Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Technician to support installation, termination, connection and testing activities on a Synchronous Condenser project.
The role will be hands-on and site based, with responsibility for I&C cable connections, cable termination, temperature instrumentation checks and verification of installed equipment. Candidates should have previous experience working within power generation, substations, energy, heavy industrial or similar electrical/instrumentation environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out I&C cable termination and connection activities.
- Terminate control and instrumentation cables into panels, junction boxes and field equipment.
- Check cable identification, cores, ferrules and termination points against drawings and schedules.
- Perform continuity and point-to-point checks on installed cabling.
- Inspect and verify cable connections prior to commissioning.
- Carry out temperature checking and verification of instrumentation.
- Check temperature sensors and associated connections, including RTDs, PT100s and thermocouples, where applicable.
- Verify correct installation and connection of temperature monitoring equipment.
- Identify and troubleshoot incorrect terminations, damaged cables, connection faults and instrumentation issues.
- Read and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, termination drawings and cable schedules.
- Support I&C testing, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
- Record completed checks and report defects or outstanding works.
- Work closely with electrical, mechanical and commissioning teams.
- Complete all activities in accordance with project quality procedures and site HSE requirements.
Essential Experience
- Previous experience as an I&C, C&I, EC&I, E&I or Instrumentation Technician.
- Strong hands-on experience with cable termination and cable connections.
- Experience working with control and instrumentation cabling.
- Experience carrying out temperature instrumentation checks.
- Ability to read electrical and instrumentation drawings.
- Experience performing continuity, connection and point-to-point checks.
- Comfortable working independently in a site-based environment.
- Strong understanding of electrical and instrumentation safety procedures.
Desirable Experience
- Previous Synchronous Condenser experience.
- Power generation, power transmission, substation or grid infrastructure experience.
- Experience with synchronous generators, motors or rotating electrical equipment.
- Knowledge of RTDs, PT100s, thermocouples and temperature monitoring systems.
- EC&I commissioning or pre-commissioning experience.
- Experience working with OEM equipment and commissioning engineers.
Instrumentation and Control Engineer in Cardiff employer: PWMG
PWMG is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Cardiff where innovation meets commitment to safety and quality. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, fostering personal and professional growth while contributing to vital grid infrastructure projects. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and a culture that values each individual's input, PPMG ensures that every technician plays a crucial role in maintaining grid stability and efficiency.
