Instrument Supervisor

Instrumentation Commissioning Lead Major Capital Programme

Germany Long-Term Contract

ENG Bauen is supporting the delivery of a major industrial investment programme in Western Germany, focused on advanced processing and next-generation materials technologies.

We are seeking an Instrumentation Commissioning Lead to join the project execution team during the transition from late construction into commissioning, start-up, and operational readiness.

This role will take responsibility for all instrumentation commissioning activities, ensuring accurate calibration, integration, and validation of control systems across the facility. The successful candidate will have deep experience in DCS/PLC systems, field instrumentation, and control loop verification in complex process environments.

The position offers a long-term contract running through 2027 and represents an excellent opportunity to play a central role in one of Europe’s most advanced capital programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead execution of instrumentation commissioning across DCS, PLC, and field devices

Oversee calibration, loop checks, cause-and-effect testing, and system integration

Develop and manage commissioning schedules, ensuring alignment with CSU milestones

Supervise vendor activities including FAT/SAT and control system validation

Coordinate with construction for punch closure and turnover of instrument systems

Ensure compliance with site safety standards, PSSR protocols, and quality requirements

Deliver structured reporting, tracking progress against project KPIs

Support training and readiness of operations personnel on instrument systems

Ideal Candidate:

15+ years of commissioning experience in chemical, petrochemical, or process industry projects

Strong technical expertise across instrumentation, DCS/PLC systems, and control system integration

Proven track record delivering instrumentation commissioning on large-scale capital projects

Fluent or strong working knowledge of German (essential for site coordination and safety protocols)

Ability to manage multiple vendor interfaces and ensure seamless system integration

Proficient in commissioning databases, turnover systems, and digital reporting tools

If you are an experienced commissioning professional and would like to learn more, please get in touch or apply for this opportunity.

Keywords:

Instrumentation Commissioning, DCS, PLC, Control Systems, Calibration, Loop Checks, Cause-and-Effect, PSSR, SAT, System Turnover, Industrial Plant, Petrochemical, Chemical, Advanced Manufacturing, CSU Execution, Operational Readiness, Commissioning Lead, Inbetriebnahme, Plant Start-Up, CAPEX Delivery, Instrument Validation, Vendor FAT/SAT, Plant Readiness, Energy Transition, Circular Economy.