Instrumentation & Control Inspector - Power Plant

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Instrumentation & Control Inspector
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- Position and Project – Sumitomo and Location as Abu Dhabi Position Summary

The I&C Inspector will support the Owner's Engineer (OE) team by performing field inspections and monitoring the installation, testing, and commissioning of instrumentation, control, automation, and DCS systems. The role is responsible for ensuring that all site works comply with project specifications, approved drawings, quality standards, safety requirements, and EPC contract obligations.

Scope of Work

• Conduct site inspections for installation of instrumentation and control systems.
• Verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, procedures, and international standards.
• Inspect field instruments, transmitters, analyzers, control panels, junction boxes, cabling, and marshalling systems.
• Monitor cable laying, termination, loop checking, calibration, and testing activities.
• Witness FAT, SAT, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and functional testing activities.
• Review inspection reports, test records, ITPs, method statements, and quality documentation.
• Raise and monitor NCRs, punch-list items, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with EPC contractor QA/QC teams, commissioning teams, and Owner's Engineer discipline engineers.
• Support system handover and final acceptance activities.

Key Systems Experience

• Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• PLC Systems.
• SCADA Systems.
• Turbine Control Systems.
• Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD).
• Burner Management Systems (BMS).
• Field Instrumentation.

Process Measurement Devices

• Control Valves and Actuators.
• Instrument Calibration Devices.
• Temperature Sensors.
• Flow Sensors.
• Pressure Sensors.
• Others.

Key Skills Required Technical Skills

• Loop Checking & Calibration.
• Cable Routing and Termination Inspection.
• QA/QC Inspection Procedures.

Punch List Management

• Reading P&IDs, Logic Diagrams, and Hook-up Drawings.
• Testing & Functional Verification.
• IEC Standards.
• ISA Standards.
• Instrument Calibration Standards.
• Power Plant Construction and Commissioning Practices.

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail.
• Inspection Reporting.
• Coordination with Contractors.
• Problem Identification and Resolution.
• Strong Communication Skills.

Qualifications

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.

Relevant Inspection and QA/QC certifications are advantageous.

Additional certification in Instrumentation, Control Systems, or Commissioning is preferred.

Experience Required

• Minimum 8-12 years of experience in instrumentation and control inspection on power, oil & gas, petrochemical, or industrial projects.
• Experience on Combined Cycle Power Plants (CCGT), Thermal Power Plants, or IPP projects preferred.
• Strong experience in installation, testing, loop checking, calibration, and commissioning support.
• Previous GCC/Middle East project experience is highly desirable.
• Experience working with EPC Contractors, Consultants, or Owner's Engineer organizations.