Michael Semjanov

Michael Semjanov currently serves as a Principal Instrumentation Designer at Worley, where he plays a pivotal role in delivering complex instrumentation and electrical design solutions for both offshore and onshore oil and gas assets. Leveraging his 37 years of extensive industry experience, Michael specializes in supporting high-stakes projects involving hazardous areas, refining, and heavy industry, with a focus on ensuring safety, reliability, and operational efficiency. His expertise encompasses creating detailed instrument hook-up diagrams, P&ID development, and coordinating multidisciplinary design efforts to produce comprehensive deliverables that meet stringent industry standards.

At Worley, Michael is instrumental in managing the design activities for key Exxon-Mobil assets, often working remotely to support project teams across various locations. His responsibilities include integrating material take-offs, utilizing 3D modeling tools such as Navisworks for clash detection and visualization, and ensuring seamless collaboration between instrumentation, electrical, and process disciplines. His proficiency with tools like Revu-Bluebeam and plant design software enhances the accuracy and quality of deliverables, facilitating efficient project execution.

Michael’s deep understanding of PLC programming, instrumentation, and P&ID development enables him to troubleshoot complex control systems and optimize plant performance. His experience with EPC projects and factory acceptance testing further underscores his capability to oversee the entire instrumentation lifecycle—from detailed design and material procurement to installation and commissioning. Through his leadership and technical expertise, Michael continues to contribute significantly to Worley's reputation for delivering innovative, safe, and cost-effective engineering solutions in the oil and gas industry.