AVENTA is a leading engineering and project management consultancy firm for the Energy sector. On behalf of a major Client in the Oil & Gas industry, we are seeking a highly experienced I& C Engineer for a strategic project in the Mediterranean.Project OverviewThe successful candidate will join the Engineering team overseeing a high-profile project involving the construction of new sealines and the revamping of existing offshore platforms. This is a long-term assignment based in Milan (Home Office), with a project duration extending through December 31, 2027 .Key ResponsibilitiesThe role focuses on the supervision of instrumentation design, control systems integration, and technical documentation review:Engineering Document Review: Systematic review, commenting, and validation of I& C deliverables, including P& IDs (instrumentation part), Instrument Index, I/O lists, and Cause & Effect matrices. Control Systems Oversight: Providing technical expertise for the integration and revamping of DCS (Distributed Control Systems), ESD (Emergency Shutdown Systems), and F& G (Fire & Gas) systems on existing platforms. Subsea Instrumentation: Reviewing specifications for subsea control modules, sensors, and umbilical terminations, ensuring reliable signal transmission and system interoperability. Equipment Specification: Reviewing data sheets and technical requisitions for field instruments, control valves, and metering systems suitable for offshore/marine environments. Technical Compliance: Ensuring all instrumentation and control designs align with international standards (e.g., ISA, IEC 61508/61511 for Functional Safety) and specific project requirements. Reporting & Administration: Accurate management and compilation of project timesheets, technical query (TQ) logs, and periodic engineering status reports.Interfacing: Acting as the I& C focal point between the Client, contractors, and other disciplines (Process, Electrical, and Subsea) to ensure seamless system integration.Required Qualifications & Skills Experience: 10+ years of experience in Instrumentation & Control Engineering within the Oil & Gas sector, with specific expertise in Offshore and Subsea projects. Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of brownfield integration, Functional Safety (SIL), and subsea control architectures. Standards Expertise: Familiarity with ATEX/IECEx requirements for hazardous areas and offshore-specific instrumentation codes. Languages: Full professional proficiency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory; knowledge of Italian is a strong asset.Soft Skills: Strong analytical mindset, meticulous attention to technical detail, and the ability to manage complex technical documentation in a corporate office environment.Position Details Department: 02 Engineering. Location: Milan (Home Office), Italy. Start Date: Immediate. Duration: Until December 31, 2027.Contract Type: To be discussed based on the candidate's profile and seniority.