Senior EI Inspector - Electrical Systems
Posted date [2026-05-21]
(ID: 45503)
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ASMACS has a proven track record in a range of industrial services and innovative solutions. Our expertise in commercial trading and varied business interests makes us the partner of choice in the success stories of many startups and enterprise multinationals. Right from the mid-80s, we have been growing steadily and making an enormous contribution to various sectors like oil and natural gas, marine industry, civil construction, corporate services, IT services, IATA – tours and travels, general trading, skill development and training, education and philanthropic activities. This has made ASMACS a unique and reliable choice of partner to work across different operational and engagement models.... |
Job Description and Requirements
Senior EI Inspector - Electrical SystemsJob Snapshot
Role: Senior EI Inspector - Electrical Systems
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Electrical-Electronics Engineering
Experience: 15-16 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Senior EI Inspector - Electrical Systems in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is a senior technical inspection opportunity within the Oil and Energy sector for experienced electrical and instrumentation professionals with strong exposure to oil and gas and petrochemical construction projects. This role is suitable for candidates who can inspect electrical power distribution systems, switchgear, control gear, UPS, earthing, lighting, underground cabling, cathodic protection, and small power systems in new construction and brownfield modification environments.
The position requires deep inspection experience, strong regulatory knowledge, sound understanding of electrical systems, and the ability to ensure project work meets approved standards, safety requirements, quality procedures, and client specifications.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Electrical-Electronics Engineering
Salary: 180000-280000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: India
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Senior EI Inspector - Electrical Systems will support construction, inspection, testing, and quality verification activities for electrical and instrumentation systems across oil and gas and petrochemical projects. The role is important for confirming that high-voltage and low-voltage systems are installed, inspected, documented, and tested according to project requirements and industry standards.
This position contributes to safe and reliable project execution by combining electrical inspection expertise, construction quality control, risk assessment, technical documentation, FAT and SAT awareness, and strong understanding of standards such as ASME, AWS, API, DNV, ISO, and BS.
Key Responsibilities
* Inspect electrical and instrumentation works for new construction and brownfield modification projects in oil and gas and petrochemical environments.
* Review installation activities for 33 KV, 11 kV, 3.3 kV, and 415 V electric power distribution systems.
* Inspect switchgear, control gear, distribution boards, UPS systems, earthing, lighting, underground cabling, cathodic protection, and small power distribution systems.
* Verify that electrical and instrumentation work follows approved drawings, specifications, method statements, inspection test plans, and project quality procedures.
* Support FAT and SAT activities by reviewing test requirements, documentation, equipment readiness, and compliance records.
* Apply code compliance, regulatory knowledge, risk assessment, and health and safety standards during inspection work.
* Identify installation defects, technical deviations, safety concerns, documentation gaps, and non-compliance items.
* Prepare inspection reports, quality observations, punch lists, technical records, and corrective action recommendations.
* Coordinate with contractors, QA-QC teams, engineering teams, safety personnel, and client representatives.
* Review technical documentation, CAD drawings, inspection checklists, and project records for accuracy and completeness.
* Support problem-solving during site inspection activities and assist in resolving construction or testing issues.
* Maintain strong inspection discipline while ensuring project timelines, safety rules, and quality expectations are met.
Ideal Profile
* Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or a closely related discipline.
* 15-16 years of experience in oil and gas and petrochemical industries.
* Strong background as an inspector in new construction and brownfield modification projects.
* Practical inspection experience with 33 KV, 11 kV, 3.3 kV, and 415 V electrical power distribution systems.
* Good knowledge of switchgear, control gear, distribution boards, UPS, earthing, lighting, underground cabling, cathodic protection, and small power systems.
* Familiarity with ASME, AWS, API, DNV, ISO, BS, and related industrial standards.
* FAT and SAT experience is required or strongly preferred.
* CompEx or ATEX knowledge is preferred for hazardous area inspection environments.
* Strong understanding of inspection techniques, code compliance, risk assessment, quality assurance, and health safety standards.
* Ability to read CAD drawings, technical documentation, project specifications, and inspection records.
* Strong communication skills for coordination with site teams, contractors, clients, and QA-QC departments.
* Indian candidates are preferred as this opportunity is exclusively open to India candidates.
Skills Set
* Electrical inspection
* Instrumentation inspection
* Oil and gas construction
* Petrochemical projects
* Brownfield modifications
* Power distribution systems
* 33 KV systems
* 11 kV systems
* 3.3 kV systems
* 415 V systems
* Switchgear inspection
* Control gear inspection
* Distribution boards
* UPS systems
* Earthing systems
* Lighting systems
* Underground cabling
* Cathodic protection
* FAT
* SAT
* CompEx awareness
* ATEX awareness
* Code compliance
* Risk assessment
* Technical documentation
* Quality assurance
* Health safety standards
* CAD drawing review
* Problem solving
* Regulatory knowledge
Why Join Us
This opportunity gives senior electrical and instrumentation inspectors the chance to work in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates on oil and gas, petrochemical, power, testing, inspection, and certification-related projects. The role offers strong exposure to complex electrical distribution systems, hazardous area requirements, FAT and SAT activities, brownfield modifications, and high-responsibility site inspection work.
It is a valuable career move for candidates who want to apply extensive E and I inspection experience in a structured industrial environment where technical accuracy, safety compliance, documentation quality, and project reliability are essential.
About the Company
ASMACS has a proven track record in industrial services, innovative business solutions, commercial trading, and diversified operational support. With experience supporting startups, enterprise companies, and multinational organizations, ASMACS is trusted for skilled workforce support, practical execution, and reliable service delivery.
Since the mid-1980s, ASMACS has expanded across sectors including oil and natural gas, marine industry, civil construction, corporate services, IT services, IATA tours and travels, general trading, skill development and training, education, and philanthropic activities. This broad operational presence makes ASMACS a dependable choice for flexible engagement models, technical manpower support, and industrial project services across the United Arab Emirates and the wider Gulf region.
