WTS Energy is a global workforce solutions provider specializing in staffing, recruitment, manpower supply, project management, operations & maintenance, and training for the energy, infrastructure, and marine industries. Founded in 2000 by Jan Willem Scholten (initially as the job board Worldwideworker.com), WTS Energy has grown into a trusted partner supporting oil & gas, renewables (solar, wind, bioenergy), nuclear, and related sectors. It operates in over 50 countries with more than 20 offices (headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands) and supports thousands of contractors/consultants worldwide.
WTS Energy is recruiting to fill the position bellow:
Job Title: Principal PACO (Process Automation Control & Optimization) Engineer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- Provide PACO discipline engineering support and technical authority to the HA & HB-Buko projects during design, construction, and commissioning phases.
- These projects aim to deliver circa 350-450 MMscf/d of gas to the NLNG Train-7 from 2029+, plus 25-30 kb/d of oil and condensate for export. The role ensures Operations and Maintenance requirements are fully captured in the design, minimizing re-design in later phases, and supports the Flawless Project Delivery Plan.
PACO:
- P = Process
- A = Automation
- C = Control
- O = Optimization.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage multiple engineers (PACO engineers and 3rd party contractors) in the PACO scope of work related to design, fabrication, installation, and commissioning.
- Provide technical support to aid project interface with internal and external stakeholders, including Asset teams, Engineering Design Contractors, JV partners, and Regulatory agencies.
- Ensure all design decisions align with relevant group standards, blueprint project management, design engineering manuals, and HSE requirements.
- Deliver the full benefits and functionalities of PACO technologies aligned with current operation and maintenance philosophy.
- Drive team HSE performance in line with Business Performance Targets, maintaining a zero-incident mindset on Design and Technical Integrity.
- Provide technical assurance on design points and ensure compliance with specified control point sign-offs.
- Assist the Engineering Lead in developing a cost-competitive team budget and contribute to initiatives to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Network effectively to stay abreast of technological developments and contribute to project execution best practices.
Requirements
Required:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
- NSE and COREN membership.
- Minimum of 14 years’ experience in PACO within the oil and gas industry.
- Experience in plant automation, process control & safeguarding, and system integration, including 3rd party packages.
- Experience managing MAC, especially Emerson DeltaV system.
- Experience managing pre-commissioning and commissioning of PLC, DCS, and SIS systems.
- Strong technical foundation with the ability to work independently and challenge/support others.
- Good leadership, coaching, negotiating, decision-making, and communication skills.
Preferred:
- Experience with offshore platforms, FPSOs, or onshore terminals.
- Experience in specification, design, and integration of telecommunications systems.
- Good working knowledge of a broad range of electrical/electronic engineering systems and tools.
- Conversant with Nigerian, Renaissance, and international oil and gas facilities design codes and standards.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on strategically important projects for NLNG Train-7.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Health and wellbeing support.
- Hybrid working options where applicable.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online