Electrical & Instrumentation Inspector - Contractor
About The Position
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 98,000 employees operate a network of 2,650 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. SGS is currently looking for E&I Inspectors in different states. This is not full-time work. The contract could be a day, several days, weeks, it really depends on the work. The contractor will be required to sign an independent contractor agreement/sub-contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc. Work will be assigned on as needed basis and will be paid for the hours/days and other applicable cost items for the hours/days spent on the assigned work.
Requirements
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience.
- Min. 3-4 years Shop / vendor surveillance experience
- Understanding of E&I processes, codes and standards
- Ensures electrical/instrumentation installations meet codes (NEC/IEC), specs, and safety standards.
- Industrial experience in Oil & gas / Power & Utility / Construction / Manufacturing, etc.
- Schedule: Intermittent i.e. when & where required subject to job requirement
- Expenses (Hotel, flight, meals, etc..) will be reimbursed at cost. Applicable only if job location is outside city of residence and having client prior approval.
Nice To Haves
- AEI, IAEI, CEI and/or CompEx would preferable
- NFPA 70 knowledge would be an asset.
Responsibilities
- Ensures electrical/instrumentation installations meet codes (NEC/IEC), specs, and safety standards by conducting on-site inspections, testing systems (wiring, panels, sensors, controls, calibration), documenting non-conformities (NCRs)
- Verify correct installation of electrical components (switchgear, panels, cables) and instruments (sensors, transmitters, control valves)
- Witness and verify continuity, insulation resistance, and functional tests.
- Ensure adherence to project specs, engineering drawings, and standards like National Electrical Code (NEC) & International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
- Identify quality issues
- Create detailed inspection reports, non-conformance reports (NCRs)
- Recording inspection results and any non-conformities
- Investigating Non-Conformities i.e. identifying causes and assisting in corrective actions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, engineers, and other personnel.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
