Source Inspector-Electrical

Prima Strategic Group Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for international exposure

Career development

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

A leading inspection company is seeking an Electrical Source Inspector to perform independent source inspections for compliance with industry standards. Candidates must possess a degree in Electrical Engineering and have 5–10 years of experience in oil & gas or similar projects. This mid-senior level role offers a full-time position with possible Saudi Aramco inspection assignments globally. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of electrical inspection practices and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of electrical inspection experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy projects.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical inspection standards.
• Experience with LV/HV cables, switchgear, MCCs, and transformers.

Responsibilities

• Perform source inspections per approved ITPs and Aramco requirements.
• Verify compliance of electrical equipment.
• Witness and verify assembly, wiring, and testing.

Skills

Electrical inspection practices

Compliance with IEC, IEEE, NEC standards

Material traceability

Report writing

Education

Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Test equipment calibration

Job description

Job Summary

The Electrical Source Inspector performs independent source inspections at supplier and manufacturer facilities to verify compliance with Saudi Aramco requirements, approved drawings, ITPs, and purchase order specifications. Inspections are conducted in accordance with applicable IEC, IEEE, NEC (NFPA 70), ISO, and Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards (SAES/SAMSS) to ensure electrical materials and equipment meet contractual, technical, and quality requirements prior to release. Candidates must be willing to complete the Saudi Aramco qualification and approval process. This is a remote position.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform source inspections per approved ITPs, Quality Plans, and Aramco electrical inspection requirements.
• Verify compliance of electrical equipment including cables, switchgear, motors, transformers, panels, junction boxes, lighting, and grounding systems.
• Verify material traceability, certifications, and test documentation.
• Witness and verify assembly, wiring, termination, IR/Hi-Pot testing, functional testing, FAT, and routine/type tests, as applicable.
• Confirm calibration status of electrical testing and measuring equipment.
• Identify and report non-conformances and verify corrective action closure.
• Review and endorse inspection reports, test records, and release documentation.
• Maintain independence, ethics, and objectivity in line with professional inspection practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
• 5–10 years of electrical inspection experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy projects.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical inspection practices and applicable IEC, IEEE, NEC (NFPA 70) standards.
• Experience inspecting LV/HV cables, switchgear, MCCs, transformers, motors, control panels, junction boxes, lighting, and grounding systems, as applicable.

Preferred Certifications

• Saudi Aramco project experience – Highly desirable
• IEC / IEEE / NEC–based electrical inspection training – Advantage
• NDT Level II (if applicable to scope) – Advantage
• CompEx / Hazardous Area certification – Advantage (where applicable)

Document Requirements

• Inspector Resume Cover Sheet: Fully completed with a recent photo; handwritten signature required (electronic signatures not accepted).
• Current Resume: Clearly listing manufacturers, equipment inspected, and locations.
• Supporting certificates and credentials.

Qualification Process

1. Resume packet submitted via Prima Strategic Group.
2. Saudi Aramco inspection review.
3. SAP number issued and Computer-Based Test (CBT) scheduled.
4. CBT exam completed for applicable electrical commodities.
5. Technical interview conducted.
6. Final qualification results issued.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on Saudi Aramco–approved inspection assignments across multiple global locations (Argentina, Canada, China, India, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, USA, Vietnam), providing broad international exposure and career development.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Quality Assurance – Oil and Gas