ICSS Engineer – Offshore Maintenance Activities

An international engineering and maintenance services company is seeking an experienced ICSS Engineer to support control systems maintenance and operations on offshore gas production platforms. The role focuses on ensuring the reliability and performance of instrumentation, control, and safety systems across the asset.

The ICSS Engineer will contribute to preventive and corrective maintenance planning, troubleshooting, system optimization, and the management of updates and modifications. This position is based offshore with a 2/3 rotation schedule, working in close coordination with onshore engineering teams and offshore operations crews.

Control Systems Operations & Support

• Provide technical support for ICSS (Integrated Control & Safety Systems), including DCS, ESD, F&G, and PLC systems.
• Monitor system performance, trends, alarms, and diagnose anomalies.
• Execute troubleshooting activities on control and safety automation systems to minimize downtime.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of all automation and safety-related systems.

Maintenance Activities

• Participate in preventive and corrective maintenance tasks for ICSS, instrumentation, and control equipment.
• Review, update, and validate maintenance procedures and work packs.
• Conduct loop checks, functional tests, calibration checks, and system health verifications.
• Support offshore technicians during interventions requiring advanced ICSS expertise.

System Modifications & Documentation

• Propose and implement minor modifications, software updates, and configuration changes when required.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including logic diagrams, cause & effect matrices, and system backups.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and change management processes.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to offshore HSE rules, safety procedures, and permit-to-work systems.
• Verify proper functioning of safety systems such as ESD and Fire & Gas.
• Support audits and inspections related to automation and control systems.

Coordination & Communication

• Work closely with onshore engineering and discipline leads to resolve complex technical issues.
• Provide technical reporting and feedback following interventions offshore.
• Participate in daily operations meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Degree in Instrumentation, Automation, Electronics, or Control Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong experience with ICSS systems on offshore platforms, preferably in gas production environments.
• Hands‑on experience with at least one major vendor (e.g., Honeywell, Yokogawa, ABB, Emerson, Schneider, Siemens).
• Solid understanding of ESD, F&G, PLC logic, and process control principles.
• Experience with offshore maintenance, troubleshooting, and maintenance planning.
• Knowledge of international safety and control system standards (IEC, ISA, etc.).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in multicultural offshore teams.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Valid offshore medical and safety certifications (BOSIET, HUET, etc.) preferred.

• Location: Denmark
• Starting date: March 2026
• Contract type: permanent employment contract
• Rotation : 2x3