On-Demand Electrical & Instrumentation Inspector (Contract)

SGS; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS is seeking E&I Inspectors as contract workers across multiple locations. Work is on an as-needed basis and not full-time, with compensation by hours/days as assigned under a 1099 agreement with SGS North America Inc.

Responsibilities include inspecting electrical/instrumentation installations to NEC/IEC codes, documenting NCRs, and communicating findings to engineers and suppliers. Travel to job sites and client locations may be required.

Qualifications

• AEI/IAEI/CEI/CompEx preferable
• NFPA 70 knowledge would be an asset
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience
• Min. 3-4 years Shop / vendor surveillance experience
• Understanding of E&I processes, codes and standards
• Industrial experience in Oil & gas / Power & Utility / Construction / Manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Ensures electrical/instrumentation installations meet codes (NEC/IEC), specs, and safety standards by conducting on-site inspections, testing systems (wiring, panels, sensors, controls, calibration), documenting non-conformities (NCRs)
• Verify correct installation of electrical components (switchgear, panels, cables) and instruments (sensors, transmitters, control valves)
• Witness and verify continuity, insulation resistance, and functional tests.
• Ensure adherence to project specs, engineering drawings, and standards like National Electrical Code (NEC) & International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
• Identify quality issues
• Create detailed inspection reports, non-conformance reports (NCRs)
• Recording inspection results and any non-conformities
• Investigating Non-Conformities i.e. identifying causes and assisting in corrective actions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, engineers, and other personnel.

Skills

Electrical inspection

On-site testing

Documentation

Communication

Industrial safety

Education

AEI/IAEI/CEI/CompEx preferable

Job description

SGS is seeking E&I Inspectors as contract workers across multiple locations. Work is on an as-needed basis and not full-time, with compensation by hours/days as assigned under a 1099 agreement with SGS North America Inc.

Responsibilities include inspecting electrical/instrumentation installations to NEC/IEC codes, documenting NCRs, and communicating findings to engineers and suppliers. Travel to job sites and client locations may be required.