Facilities Engineer at Oando

Oando PLC is one of Africa’s largest integrated energy solutions providers with a proud heritage. It has a primary listing on the Nigerian Stock Exchange and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. With shared values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Passion and Professionalism (TRIPP), the Oando Group comprises six companies who are leaders in their market.Reports to: Manager, Concept Development

Job Summary

To execute instrumentation, control systems, automation and electrical engineering activities for new facilities, existing facilities modifications and operational support, for the Engineering and Operations departments, to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient hydrocarbon processing that safeguards personnel and optimizes asset performance and profitability.

Key Responsibilities Areas (KRAs) & Initiatives

Instrument and Control Engineering Design and Specification

Develop, and verify detailed specifications and datasheets for all field instruments (transmitters, flowmeters, analysers, control valves) and control systems (DCS, PLC, SIS) using industry codes (e.g., International Society of Automation (ISA), American Petroleum Institute (API)) to ensure accurate procurement, reliable performance, and safe operation of assets.
Develop, and review, the application of I&C documentation, including P&IDs, instrument index, loop diagrams, cause & effect matrices, and control philosophies using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and specialized software to ensure design accuracy and seamless integration with other engineering disciplines that minimizes rework during construction.
Evaluate vendor proposals during procurement activities by assessing compliance with specifications, managing technical clarification queries, and ensuring equipment suitability to guarantee that all purchased control equipment is fit-for-purpose, reliable, and complies with safety and design standards.
Conduct engineering studies and feasibility assessments for proposed facility automation upgrades by evaluating technology options, estimating costs, and defining project scopes to provide sound recommendations that support robust project planning and effective capital allocation decisions.
Carry out quality reviews of I&C engineering documents in line with internal QA processes to minimize errors, uphold design integrity, and support safe and reliable execution.

Electrical Design and Engineering Excellence

Develop and verify electrical equipment specifications and datasheets—covering generators, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, and cabling—while also preparing and reviewing engineering documents such as SLDs, hazardous area classifications, control schematics, and layouts using CAD tools, ensuring compliance with industry codes (IEEE, IEC, API, NFPA 70/NEC), design accuracy, and effective multidisciplinary coordination to support safe and reliable project execution.
Conduct engineering studies and power system analysis (load flow, short circuit, arc flash, protective relay coordination) using specialized software (e.g., ETAP) to ensure system stability, safety, and compliance with all operational demands.
Develop, implement, and monitor electrical integrity programs for power distribution systems and critical equipment by coordinating preventative maintenance strategies and overseeing regular inspections to ensure the long-term health, safety, and reliability of all electrical infrastructure.
Provide electrical engineering support for daily plant operations by troubleshooting power system issues, identifying performance gaps in motors and distribution equipment, and delivering timely technical solutions that minimize unplanned downtime, restore production efficiently, and maintain high facility reliability.

Process Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Compliance

Support the compliance of safety instrumented system (SIS) designs with relevant safety regulations and international standards (IEC 61508/61511, API) by applying SIL verification calculations and procedures to help ensure reliable safety functionality and reduce operational risk.
Develop and update cause & effect matrices and safety logic diagrams by working closely with process and operations teams to accurately reflect all safety shutdown scenarios and maintain compliance with process safety management (PSM) requirements.
Participate in formal hazard analysis reviews—such as HAZOP, LOPA, and PSSR—by providing electrical engineering input on control system behaviour, equipment failure modes, and protective safeguards to help ensure that potential risks are properly identified, evaluated, and addressed in the design
Support the engineering and validation of critical safety equipment by performing inspection activities, reviewing test procedures, and applying applicable electrical and I&C safety regulations to help prevent equipment failures and ensure personnel and environmental protection.
Support regulatory and third‑party inspection activities by preparing required technical documentation, coordinating statutory inspection schedules, and addressing electrical/I&C technical queries to ensure systems comply with mandatory government and environmental regulations and obtain timely approvals.

Operational Support and Optimization

Provide electrical and I&C engineering support for daily plant operations by troubleshooting complex control system issues, identifying performance gaps in control loops, and delivering timely technical solutions that reduce unplanned downtime, restore production efficiently, and maintain high facility reliability.
Contribute to the design and implementation of Advanced Process Control (APC) and optimization strategies by applying data analytics and control loop tuning techniques to enhance facility efficiency, improve energy performance, and increase throughput while maintaining safe operating conditions.
Review maintenance procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for electrical and I&C equipment by verifying technical accuracy and assessing safety implications to help prevent human error, reduce operational risks, and ensure the safe operation of control systems.
Manage the technical aspects of all Turnaround (TAR) and major maintenance activities related to instrumentation by defining scope, coordinating calibration plans, and ensuring quality control (QC) inspections are executed properly to ensure efficient and safe return-to-service of equipment.
Develop and apply engineering solutions for digitalization and data integration by specifying IIoT sensors and linking operational data to centralized platforms to support predictive maintenance and enable data‑driven decision‑making.

Project Management and Execution Coordination

Support I&C and Electrical project activities from planning through execution by applying project management tools, coordinating technical tasks and resources, and tracking progress against established schedules to help deliver projects within scope, time, and budget while meeting stakeholder and organizational requirements.
Coordinate interdisciplinary activities by facilitating communication between I&C/electrical engineering and other functions (process, mechanical, piping, construction) to support integrated designs, resolve interface issues, and reduce silos, rework, and project delays.
Support procurement and construction activities by providing technical expertise, attending Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs), and conducting site inspections to ensure compliance with design specifications, resolve anomalies, and streamline operations to improve efficiency.
Support the evaluation and implementation of design changes through the formal Management of Change (MOC) process by performing technical reviews, validating proposed modifications, and ensuring proper documentation to help prevent uncontrolled operational risks and maintain regulatory compliance.
Develop procedures for the control of I&C and electrical discipline activities by creating lists of deliverables and detailed time schedules in accordance with contract requirements to ensure transparent progress monitoring, effective planning, and on-time delivery of engineering documents.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.

Required Professional Certifications / Accreditations / Registrations

Registered/Chartered Engineer status with a recognized professional body (e.g., COREN in Nigeria, or equivalent international professional engineering license).

Minimum Years of Experience and Relevant Areas

Minimum of 5 years of instrumentation and control systems engineering experience in the oil and gas, refining, or petrochemical industry.

Proven experience in

In the design, construction, and commissioning of instrumentation and control (I&C) systems in oil and gas facilities by collaborating with process, electrical, mechanical, and automation teams to ensure proper integration and reliable system performance
Performing Safety Integrity Level (SIL) verification calculations and analysis in compliance with IEC 61508/61511 standards.
Technical evaluation of vendor proposals for control systems (DCS/PLC/SIS) and ensuring quality control (QC) reviews of vendor documentation.
Troubleshooting complex control system failures and conducting formal Root Cause Analysis (RCA) within an operational environment.
Implementing of Management of Change (MOC) processes and participating in formal hazard reviews (HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA).
Utilizing engineering software tools for I&C design (e.g., INTOOLS/SPI, CAD software) and control system programming/configuration environments.

Any Additional Qualifications / Certifications or Experience (Desirable but not essential)

Master’s degree in Control Systems Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Experience with Advanced Process Control (APC) or Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) implementation.