EC&I Inspector

NRL; Renfrew; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

NRL is seeking an experienced EC&I Inspector to join a project based in Renfrew, Scotland. You will conduct inspections of electrical, control and instrumentation installations, verify compliance with P&IDs, loop drawings and data sheets, and support handover.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in C&I inspections within industrial environments, read technical documents, identify non-conformances, raise NCRs and contribute to commissioning and final project close-out.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as EC&I Inspector or Instrument Inspector.
• Strong background in inspection of C&I installations.
• Ability to read P&IDs, loop drawings and C&I documentation.
• Experience in regulated industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections of C&I installations, including field instrumentation, control valves, actuators, junction boxes and panels.
• Inspect instrument tubing, impulse lines, cable routing and terminations.
• Verify installations against P&IDs, loop drawings, cable schedules and instrument data sheets.
• Inspect instrument wiring, earthing, shielding and cable segregation.
• Support loop checks, calibration, functional testing and commissioning.
• Inspect PLC, DCS, SCADA and ESD interfaces where required.
• Identify installation defects and raise NCRs or punch-list items.
• Complete inspection reports and ITPs.

Skills

EC&I inspection

P&ID interpretation

Quality assurance

Documentation & reporting

Attention to detail

Tools

PLC systems

DCS systems

SCADA systems

ESD interfaces

Cable termination inspection

Job description

Role: EC&I Inspector
Location: Renfrew, Scotland
Hours: 38 hours per week
Rate: DOE (Dependent on Experience)
Job Type: Contract

The Opportunity We are currently seeking an experienced EC&I Inspector to join a project based in Renfrew, Scotland. This role offers the opportunity to be involved in the inspection and verification of Electrical, Control and Instrumentation installations, ensuring all work is delivered in accordance with project specifications, quality requirements and industry standards.The successful candidate will have strong Control & Instrumentation inspection experience and a proven ability to assess installations, identify non-conformances and support commissioning and handover activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections of Control & Instrumentation installations, including field instrumentation, control valves, actuators, junction boxes and control panels.
• Inspect instrument tubing, impulse lines, cable routing, cable glands and terminations.
• Verify installations against project documentation, including P&IDs, loop drawings, cable schedules and instrument data sheets.
• Inspect instrument wiring, earthing systems, shielding arrangements and cable segregation.
• Support loop checks, calibration activities, functional testing and commissioning programmes.
• Inspect PLC, DCS, SCADA and ESD interfaces where required.
• Identify installation defects and raise NCRs or punch-list items as necessary.
• Complete inspection reports, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and associated quality documentation.
• Ensure all work complies with project specifications, quality standards and relevant regulations.
• Support final inspections, handover activities and project close-out requirements.

Requirements Essential

• Previous experience working as an EC&I Inspector, C&I Inspector or Instrument Inspector.
• Strong background in Control & Instrumentation inspection activities.
• Ability to read, interpret and work from P&IDs, loop drawings and technical C&I documentation.
• Experience inspecting instrumentation systems, cabling installations, tubing systems and terminations.
• Experience working within industrial, manufacturing, energy, process, pharmaceutical, oil & gas or other highly regulated environments.
• Good understanding of inspection, testing and quality assurance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high quality standards.

Desirable

• CompEx and/or IECEx certification.
• Experience working in hazardous-area environments.
• Previous involvement in commissioning and system handover activities.
• Knowledge of PLC, DCS, SCADA and ESD systems.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality inspection services. The ideal candidate will possess excellent technical knowledge, strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

About NRLThe NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future. We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer.