ICA Engineer

About the role

SMITECH is seeking an experienced ICA Engineer to support the design, coordination, installation, testing and commissioning of instrumentation, control and automation systems for our M&E projects.

This project-based role will work closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal engineering teams to deliver reliable and compliant ICA systems. The position is based on-site on a 5.5-day work week.

Key Responsibilities

• Review ICA design specifications, drawings, control philosophies, instrument schedules and technical submissions.
• Coordinate ICA interfaces with mechanical, electrical, process, civil and other project disciplines.
• Support the design and implementation of PLC, SCADA, HMI, telemetry and process-control systems.
• Review instrument selection, datasheets, control panels, system architecture and communication networks.
• Prepare method statements, technical submissions, material submissions and shop drawings.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors on equipment delivery, installation and integration.
• Supervise installation of instruments, control panels, cabling and associated field devices.
• Conduct or witness factory acceptance tests, site acceptance tests, loop checks and functional tests.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation, control logic, communication and system-integration issues.
• Support testing, commissioning, performance verification and client handover.
• Maintain test records, as-built drawings, operation manuals and commissioning documentation.
• Ensure works comply with project specifications, approved drawings, safety requirements and applicable standards.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Instrumentation, Control, Automation Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant ICA, process automation or control-system experience, preferably with an M&E contractor.
• Experience in water, wastewater, utilities, infrastructure, industrial or process-related projects is advantageous.
• Working knowledge of PLC, SCADA, HMI, field instrumentation and industrial communication protocols.
• Able to interpret P&IDs, control schematics, instrument loop diagrams and system architecture drawings.
• Practical experience in testing, commissioning, troubleshooting and system integration.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and relevant engineering or configuration software is advantageous.
• Strong coordination, documentation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Candidates with less experience may be considered for an Assistant ICA Engineer position.