Field Substation Inspector & QA/QC Lead

Actalent; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Substation Inspector to oversee quality, safety, and regulatory compliance on substation projects in Tucson, AZ. You will act as the owner's representative in the field, ensuring work aligns with engineering drawings, project specs, OSHA requirements, and utility standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in utility power construction, hands-on substation experience, and the ability to read electrical drawings and switchgear documentation.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Lineman or Journeyman Substation Electrician certification or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years of utility power construction experience.
• Hands-on experience with substation construction and maintenance activities.
• Experience working safely around energized transmission and distribution equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, construction packages, and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Act as the owners representative on substation construction, maintenance, and capital improvement projects to ensure work is completed according to approved plans and standards.
• Verify that all construction activities comply with engineering drawings, one-line diagrams, construction packages, and project specifications.
• Monitor field work to confirm adherence to utility standards, OSHA regulations, arc flash requirements, and Minimum Approach Distances.
• Conduct quality inspections and provide construction oversight on utility power projects to maintain high standards of workmanship and safety.
• Review and interpret electrical drawings, one-lines, and technical documentation to support accurate and compliant installation and maintenance activities.
• Observe and document work performed around energized transmission and distribution equipment, ensuring safe practices are followed at all times.
• Oversee and confirm proper use of utility clearances, switching procedures, lockout/tagout practices, and hold orders to protect personnel and equipment.
• Identify non-compliance or quality issues in the field and communicate findings to project stakeholders, supporting timely corrective actions.
• Support commissioning and power delivery activities by verifying that equipment and systems are installed and tested according to project and utility requirements.
• Maintain detailed records and reports of inspections, observations, and quality control checks to support project documentation and audits.

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Substation Inspector to oversee quality, safety, and regulatory compliance on substation projects in Tucson, AZ. You will act as the owner's representative in the field, ensuring work aligns with engineering drawings, project specs, OSHA requirements, and utility standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in utility power construction, hands-on substation experience, and the ability to read electrical drawings and switchgear documentation.