Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Inspector / Expeditor (Contract)

SGS; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 61,992 - 67,502; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement per IRS guidelines

Expenses reimbursed for hotel, flight, meals

Job summary

A leading inspection and certification company is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation Inspector for a contract position in Mount Pleasant, PA. The role involves coordinating Factory Acceptance Tests, inspecting electrical equipment, and ensuring compliance with project specifications. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of electrical inspection experience and a strong understanding of NEC/IEC standards. The contract length is expected to be from 12 to 18 months, with a competitive hourly rate of $45-$49.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of electrical inspection experience.
• Minimum 2–3 years of supplier expediting experience.
• Minimum 3–4 years of shop/vendor surveillance experience.
• Good understanding of E&I processes, codes and standards (NEC/IEC).
• Electrical Engineering background is advantageous.
• FAT experience (Electrical, Type and other tests) required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and coordinate all Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for project equipment.
• Inspect MV/HV breakers, voltage transformers, surge arrestors.
• Ensure all test procedures are in place prior to FAT.
• Monitor and report testing progress and quality metrics.

Skills

Electrical inspection experience

Supplier expediting experience

Project Planning

Quality Assurance

Quality Control

Understanding of NEC/IEC codes

Job description

Overview

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 97,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

SGS is currently looking for an Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Inspector / Expeditor (Contract) for a contract position in Mount Pleasant, PA. The length of the contract will be 12 to 18 months. The inspector will be required to sign an independent contractor agreement/sub-contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and coordinate all Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for project equipment, ensuring tests are executed according to project requirements and witnessed by relevant stakeholders. The role requires a background in Electrical Engineering and extensive experience in coordinating, witnessing, and assessing FATs, implementing mitigation or corrective actions, and delivering as per role expectations.
• Schedule and coordinate FATs with suppliers, project team, and customer representatives.
• Inspect MV/HV breakers, voltage transformers, surge arrestors, and related equipment.
• Ensure all test procedures, documentation, and acceptance criteria are in place prior to FAT.
• Facilitate communication between suppliers, engineering, quality, and customers during FAT activities.
• Track and document FAT results, record punch-list items, and ensure they are closed.
• Distribute certified FAT reports and test certificates to the project team for turnover documentation.
• Ensure adherence to project specs, engineering drawings, and standards such as NEC and IEC.
• Monitor and report testing progress, quality metrics, and potential risks to project timelines.
• Witness and oversee the execution of tests to ensure comprehensive coverage of functional and non-functional requirements.
• Document results and defects, raise NCRs, and facilitate resolution with the functional team.
• Evaluate testing methodologies, tools, and processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Verify final documentation has been completed and approved by the customer and responsible ENG/PM.

Qualifications / Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of electrical inspection experience.
• Minimum 2–3 years of supplier expediting experience.
• Minimum 3–4 years of shop/vendor surveillance experience.
• Electrical Engineering background is advantageous.
• FAT experience (Electrical, Type and other tests) required.
• Project Planning, Quality Assurance and Quality Control experience mandatory.
• Must have inspection experience of MV/HV breakers, voltage transformers, surge arrestors, etc.
• Good understanding of E&I processes, codes and standards (NEC/IEC).
• Industrial experience in oil & gas, power & utility, construction, or manufacturing.

Compensation & Logistics

• Rate: $45-$49/hr plus mileage as per IRS guidelines.
• Expenses: Hotel, flight, meals, etc. reimbursed at cost. Applicable only if the job location is outside the city of residence and with client prior approval.
• Contract length: 12 to 18 months; start date as soon as possible.
• Location: Mount Pleasant, PA.

Additional Notes

The inspector will be required to sign an independent contractor agreement/sub-contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. This description is not exhaustive and may be amended to reflect company needs. If you require assistance applying due to a disability, please contact the provided help line.