Precision Quality Inspector, Electrical Switchgear

Moss Interactive, LLC; Bristol (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Electro-Mechanical, LLC in Bristol, VA is seeking a Quality Technician to perform in-process and final inspections of padmount switchgear assemblies, ensuring conformance to drawings, specs and safety standards in a fast-paced plant.

The role requires a two-year technical degree or equivalent manufacturing experience, strong measurement skills with calipers, micrometers, and multimeters, and a keen eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, wiring diagrams, and electrical schematics.
• Experience inspecting mechanical and/or electrical assemblies in an industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-process and final inspections on padmount switchgear assemblies to verify electrical, mechanical, and dimensional conformance to drawings and specifications.
• Inspect fabricated components—including formed metal parts, welded structures, enclosures, and internal switchgear assemblies—for accuracy, finish, and structural integrity.
• Perform electrical checks such as continuity verification, grounding inspections, proper phasing, torque validation, and dielectric clearance assessments.
• Use precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, tape measures, torque wrenches, and multimeters to validate product quality.
• Document inspection results, complete inspection reports, and issue nonconformance reports (NCRs) as needed.
• Work closely with Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to resolve issues, communicate defects, and support corrective action processes.
• Ensure switchgear components—including switches, bus bars, fuses, bushings, barriers, and cable compartments—meet all safety, functionality, and workmanship standards.
• Review blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and work instructions to ensure accurate product build and inspection.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing rework, improving processes, and enhancing overall product reliability.
• Maintain compliance with ISO procedures and contribute to internal audit activities as assigned.

Skills

Reading drawings and schematics

Inspection and QA

Documentation and NCRs

Cross-functional communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

ISO 9001 knowledge

Overtime adaptability

Education

Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Tape measures

Torque wrenches

Multimeters

Job description

Electro-Mechanical, LLC in Bristol, VA is seeking a Quality Technician to perform in-process and final inspections of padmount switchgear assemblies, ensuring conformance to drawings, specs and safety standards in a fast-paced plant.

The role requires a two-year technical degree or equivalent manufacturing experience, strong measurement skills with calipers, micrometers, and multimeters, and a keen eye for detail.