ELECTRICAL QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST

Sauer; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sauer in Houston, TX is seeking an Electrical Quality Control Specialist to lead installation, inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and improvement of electrical systems. You will ensure code compliance, document activities, and coordinate with operations, engineering, and contractors to minimize downtime.

The role demands a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, at least five years of progressive experience, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems, controls, equipment, and components.
• Interpret electrical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, and technical manuals.
• Diagnose electrical failures and recommend practical, cost-effective corrective actions.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Support electrical projects, upgrades, commissioning activities, and system modifications from planning through completion.
• Verify that work complies with applicable electrical codes, company standards, safety procedures, and project specifications.
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, contractors, and inspectors to complete work safely and on schedule.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, repairs, test results, equipment history, and project activities.
• Assist with material selection, estimates, scope development, work planning, and technical evaluations.
• Identify electrical hazards, participate in incident investigations, and promote safe work practices, including lockout/tagout requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and training to team members as needed.
• Respond to electrical emergencies and service interruptions according to operational needs.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Documentation

Project coordination

Communication

Safety compliance

Diagnostic skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

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ELECTRICAL QUALITY CONTROL SPECIALIST

Full Time Houston, TX, US

16 days ago Requisition ID: 1022

Position Summary
The Electrical Specialist provides technical expertise in the installation, inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and improvement of electrical systems and equipment. This role supports safe, reliable, and code-compliant operations by diagnosing complex electrical issues, coordinating repairs and projects, maintaining accurate documentation, and partnering with operations, engineering, maintenance, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical systems, controls, equipment, and components.
• Interpret electrical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, specifications, and technical manuals.
• Diagnose electrical failures and recommend practical, cost-effective corrective actions.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Support electrical projects, upgrades, commissioning activities, and system modifications from planning through completion.
• Verify that work complies with applicable electrical codes, company standards, safety procedures, and project specifications.
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, contractors, and inspectors to complete work safely and on schedule.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, repairs, test results, equipment history, and project activities.
• Assist with material selection, estimates, scope development, work planning, and technical evaluations.
• Identify electrical hazards, participate in incident investigations, and promote safe work practices, including lockout/tagout requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and training to team members as needed.
• Respond to electrical emergencies and service interruptions according to operational needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience working with electrical systems, equipment, controls, construction, industrial facilities, or a related environment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards, and safe work practices.
• Proficiency with electrical testing equipment and common business software.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently or collaboratively.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certification or licensure relevant to the position, such as an electrical license, Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional credential, or Engineer in Training designation.
• Experience with power distribution, motor controls, programmable logic controllers, variable-frequency drives, building systems, or industrial automation.
• Experience supporting electrical construction, commissioning, maintenance planning, or capital improvement projects.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems and electrical design or documentation software.