E&I Inspection Engineer

About the role

The Operations department is looking for an E&I Inspection Engineer in the UAE, reporting to the Operations Manager (MEA). The role covers electrical and instrumentation inspections for local projects and client assignments, including vendor inspections and site visits, with travel to other countries when required.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out electrical and instrumentation inspections for local projects and client assignments.
• Perform vendor inspections, witness tests and ensure compliance with project specifications, standards and applicable codes.
• Conduct inspection activities at vendor premises and project sites.
• Travel to other countries when required, based on assignment or client requirements.
• Support the internal QA/QC department with report reviews and related tasks when not on inspection assignments.
• Coordinate with vendors and clients to maintain quality and safety standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation or a related discipline.
• 5-8 years of experience.
• Valid UAE driving licence is mandatory; candidates without a current licence must be willing to obtain one.
• Willingness to undertake resident inspection assignments at onshore and offshore sites.
• Flexibility to travel for short-term or project-based assignments.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments at once.
• Experience in electrical power systems (LV, MV, HV) and exposure to renewable and hybrid power systems.
• Preferred: CompEx or IECEx certified person scheme (CoPC); NEBOSH, IOSH or equivalent safety certification is an added advantage; Middle East experience in vendor inspections is also an added advantage.

Required skills

• Knowledge of IEC, IEEE, API, ISA, ASTM and relevant client specifications.
• Working knowledge of calibration, testing and commissioning of instrumentation and control systems.
• Loop checking, functional testing and verification of E&I systems.
• Electrical safety, grounding and hazardous area classification.
• Review of Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), procedures and vendor documentation.
• PLC, DCS and SCADA systems.
• Strong technical reporting and communication skills.
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems.