Electrical QA/QC Inspector

Novus Technical Services; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Job summary

Novus Technical Services seeks an experienced Electrical Inspector to verify high-reliability electrical infrastructure for semiconductor tool installations in cleanroom environments. You will inspect power distribution, control wiring, cable routing, and bonding while ensuring adherence to NEC, SEMI standards, and project specifications.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings, witnessing performance testing, and coordinating with engineering to resolve non-conformances.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of electrical inspection experience in semiconductor or high-tech environments.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and industrial electrical standards.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with cleanroom environments and contamination control.
• NICET certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect installation of electrical systems supporting semiconductor tools, including power distribution and wiring.
• Verify compliance with NEC, NFPA 70, project specs and SEMI standards.
• Review electrical drawings, schematics, and tool installation packages.
• Inspect cable tray installations, conduit routing, grounding/bonding, and panel terminations.
• Ensure proper testing of cleanroom-rated components and systems.
• Coordinate with engineering to resolve installation non-conformances.
• Maintain detailed inspection reports, punch lists, and turnover documentation.
• Support commissioning activities and energization readiness.
• Enforce safety practices including LOTO and arc flash compliance.

Skills

NICET certification

Education

High school diploma

Technical degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Company Description

Novus Technical Services is an international company delivering specialist solutions to the global energy industry. The organization provides clients, including energy companies, engineering firms, and contractors, with multidiscipline resources and services across systems integration, systems completions, commissioning start-up, module interface, asset management, and technical support. Novus operates in Europe, North America, Kazakhstan, Asia Pacific, Russia, and the Middle East, supported by a workforce of approximately 4,000 highly skilled employees across four continents. The company focuses on partnering with project stakeholders to deliver sustainable solutions, while maintaining strong commitments to safety leadership, quality, and environmental performance. Team members join a diverse, international environment with opportunities to contribute to complex, large-scale energy projects.

Role Description

The Electrical Inspector supports semiconductor tool installation project, ensuring all electrical systems and installations meet strict quality, safety, and compliance standards. This role focuses on high-reliability electrical infrastructure and tool hook-up work within cleanroom environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect installation of electrical systems supporting semiconductor tools, including power distribution, control wiring, telecommunication cabling and equipment hook-ups.
• Verify compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70, project specifications, and SEMI standards).
• Review electrical drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams, and tool installation packages.
• Inspect cable tray installations, conduit routing, grounding/bonding systems, and panel terminations.
• Verify correct wire types, insulation ratings, labeling, glanding & terminating and proper torquing of terminations.
• Ensure proper installation and testing of cleanroom-rated electrical components and systems.
• Witness and review electrical testing, including continuity checks, insulation resistance (megger) testing, and other functional testing.
• Coordinate with engineering to resolve installation issues and non-conformances.
• Maintain detailed inspection reports, punch lists, and turnover documentation.
• Support commissioning activities and ensure systems are ready for energization and operation.
• Enforce safety practices, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and arc flash compliance.
• Ensure adherence to cleanroom protocols and contamination control requirements.
• Have experience in arc flash mitigation, terminations into live systems

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree in electrical engineering or related field preferred.
• 6+ years of electrical inspection experience, preferably in semiconductor, industrial, energy or mission-critical environments.
• Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and industrial electrical standards.
• Experience with semiconductor tool installation, including tool hook-ups and sub-fab systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Familiarity with cleanroom environments and contamination control practices.
• Strong understanding of grounding, bonding, and power system requirements.

Preferred Skills:

• Previous experience on similar semiconductor fab projects.
• NICET certification or equivalent electrical inspection credentials.
• Experience with Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) systems in high-tech manufacturing facilities.
• Knowledge of backup power systems, UPS, and critical power distribution.
• Strong QA/QC documentation and turnover package experience.

Working Conditions:

• Work performed in semiconductor fabrication facilities (cleanroom and sub-fab environments).
• Requires strict adherence to gowning and contamination control procedures.
• May involve extended hours, shift work
• Physical demands include prolonged standing, walking, climbing ladders, climbing access scaffolds, working from AWP’s or scissor lifts and working in confined spaces.
• Competitive salary based on experience and certifications.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Training and advancement opportunities in semiconductor construction and commissioning