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Wood

Global energy engineering and project services

Instrumentation and Control Engineer

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBogotá, Bogota, ColombiaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Professional background in instrumentation and control, with 6 to 8 years of general experience and specific experience in engineering projects in the Oil & Gas sector.
  • Experience in designing fire and gas detection systems for refineries, petrochemical plants, and hydrocarbon facilities.
  • Experience in the Oil & Gas sector.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to use SmartPlant 3D, AutoCAD, and SmartSketch.
  • Technical knowledge of fire and gas systems, including combustible gas detection (LEL), toxic gas detection (such as H₂S and CO), and fire detection (flame, smoke, and heat).
  • Knowledge of process safety, Fire Hazard Analysis (FHA), LOPA (definition of IPL), and ESD philosophy.

Responsibilities

  • Support definitions of detection and mitigation philosophy, fire and gas detection coverage mapping, and detection zones and areas.
  • Develop fire and gas philosophy, narratives, and system architecture.
  • Select and specify detectors, including detector types based on risk.
  • Determine optimal detector locations through coverage analysis and mapping.
  • Define detection density and redundancy.
  • Prepare instrument and detector datasheets, technical specifications, protection logic and cause-and-effect matrices, signal and I/O lists, loop and wiring diagrams, detector location plans, and cable routing plans.
  • Review communication interface definitions, including hardwired interfaces and industrial protocols.
  • Participate in safety studies, 30/60/90% model reviews, peer reviews, and technical audits.
  • Verify compliance with international standards.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with fire and gas mapping software such as Phast and Detect3D.
  • Teamwork.
  • Communication and active listening.
  • Initiative.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Results orientation.

About the Company

Wood

Global energy engineering and project services

Wood is a global engineering and consulting firm that provides project management, engineering, and technical services for energy and materials markets, including oil and gas, renewables, and environmental work. Its approach combines engineering know-how with program management to plan, design, build, and optimize large projects. The firm differentiates itself through a long track record of growth via organic expansion and major acquisitions, notably the Amec Foster Wheeler merger, creating an integrated portfolio from traditional energy to sustainability consulting. Its goal is to help clients navigate the global energy transition by delivering reliable project delivery at scale and sustainable value in international energy services.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Founded
1912

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