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FST Technical Services is your global partner in the Semiconductor and Microelectronics Industry! Come join an awesome team in an exciting, fast paced, and ever-growing industry!
We are looking for an Electrical Inspector with Instrumentation and Controls experience to join our team in Taylor, TX!
Position Summary:
The Electrical Inspector (Instrumentation & Controls) is responsible for ensuring all electrical and I&C installations meet applicable codes, standards, design specifications, and client requirements. This role focuses on field inspection, testing, and quality assurance of power distribution systems, instrumentation devices, control panels, and associated systems during construction or commissioning phases.
Key Responsibilities:
Inspect and verify electrical installations including conduits, cables, grounding, panels, MCCs, and switchgear.
Review and inspect I&C systems including sensors, transmitters, control valves, PLCs, SCADA/DCS panels, and related control wiring.
Ensure compliance with NFPA, NEC, ISA, IEEE, and other applicable industry standards.
Monitor contractor work to ensure adherence to approved drawings, specifications, and quality plans.
Witness and document functional and loop checks, insulation resistance, megger testing, and continuity checks.
Review and verify redlines, as-builts, and instrumentation loop diagrams.
Assist in punch listing and close-out inspections for electrical and control systems.
Coordinate with commissioning teams to validate I/O, signal integration, and system readiness.
Prepare detailed inspection reports and maintain accurate field documentation.
Participate in QA/QC meetings and interface with project teams, clients, and vendors.
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required.
3+ years of experience as an electrical inspector, preferably in industrial or utility settings is ideal but will consider Journeyman level Electricians with strong I&C backgrounds.
Proven experience in instrumentation and control systems in construction or commissioning environments.
Strong knowledge of NEC, ISA standards, and electrical/instrumentation codes.
Experience with loop checks, functional testing, and control system verification.
Proficient with reading and interpreting single-line diagrams, loop diagrams, P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and control schematics.
Familiarity with QA/QC procedures and documentation practices.
Preferred Qualifications:
Electrical Inspector certification (e.g., ICC, IAEI) or Instrumentation Technician certification (e.g., ISA CCST, NICET).
OSHA 10/30 certification or equivalent safety training.
Experience with data center, power generation, water treatment, oil & gas, or pharmaceutical facilities.
Familiarity with control systems such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Honeywell, or Schneider Electric.
Soft Skills:
Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to field issues.
- All parties authorized to permanently work in the USA are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time. No third-party candidates considered for this position.
- Hourly pay range: $35 to $52 per hour depending on experience
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