About the Role
Sonomatic is seeking a highly skilled Inspection Engineer (RG2 Category 2) to support PX Group operations in St Fergus. This role is suited to a technically strong inspector who thrives in a fast‑paced site environment, is motivated to drive the adoption of new inspection technologies and efficiency improvements working closely with Sonomatic Inspectors and the PX Integrity and Operations Teams.
We welcome applications from travelling personnel, standard on‑site working hours are
Monday–Thursday: 07:30 – 16:45
Friday: 07:30 – 12:30
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain regular communication with the client, Sonomatic Inspectors, PX Integrity, Operations, engineers, supervisors, and other contractors to provide inspection support.
* Approve all Inspection Work Packs and Written Schemes of Examination (WSE) at Category 2 level.
* Provide expert guidance on integrity issues, defect assessment, and follow‑up repair work, including issuing inspection queries and repair orders where required.
* Fully endorse all integrity reports in accordance with inspection manuals, procedures, regulations, and recognised international standards.
* Ensure all inspection activities comply with PSSR, industry standards, NDE procedures, and client acceptance criteria.
* Verify inspection results for accuracy and reliability, ensuring data is suitable for further analysis by the Integrity Team.
* Manage the identification, reporting, and close‑out of defects and anomalies, recommending appropriate mitigation measures.
* Provide inspection and integrity input into plant shutdowns, outages, and major maintenance events.
* Ensure all inspection activities follow RBI recommendations, WSE requirements, inspection procedures, and approved methodologies.
* Apply sound engineering judgement in assessing defects and recommending additional inspection or remedial actions to the PX Integrity Team.
* Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for new inspection technologies, improved efficiency, and enhanced inspection quality.
* Champion high standards of Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ), ensuring all SHE requirements are met during inspection activities.
Qualifications & Experience
* Education Degree preferred; minimum HNC in a relevant engineering discipline.
* Training & Certifications Minimum RG2 Category 2 appointment.
* Training & Certifications Incorporated Engineer status (or working towards).
* Training & Certifications Industry qualifications in ASME, API, and/or EEMUA.
* Training & Certifications NDT qualifications advantageous but not essential however understanding of NDT Applications essential.
* Experience Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Cat 2 appointed role.
* Experience Proven experience inspecting pipelines, pipework, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, fired heaters, and mechanical protective devices.
* Experience Background in fabrication, design, commissioning, maintenance, turnarounds, or operations on high‑hazard sites.
* Experience Proficient with computer‑based systems and inspection technologies.
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