Transformer QC & Vendor Surveillance Specialist

Kiwa; Rincon (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Independent contractor

Job summary

Kiwa PPI is a global TIC leader. We seek an experienced SQR/Vendor Surveillance Inspector to support a Bechtel midstream/downstream transformer project at a client site in Rincon, GA.

You will conduct inspections of heavy electrical equipment, review quality dossiers, coordinate with Bechtel and vendor teams, and perform multiple visits per week with ITP-based plans.

NFPA 70 or API SIEE certifications are a plus; contractor/1099 arrangement offers flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years hands-on experience in SQR or vendor surveillance on heavy electrical equipment.
• Ability to review test reports, material certificates, and calibration data.
• Experience with ITP-based surveillance and multiple site visits.
• Knowledge of transformer design, manufacturing, and quality verification.
• Ability to read complex electrical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct supplier/vendor surveillance inspections on large transformers.
• Perform ad-hoc and ITP-based quality surveillance with multiple weekly visits.
• Verify manufacturing processes, materials, assembly steps, FAT compliance.
• Review quality dossiers, test reports, and calibration records.
• Identify non-conformances, issue surveillance reports, and track corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Bechtel, Kiwa, and vendor teams for quality control.

Skills

SQR & surveillance

Quality inspection (heavy electrical)

Transformer manufacturing knowledge

NFPA 70 / API SIEE

Reading electrical drawings

Documentation & reporting

Job description

Kiwa PPI is a global TIC leader. We seek an experienced SQR/Vendor Surveillance Inspector to support a Bechtel midstream/downstream transformer project at a client site in Rincon, GA.

You will conduct inspections of heavy electrical equipment, review quality dossiers, coordinate with Bechtel and vendor teams, and perform multiple visits per week with ITP-based plans.

NFPA 70 or API SIEE certifications are a plus; contractor/1099 arrangement offers flexible scheduling.