Introduction
We are searching for a Senior Automation Engineer for our Receiving Terminal in Kıyıköy. The Senior Automation engineer will be experienced in instrumentation and automated process control systems and relevant positions. In this role, you are expected to have knowledge in normative materials on the operation of instrumentation and process control systems, Electrical Code of Turkey, EU, HSSE and Industrial Safety Codes, be familiar with international Codes and Standards (ISO, NEN, IEC, ATEX, TSE and GOST). You will also act as Functional Safety Engineer.
South Stream Transport B.V. is responsible for a safe, reliable and uninterrupted operation of the TurkStream Pipeline system.
The TurkStream Offshore Pipeline starts in Anapa, Russia, running over 900 kilometers through the Black Sea to the Turkish coast. The pipeline will help secure energy supplies to Turkey and South-Eastern Europe in a reliable and sustainable way. We have used state-of-the-art technology, materials and equipment, to safeguard the pipeline’s safe operation for many decades to come.
Senior Automation engineer
Ensure smooth operation, proper maintenance, repair and modernization of equipment of automated process control systems;- Manage purchase of equipment, materials and spare parts required for the operation of automated process control systems;
- Participate in the testing and acceptance of the automated process control equipment, in consideration of the reasons of failures of automated process control equipment and develop measures for their prevention, creation of safe working conditions;
- Provide technical supervision for automation, instrumentation and telecom equipment used at the enterprise, and provides preparation for operation;
- Participate in the development and implementation of standards and specifications for automation and telecommunication equipment;
- Ensure compliance with the rules and safety standards in the operation and maintenance of automated process control systems;
- Prepare materials necessary for the conclusion of contracts for the repair of equipment by contractors;
- Monitor timeliness for the repair and maintenance of equipment of automated process control systems in accordance with the approved schedule;
- Support technical documentation for the operation and maintenance of the equipment;
- Conduct technical training and improve qualification of reported staff;
- Carry out all kinds of HSSE trainings with the representatives of other organizations;
- Participate in the development of accident-prevention training schedules;
- Support for the system integration activities for RT, LFR and CCR;
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Functional Safety area
Act as Functional Safety Engineer for South Stream Transport BV;- The role will be to lead the Functional Safety activities as appropriate to the project objects. This will include the following key activities:
- Implementation of the Management of Change process related to all Functional Safety matters and in compliance with local legislation;
- Ensure that their Functional Safety Professional / Engineer certification/trainings remains valid and are aware of changes and updates in the industry including local legislation requirements;
- Understand intended functionality of systems in a broad Process Control and Process Safety context;
- Generate the necessary Functional Safety documentation for the project objects, following GOST/IEC-61511 FMEA, Fault Tree Analysis, Hazard analysis and Risk Assessment, Functional Safety Concepts, Technical Safety Concepts and relevant local normative documents;
- Lead Functional Safety reviews as needed both internally with the team and with contractors.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Senior Automation engineer
Bachelor degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Control Engineering, Computer Science Software or Electrical Engineering;- Knowledge of regulations, directives, orders, methodical and normative materials on the operation of automation, instrumentation and telecom equipment and infrastructure, Electrical Code of Turkey, EU, HSSE and Industrial Safety Codes;
- Familiarity with international Codes and Standards (ISO, NEN, IEC, ATEX, TSE and GOST) is a must;
- At least 10 years’ experience with Instrumentation, Automation and Control design and engineering (ICSS), working and design experience with PLC, ESD, DCS, SCADA and HMI systems, preferably Siemens PCS7;
- Experience with Fire and Gas detection and mitigation concepts and systems;
- Experience as an Onshore Instrumentation and Automation Engineer, experience with auxiliary and supporting systems, such as electrical systems, networks and telecommunication, experience with management of interfaces (other Contractors, disciplines, etc.);
- Good understanding of common oil & gas engineering tools, such as P&ID’s, Cause & Effect diagrams, control narratives etc.;
- Familiar with the organization and management of the automation and telecom systems and specifications, design features, modes of operation and rules of technical operation of automation and telecom equipment;
- Knowledge of principles of operation, maintenance and reconstruction of the instrumentation and telecom facilities;
- Experience with unified system of preventative maintenance and efficient operation of the equipment, organization and repair technology, Installation methods, adjustment, commissioning and maintenance of automation and telecom equipment, procedure for preparation of applications for energy, equipment, materials, spare parts and tools and procedure of delivery of the equipment for reparation and acceptance of repaired equipment;
- Knowledge of fundamentals of enterprise technology, Labour organization requirements for the operation, repair and modernization of instrumentation and telecom equipment, advanced domestic and foreign expertise in the operation and maintenance of automation and telecommunication equipment;
- Knowledge of fundamentals of economy, production and management;
- Knowledge of rules and regulations of labour protection, HSSE and fire safety in the Republic of Turkey;
- Previous experience working in international and multicultural environment as a plus;
- Fluent in English – written and oral; Russian or Turkish is an advantage;
- Very good verbal and written communication skills;
- Team-playing attitude; keen to work in multicultural contexts;
- Stress and crisis resistant, reliable and highly flexible adjusting to current workload;
- Ability to cope with strict deadlines.
Acting as Functional Safety Engineer
Higher education in Industrial Automation, Electrical or equivalent Engineering;- Have an engineering degree and at least 3+ years relevant engineering experience (ideally Systems Engineering), preferably in the Oil & Gas industry;
- Experience of supporting Functional Safety activities according to GOST/IEC-61511 or documentation as per local legislation requirements;
- Good communication skills;
- Work independent and self-motivated;
- Previous experience of delivering Functional Safety documentation as defined by GOST/IEC-61511 or documentation as per Industrial Safety requirements;
- Experience with hardware and software development in the Oil & Gas.
Offer
If you have any remaining questions regarding this vacancy, please do not hesitate to contact Esin Kurkcu: esin.kurkcu@turkstream.info
If you are interested in this job opportunity we kindly ask you to complete the online application and submit your CV and motivation letter in English. Applications without a CV and motivation letter will not be considered.
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