Electrical & Instrumentation QA Inspector

Kiwa PPI; Caracas; On-site; VES 40,395,000 - 58,348,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiwa PPI is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC). We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation QA Inspector in Colombia, Mexico, and Brazil to support the restoration of an existing facility in Venezuela.

The Electrical & Instrumentation QA Inspector is responsible for verifying electrical distribution systems. This role provides technical oversight for medium and low-voltage electrical assets, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of industrial electrical engineering experience, with proven experience in shutdown, turnaround, or outage support.
• Strong technical background in power distribution systems and field quality control.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on medium and low-voltage equipment, MCCs, transformers, substations, relays, circuit breakers, busbar systems, emergency power, and grounding systems.
• Deliver field engineering support, monitor critical activities, resolve technical issues, coordinate engineering responses for contractors, and manage emergent work.
• Verify isolation plans, support testing, review commissioning results, verify energization, and troubleshoot startup issues.
• Participate in root cause analyses, log lessons learned, and support reliability improvement strategies.

Skills

Electrical power distribution

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

Kiwa PPI is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC). We help our clients improve quality, safety, and sustainability across their industrial projects. We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation QA Inspector in Colombia, Mexico, and Brazil to support the restoration of an existing facility in Venezuela. The Electrical & Instrumentation QA Inspector is responsible for verifying electrical distribution systems. This role provides technical oversight for medium and low-voltage electrical assets, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and aligned with schedule, budget, and reliability targets.

About The Role

• Working Environment & Contract Details
• Contract Type: Third-Party Contract.
• Location of Work: Venezuela (On-site).
• Schedule: Shifts of up to 12 hours per day, 7 days a week.
• Personnel will provide hands‑on support for the restoration of an existing unit.
• Ability to work effectively both within a team and with minimal supervision is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on medium and low-voltage equipment, MCCs, transformers, substations, relays, circuit breakers, busbar systems, emergency power, and grounding systems.
• Deliver field engineering support, monitor critical activities, resolve technical issues, coordinate engineering responses for contractors, and manage emergent work.
• Verify isolation plans, support testing, review commissioning results, verify energization, and troubleshoot startup issues.
• Participate in root cause analyses, log lessons learned, and support reliability improvement strategies.

Do you have what it takes?

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of industrial electrical engineering experience, with proven experience in shutdown, turnaround, or outage support.
• Strong technical background in power distribution systems and field quality control.

What can you expect from us in return?

At Kiwa PPI, you'll join a dynamic, growing organization with a strong, collaborative culture. We offer comprehensive benefits—including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA accounts, supplemental insurance, 401k, and paid time off alongside opportunities to develop your career, influence company culture, and take on leadership responsibilities in a fast‑paced, innovative environment.