Lead Electrical Inspector - Contract

SGS•Muncie, IN

14h•Onsite

About The Position

SGS is currently looking for a Lead Electrical Inspector to oversee the electrical inspections of all electrical, communication, and instrumentation installations on our client's construction site and ensure such installations are performed in accordance with the Company drawings, plans, specifications and the terms of the construction contract or agreement. This role will be located at the construction site near Union City, Indiana and expected to last ~8 months or until the facility is in service. The Lead Electrical Inspector is responsible for overseeing and executing electrical inspections for large-scale industrial construction projects, including carbon capture and storage (CCS), energy, and process facilities. This role ensures all electrical installations comply with applicable codes, engineering specifications, project standards, and regulatory requirements. Serve as the Lead Electrical Inspection authority on assigned projects Coordinate daily inspection activities with construction, engineering, and QA/QC teams Provide guidance and mentorship to junior electrical inspectors Review contractor inspection test plans (ITPs) and electrical QC documentation Participate in project meetings, including constructability reviews and turnover planning Inspect electrical installations. Verify compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, project specifications, and approved installation procedures. Review and approve electrical inspection reports and deficiency logs Ensure accurate documentation for construction completion and system turnover Maintain inspection records in accordance with project QA/QC requirements Enforce electrical safety standards and safe work practices

Requirements

Certified Journeyman Electrician (minimum requirement); Master Electrician preferred, with ICC Electrical Inspector – E2 certification or equivalent strongly preferred.
Minimum of 10+ years of hands-on industrial electrical construction and/or inspection experience, with demonstrated lead or senior inspection responsibility
Proven experience working on heavy industrial or energy-related projects (process plants, power, chemical, ethanol, CCS, or similar)
Strong working knowledge of: NEC / NFPA 70 Industrial power and control systems Electrical construction practices for large industrial facilities
Ability to read, interpret, and inspect against electrical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications
Prior experience supporting commissioning or startup activities
Experience inspecting hazardous (classified) electrical installations
Familiarity with contractor QA/QC processes and inspection documentation
Strong reporting, documentation, and field coordination skills
Ability to work well with others & independently. Works well under pressure.
Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.
Ability to plan and prioritize
The candidate will need their own vehicle to get to the industrial construction site.

Responsibilities

Overseeing and executing electrical inspections for large-scale industrial construction projects
Serving as the Lead Electrical Inspection authority on assigned projects
Coordinating daily inspection activities with construction, engineering, and QA/QC teams
Providing guidance and mentorship to junior electrical inspectors
Reviewing contractor inspection test plans (ITPs) and electrical QC documentation
Participating in project meetings, including constructability reviews and turnover planning
Inspecting electrical installations and verifying compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, project specifications, and approved installation procedures
Reviewing and approving electrical inspection reports and deficiency logs
Ensuring accurate documentation for construction completion and system turnover
Maintaining inspection records in accordance with project QA/QC requirements
Enforcing electrical safety standards and safe work practices