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Inspector - E&I (Umbilical & Cable Laying)

Unlock employer Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Direct to Company Under an hour ago · 09 Nov 2026

Financial

  • Estimate: $75k - $120k/yr*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Office Only
  • Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Senior
  • English: Fluent

Position

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Inspector with a strong background in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical industries. This role focuses on overseeing the construction and modification of electric power distribution systems and instrumentation control systems within the industry. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in high and low voltage systems and demonstrate a robust understanding of international standards as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

  • Attend all inspections with client and EPC Contractor representatives for 33kV, 11kV, 3.3kV, and 415V AC power distribution, instrument installations, switchgears, control gear, cathodic protection, HVAC systems, 11kV AC UPS, 24V DC UPS, and associated systems.
  • Prepare and review method statements and Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) in coordination with QA/QC Engineers and Project Engineers.
  • Prepare QA/QC reports regarding inspections, material, and non-conformance issues.
  • Verify that all necessary corrective actions are carried out.
  • Check the approval status and compliance of all drawings and documents used on-site with project requirements.
  • Conduct functional tests of control valves, Shut Down Valves (SDVs), and Emergency Shutdown Valves (ESDVs).
  • Ensure all equipment and special tools are available and correctly calibrated with valid certificates.
  • Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) of all high voltage (HV) and low voltage (LV) electrical equipment.
  • Maintain quality control of electrical materials received at site.
  • Prepare concise weekly and monthly inspection reports.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or Control Engineering.
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical industries as an inspector, particularly in the construction of new and Brownfield modifications to electric power distribution systems (33kV, 11kV, 3.3kV, and 415V), switchgear, control gear, distribution boards, UPS, earthing and lighting, underground cabling, umbilical cable laying, cathodic protection, and small power distribution systems.
  • Proven experience in interpreting and applying EPC Contractor and Vendor design documentation in the construction, testing, and commissioning of all instrumentation and control systems in Distributed Control Systems (DCS), including modifications to existing Emergency Shutdown (ESD), Fire and Gas systems, and control room architecture and the provision of new package boiler instrumentation systems.
  • Demonstrated experience liaising with EPC Contractors, manufacturers, and client representatives during FAT and SAT of electrical equipment.
  • Strong knowledge of ISO and other international standards.
  • Fluency in English is required.
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