and applicable standards.

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Testing & Calibration:

Support and oversee field testing activities such as insulation resistance, continuity, loop checks, function tests, and motor runs. Verify the correct calibration and configuration of field instruments and devices as per project requirements.

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Quality Control:

Coordinate with QA/QC teams to review contractor ITPs for E&I work, assist in compiling and reviewing test packages, verify ITRs, and maintain technical documentation, including systems completion. Identify non-conformities, issue punch lists, and support implementation of corrective actions.

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Documentation:

Maintain clear, accurate, and organized records of all field inspections, testing, and commissioning activities. Ensure documentation aligns with project standards and quality system requirements.

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Compliance & Safety:

Ensure field work complies with applicable safety standards, codes (e.g., ISA, NEC, IOGP 577), and project-specific HSE requirements. Identify and report unsafe practices/conditions and support corrective action.

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Engineering Oversight:

Interface with construction, commissioning, engineering, and vendor teams to resolve technical issues, coordinate field activities, and support integration of E&I systems.

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Root Cause Analysis:

Participate in identifying causes of technical issues or installation errors. Support root cause analysis and contribute to the development of corrective and preventive actions.

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Inspection Planning:

Assist in developing and executing inspection and testing plans. Coordinate with internal teams and contractors to ensure proper scheduling and readiness for inspection and commissioning activities.

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Vendor & Supplier Inspection:

Lead the inspection of E&I materials, components, installations, and systems supplied by vendors and contractors. Verify conformance to specifications and project quality requirements.

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Regulatory Compliance:

Stay current with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. Ensure E&I systems and field work align with both local and international compliance expectations.

Qualifications:

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Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering. A technical diploma with certification or an associate’s degree in Electrical & Instrument Engineering or a related field is preferred.

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Experience:

Minimum of 15 years of experience in E&I field engineering, field installation oversight, quality inspection, or a similar role in the oil and gas industry.

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Knowledge:

Familiarity with industry standards and codes such as NEC, NFPA, NEIS, ANSI/NETA, and API RP 500.

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Technical Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and inspection or field management software. Understanding of quality systems (ISO 9001) and engineering documentation.

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Attention to Detail:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on meeting project schedule and milestone objectives, technical accuracy and field execution.

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Communication:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and disciplines.

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Independence & Teamwork:

Capable of working independently under minimal supervision, while also contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

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Language:

Fluent in English.