Senior ICSS Engineer

Senior ICSS Engineer  Our client’s FPSOs and FLNGs are monitored, controlled, and safeguarded by an Integrated Control and Safety System (ICSS), which includes the Fire & Gas (F&G) system. Utilizing reputable suppliers, standardized solutions, and experienced integrators, our client ensures efficient, high-quality design, delivery, and commissioning of these systems.

The ICSS Engineers within the E&I department manage the entire ICSS work scope—from proposal through commissioning and start-up.

Key Responsibilities Proposal / Concept / FEED Phase The Senior ICSS Engineer will:

• Review client requirements.
  
  
• Participate in system selection processes.
  
  
• Prepare system architecture and estimate I/Os.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with:
  
  
• Regulatory standards
  
  
• Classification society requirements
  
  
• Client-specific and internal engineering standards
  
  

Basic / Detail Engineering Phase The Senior ICSS Engineer will:

• Focus on cost-effectiveness, constructability, operability, and maintainability.
  
  
• Develop a project-specific system design with comprehensive documentation.
  
  
• Prepare essential design documents and philosophies, such as:
  
  
• Hierarchical Shutdown Levels Diagram
  
  
• Cause & Effect Diagrams
  
  
• Control & Safeguarding Philosophy
  
  
• Fire & Gas (F&G) Philosophy and Layouts
  
  
• Participate in safety reviews:
  
  
• HAZOP
  
  
• SIL assessments
  
  
• Prepare RFQs for ICSS, evaluate vendor proposals, and perform vendor selection.
  
  
• Act as Package Engineer, responsible for ensuring timely delivery within budget.
  
  
• Supervise ICSS integration with package units and conduct:
  
  
• Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
  
  
• Site Acceptance Tests (SAT)
  
  
• Ensure continuous compliance with applicable standards throughout the project.
  
  Candidate Profile Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (TU/HTS) in a relevant technical discipline.
    
    
  • Minimum 8 years of experience with advanced ICSS systems in the Oil & Gas industry.
    
    
  • Offshore ICSS experience preferred.
    
    
  • Familiarity with international offshore codes and standards is a strong advantage.
    
    
  Competencies & Skills
  • Proactive mindset and strong problem-solving capabilities.
    
    
  • Creative and detail-oriented approach.
    
    
  • Professional communication skills in English (spoken and written).
    
    
  • Proficient in MS Office tools.
    
    
  • Willingness to travel internationally as required.
    
    
  • Cross-disciplinary collaboration skills with a strong awareness of safety standards.
    
    

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.