Electrical Quality Inspector

Position Summary

The Electrical Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring that all electrical installations and systems associated with the construction of a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility comply with project specifications, applicable codes, engineering drawings, and quality standards. This role supports the QA/QC program by performing inspections, verifying documentation, and ensuring that electrical installations meet the stringent requirements required for pharmaceutical manufacturing environments and GMP-compliant facilities.

Key Responsibilities – Electrical Quality Inspections

• Perform inspections of electrical installations including conduit, cable tray, wiring, grounding systems, panels, switchgear, and lighting systems.
• Verify installation of power distribution systems, motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, and instrumentation wiring.
• Inspect installation of cleanroom electrical systems and classified area equipment ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety standards.
• Ensure electrical work complies with NFPA, NEC, local codes, and project specifications.
• Verify electrical installations align with approved Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings.

Documentation & Quality Control

• Review electrical installation documentation including inspection and test plans (ITPs), method statements, material submittals, and electrical test reports.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, punch lists, and quality reports.
• Identify non-conformances and issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) when required.
• Track and verify corrective actions and re-inspections.

Testing & Verification

• Witness and verify electrical testing activities including continuity testing, insulation resistance testing (Megger), and grounding verification.
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities by validating installation readiness.
• Verify labeling, identification, and documentation of electrical components.

Collaboration & Coordination

• Cookordination with electrical subcontractors, construction supervisors, engineering teams, and commissioning personnel.
• Participate in quality walkdowns, system turnovers, and punch list reviews.
• Provide technical guidance to contractors regarding quality standards.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure work complies with pharmaceutical industry requirements, GMP expectations, and quality documentation practices.
• Verify installations meet safety standards and site-specific electrical safety requirements.
• Promote a culture of quality, safety, and compliance on the project site.

Required Qualifications – Education

• Associate degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or related field preferred.

Required Qualifications – Experience

• 5+ years of electrical inspection or electrical construction experience.
• Experience on pharmaceutical, life sciences, semiconductor, or mission-critical construction projects strongly preferred.
• Experience with industrial electrical systems and large-scale construction projects.

Required Qualifications – Technical Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and electrical construction practices.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Familiarity with GMP-regulated facilities or cleanroom environments preferred.

Required Qualifications – Skills

• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Effective communication and coordination skills.
• Proficiency with quality documentation systems and inspection reporting tools.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) – ASQ
• NICET Electrical Certification
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Construction Safety
• Electrical Journeyman License (preferred but not required)

Working Conditions

• Primarily field-based role on an active construction site.
• It requires walking construction areas, climbing ladders, and accessing elevated work locations. Possibly on scaffolding and requiring wearing harnesses.
• Use of PPE and adherence to site safety requirements required.