Quality Inspector

Powell; Alberta; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Extensive benefits

Job training

Job summary

Powell Canada Inc. is seeking a QA Inspector at our Edmonton Electrical Division. You will inspect and test bus duct, MV/LV switchgear, and PCR/E-Houses, while supporting witnessed customer inspections.

Responsibilities include in-shop inspections, equipment testing, non-conformance investigations, and collaboration across shop, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• 0–3 years’ manufacturing experience.
• Familiar with test equipment such as multimeter, clamp-on-meter, voltage detector, Hi-Pot.

Responsibilities

• Monitor in-shop electrical operation and perform visual inspections.
• Inspect and test equipment manufactured at Powell facilities per Powell Standards.
• Perform skid inspections for structural, dimensional, welding, and paint defects.
• Install, program and operate relays, OBR, PLCs, HMIs, etc.
• Power up equipment safely and perform pre-commissioning checks.
• Record and investigate non-conformances and drive corrective actions.

Skills

Reading prints

MS Office

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Journeyman Electrician ticket asset

Tools

Multimeter

Clamp-on meter

Voltage detector

Hi-Pot tester

Job description

Powell People Solving Problems

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE) location, the QA Inspector will report to the Quality Supervisor of the Quality Department. The QA Inspector will be responsible for inspecting and the testing of bus duct, low and medium voltage motor control, and low and medium voltage switchgear and PCR/E-Houses. The QA Inspector will also perform these tests for Powell Customers and/or their representatives during witnessed customer inspections.

Essential Responsibilities

• Monitor in shop electrical operation and conduct visual inspections.


• Inspect, test all equipment manufactured at Powell facilities according to Powell Standards.


• Perform Skid Inspection for any Structural, Dimension, Visual Welding & Paint defects as per customer requirements.


• Install, program and operate electronic equipment such as relays, OBR, PLCs, HMIs etc.


• Power up all Powell Electrical Product and other buyout equipment's with safety procedures and pre-commissioning check. Such as Transformers, Service Panels, HVAC, Battery Chargers, UPS System, etc.


• Perform equipment failure investigations and root cause analysis.


• Responsible for performing all aspects of inspection activities with minimum supervision.


• Ensure that quality document latest revisions are available to and are being utilized while performing the work.


• Complete and maintain all test Quality Control documentation as required.


• Perform maintenance and calibration on test equipment as needed.


• Identifies and issue of non-conformance report to Manufacturing Manager to known standard using various measuring and testing methods and assist the appropriate functional area to find the appropriate disposition to non-conformance, ensuring that the appropriate corrective action to prevent recurrence.


• Interaction with all departments (shop, engineering, sales, shipping, fabrication, PCR, switchgear) including customers to work to resolve quality related issues.


• Interaction with all departments during production, final inspection and final release to shipping is required.


• External relationships may include regular interaction with other Powell subsidiaries and or customers.


• Coordinate with customers and QC inspectors for the resolution of shop problem as well as Factory Acceptance Test.


• Record Engineering and Shop discrepancies and shortage.


• Fully participates in continuous process improvement and cost control, following quality policies and procedure and standards to maintain with company guidelines.


• Organize and implement quality control systems and processes and provide feedback to the Manufacturing Manager.


• Promote a safety culture as well as attend all safety meetings.


• Ensure quality by following standard work instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.


• Ensure that work areas remain clean and well organized.


• Other duties as required

Core Competencies

• Ability to apply industry standards as applicable to job and product.


• Actively seeks out self-development through internal or external programs that contributes to knowledge, skill and abilities.


• Demonstrates integrity and ethical decision making.


• Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks.


• Able to work effectively within a team and around other departments and their activities.


• Ability to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.


• Must have an exceptional command of the English language, both written and verbal.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering, BS Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (Journeyman Electrician Trade Ticket is an asset).


• Minimum 0-3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.


• Familiar with used of test equipment such as multi meter, clamp-on-meter, voltage detector, Hi-Pot, etc.


• Basic level computer skills MS Office products.


• Intermediate experience working with industry codes and standards and able to refer to applicable codes.


• Basic Knowledge of Electrical Theory and relevant Mechanical experience.


• Ability to read prints including: specification sheets, wiring diagrams, schematics, three-line drawings, wiring lists and part drawings.


• Knowledge of policies, how to write them and how to administer them consistently.


• Safety training certificates are an asset for the position.


• Due to the safety sensitive nature of this position successful candidates will undergo pre-employment substance abuse and medical testing upon hire.

Work Authorization:

This is a permanent position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada at the time of hire. Immigration sponsorship is not typically available and will be considered only where supported by business needs and applicable legal requirements.

Working Conditions

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.


• Required to wear personnel protective equipment at all times (i.e., hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses and respirators) when required.


• Working at a desk and computer in an office environment is required.


• Must be able to work from all types of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders and all size extension ladders) and scaffolding.


• Working at heights usually no higher than 30 feet in the air on or using proper lift equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.


• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in any direction in a repetitive manner continuously.


• Continuous standing, walking 50-300 foot distances for long periods of time with only occasional sitting.


• Must be able to climb stairs frequently throughout the shift.


• Able to frequently look over shoulders, work with both arms above shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently.


• Using upper extremities to apply or exert a force continuously up to 50lbs.


• Ability to use hand tools such as tin snips, hammer, and power tools (some vibrating), for long periods of time with frequent repetition.

Who we are

Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing, valve servicing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary and Montreal.

Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer's needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.

Your Partner in Safety

Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.