Job Description

ICSS Engineer - ADNOC Onshore - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Role Summary
ADNOC Onshore is seeking an ICSS Engineer to ensure the health, integrity, and availability of Integrated Control and Safety Systems (ICSS). The role involves preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of ICSS systems, system upgrades, disaster recovery planning, alarm management, and cybersecurity safeguards in line with ADNOC and OEM standards.
Job Details
Location: United Arab Emirates
Location: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Oil and Gas
Function: Instrumentation / Control Systems Engineering
Salary: 26000-34000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
What You'll Do

• Carry out routine and non-routine ICSS maintenance in compliance with ADNOC standards and vendor procedures.
• Monitor ICSS networks, hardware, controllers, I/O modules, servers, and communication links, analyzing failures and recommending corrective actions.
• Provide technical support to operators and engineers during plant or equipment trips and failures, ensuring root cause analysis is conducted.
• Conduct periodic ICSS system backups, support disaster recovery plans, and maintain backup/restore procedures.
• Identify hardware and software lifecycle needs, plan and execute ICSS upgrades, and implement vendor-recommended fixes and updates.
• Manage ICSS system access, administrator rights, and password controls in line with ADNOC cybersecurity guidelines.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOP, SIL studies, FAT, IFAT, SAT, and commissioning of new ICSS projects or upgrades.
• Analyze process and system alarms, conduct alarm rationalization workshops, and maintain master alarm databases.
• Implement and monitor OT cybersecurity safeguards across industrial systems, detecting threats and maintaining compliance with ADNOC standards.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE policies, hazard assessments, PTW requirements, and emergency response roles.
• Supervise assigned staff, provide training, and ensure continuous improvement of operational processes.
• Coordinate with vendors, OEMs, contractors, and internal teams (instrument, operations, electrical, mechanical, HSE).

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in instrument maintenance, including 5 years in the oil and gas industry.
• Strong expertise in DCS/PLC systems, architectures, communication protocols, and ICSS industry standards.
• Proficiency in system upgrades, alarm management, and disaster recovery planning.
• Solid understanding of OT cybersecurity measures for industrial control systems.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and supervisory skills.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with internal teams and external vendors.

Why Join Us

• Attractive, tax-free salary in UAE Dirhams with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to lead ICSS operations in one of ADNOC's largest onshore oil production facilities.
• Comprehensive healthcare, life insurance, and paid annual leave.
• Professional training and development programs for continuous growth.
• Inclusive workplace culture with a strong commitment to HSE excellence.

About the Company
ADNOC Onshore, part of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), is the UAE's oldest oil production company and the largest producer within ADNOC Group. ADNOC Onshore is a pioneer in sustainable operations and the first globally to capture carbon from the steel industry through its Al Reyadah CCUS facility. With a central role in ADNOC's 2030 strategy, ADNOC Onshore delivers energy responsibly while investing in innovative technologies, environmental stewardship, and the development of world-class talent.
Job Title ICSS Engineer - ADNOC Onshore - Abu Dhabi, UAE
ICSS Engineer - ADNOC Onshore - Abu Dhabi, UAE
Role Summary
ADNOC Onshore is seeking an ICSS Engineer to ensure the health, integrity, and availability of Integrated Control and Safety Systems (ICSS). The role involves preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of ICSS systems, system upgrades, disaster recovery planning, alarm management, and cybersecurity safeguards in line with ADNOC and OEM standards.
Job Details
Location: United Arab Emirates
Location: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Oil and Gas
Function: Instrumentation / Control Systems Engineering
Salary: 26000-34000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
What You'll Do

• Carry out routine and non-routine ICSS maintenance in compliance with ADNOC standards and vendor procedures.
• Monitor ICSS networks, hardware, controllers, I/O modules, servers, and communication links, analyzing failures and recommending corrective actions.
• Provide technical support to operators and engineers during plant or equipment trips and failures, ensuring root cause analysis is conducted.
• Conduct periodic ICSS system backups, support disaster recovery plans, and maintain backup/restore procedures.
• Identify hardware and software lifecycle needs, plan and execute ICSS upgrades, and implement vendor-recommended fixes and updates.
• Manage ICSS system access, administrator rights, and password controls in line with ADNOC cybersecurity guidelines.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOP, SIL studies, FAT, IFAT, SAT, and commissioning of new ICSS projects or upgrades.
• Analyze process and system alarms, conduct alarm rationalization workshops, and maintain master alarm databases.
• Implement and monitor OT cybersecurity safeguards across industrial systems, detecting threats and maintaining compliance with ADNOC standards.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE policies, hazard assessments, PTW requirements, and emergency response roles.
• Supervise assigned staff, provide training, and ensure continuous improvement of operational processes.
• Coordinate with vendors, OEMs, contractors, and internal teams (instrument, operations, electrical, mechanical, HSE).

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in instrument maintenance, including 5 years in the oil and gas industry.
• Strong expertise in DCS/PLC systems, architectures, communication protocols, and ICSS industry standards.
• Proficiency in system upgrades, alarm management, and disaster recovery planning.
• Solid understanding of OT cybersecurity measures for industrial control systems.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and supervisory skills.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with internal teams and external vendors.

Why Join Us

• Attractive, tax-free salary in UAE Dirhams with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to lead ICSS operations in one of ADNOC's largest onshore oil production facilities.
• Comprehensive healthcare, life insurance, and paid annual leave.
• Professional training and development programs for continuous growth.
• Inclusive workplace culture with a strong commitment to HSE excellence.

About the Company
ADNOC Onshore, part of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), is the UAE's oldest oil production company and the largest producer within ADNOC Group. ADNOC Onshore is a pioneer in sustainable operations and the first globally to capture carbon from the steel industry through its Al Reyadah CCUS facility. With a central role in ADNOC's 2030 strategy, ADNOC Onshore delivers energy responsibly while investing in innovative technologies, environmental stewardship, and the development of world-class talent.
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Salary from 26000.00
Salary to 34000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
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Location City Abu Dhabi
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