Job Type: Contract

Work period: 32 - 40 hours/ week

Duration: 02-03-2026 TO 31-12-2027

Location: Eemshaven, Groningen, Netherlands

 

Elevate Your Career with Airswift

Join our dynamic team as an Instrumentation Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in designing and specifying measurement and control equipment for heat stations. This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects in the energy sector, contributing to sustainable solutions while enjoying the flexibility of a self-employed contract position in Eemshaven, Groningen.

Role Overview

Project Support: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide technical support throughout all project phases, from concept to commissioning, including participation in safety studies (HAZOP, SIL). Design and Specification: Develop technical specifications for measurement and control instrumentation & systems, cables, and cable routing; select suitable instruments based on technical requirements, reliability, and cost-effectiveness; prepare datasheets, loop diagrams, I/O lists, and functional specifications. Procurement Process: Initiate and support the procurement process and review supplier design documentation. Fabrication, Installation, and Commissioning: Perform inspections and provide guidance during fabrication, factory acceptance testing, and handover at suppliers; supervise contractors during installation of cable trays, instruments, and panels; support calibration and commissioning of instruments. Compliance: Ensure all instrumentation designs comply with applicable standards (IEC 61511/508 and API/ASME) as well as company regulations and guidelines. Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including instrument lists, datasheets, and drawings. Quality Assurance: Strive for quality and collaborate to deliver the smartest solution for each project.

Skills & Qualifications

Strong theoretical and practical technical knowledge of instrumentation. Proactive approach to work with problem-solving skills and a sense of responsibility. Effective communication skills with colleagues and supervisors. Ability to maintain an overview of ongoing tasks and organize work efficiently.

Education & Experience

Fluent in Dutch. Completed higher professional (HBO) education in a relevant technical field such as electrical engineering, measurement and control engineering, or automation. At least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in the process industry or with an engineering consultancy; practical experience with instrumentation in industrial installations is a plus. Experience with automation and control systems such as PLCs, DCS, and/or SCADA. Knowledge of instrumentation-related standards (e.g., ISA, IEC) and experience with instrumentation software such as AutoCAD, SPI (SmartPlant Instrumentation), EPLAN.

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