Electrical/Instrumentation and Control Inspector

$110,000 - $164,000/Yr

Carollo Engineers - Walnut Creek, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Walnut Creek, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Carollo Engineers is seeking an Electrical/Instrumentation and Control Inspector to manage an increased workload of electrical and I&C specialty projects in the water and wastewater industry. This role involves inspecting construction contracts, reviewing plans, coordinating site inspections, and ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards. The position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on meaningful work in environmental engineering.

Responsibilities

• Inspects construction contracts related to water and wastewater facilities.
• Reviews contract plans and specifications for constructability, noting errors, omissions, and potential problem areas.
• Schedules, plans, coordinates, and completes site inspections.
• Coordinates construction-related system outages with client facilities.
• Prepares complete inspection reports and maintains a daily log.
• Maintains complete project files including a project photo file.
• Keeps detailed records of construction progress, changed conditions, and as-built drawings.
• Prepares monthly estimates of the quantity of construction completed.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with contractors, consultants, and owners.
• Provides assistance and verifies alternate methods of construction to meet the intent of each related code.
• Assists architects, engineers, and contractors concerning electrical issues and designs.
• Reviews assigned construction plans and engineering calculations for electrical systems to ensure compliance with all applicable codes.
• Provides interpretation and recommendations to ensure compliance with the intent of each code.
• Explains and clarifies code-related problems with contractor field personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years' experience of responsible field inspection.
• 5-10 years of related experience on field projects.
• Formal certification from an independent organization, depending on type of inspection assignment.
• Completion of OSHA 10-hour safety course and other construction training.
• In-depth knowledge of standard construction specifications, codes, and special standards, methods, materials, and equipment used in construction, preferably of water and wastewater facilities.
• In-depth understanding of OSHA Construction Safety Orders.
• Ability to keep neat, accurate, and concise records.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong computer and internet skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working as an electrician and/or instrumentation and controls technician.
• 4-year college degree or equivalent.
• Experience with inspections at wastewater or water treatment plants.

Benefits

• Travel reimbursement
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Referral program