Instrumentation & Control Systems Design Engineer - KZN
Hire Resolve
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Permanent
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Posted 23 March 2026

Job Details

Job Description

A well‑established engineering consultancy is currently seeking a highly experienced Instrumentation & Control Systems Design Engineer to join their team. 


Responsibilities

As an Instrumentation & Control Systems Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:

Project Management

  • Preparing, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring assigned engineering projects.
  • Interacting with clients to interpret requirements and ensure satisfaction.
  • Performing quality control checks on budgets, schedules, plans, and team performance, with regular reporting.
  • Coordinating with project directors/managers to optimize project delivery and profitability.
  • Reviewing engineering tasks, initiating corrective actions where necessary.

Site Investigations

  • Conduct site visits and develop evaluations on existing conditions.

Conceptual & Basic Design

  • Prepare conceptual/basic design reports including preliminary designs, drawings, cost estimates, schedules, and implementation plans.
  • Develop specifications for required equipment.

Detailed Design

  • Produce detailed designs, tender drawings, schedules of quantities, contract documents, and cost/schedule estimates.
  • Prepare equipment datasheets and specifications.
  • Define field test methods and quality monitoring plans.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes, practices, and standards.

Tender Process Supervision

  • Manage tender issuance, notifications, adjudication, and reporting.

Construction Interface

  • Address site queries, prepare monthly payment certificates, and oversee cost control and quality assurance.
  • Conduct site visits to verify installations align with design intent.
  • Support control and instrumentation system commissioning.

Administration & Support

  • Assist with preparation of standards, drawing printing, issue control, contractor and client liaison.
  • File and manage project documentation and correspondence.
  • Provide guidance and on‑the‑job training for junior engineers and CAD staff.
  • Follow ISO9001 procedures and maintain supporting documentation.

General

  • Perform duties expected of a senior engineering role.
  • Ensure strong use of MS Word, Excel, Project, and preferred control system design tools (e.g., EPLAN, AutoCAD, SmartPlant Instrumentation).
  • Apply working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (OHS Act, SANS, IEC, ISA).

Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum of 6+ years in Instrumentation & Control Systems design (design‑specific).
  • Qualifications: B.Tech. or B.Sc. (Electrical/Electronic Engineering) or equivalent.
  • Strong technical background in field instrumentation (flow, pressure, temperature, level), control system architecture (PLC, DCS, SCADA), alarm management, and loop design.
  • Exposure to heavy industry or petrochemical projects will be advantageous.
  • Ability to be self‑driven, accurate, accountable and maintain quality in design delivery.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Mentoring capability for junior engineers and technical oversight responsibility.

Benefits

  • Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.
    • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
    • Apply for this role today on LinkedIn, or contact Lisa Meyer at [email protected]
    • You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [email protected]
  •  We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise