Industrial Power Systems Assessor

A WORLD LEADER IN TESTING, INSPECTION & CERTIFICATION SERVICES

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City: Remote 

State: Remote

Industrial Power Systems Inspector

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Power Systems Inspector to perform in-depth evaluations of electrical infrastructure in commercial, industrial, and mission-critical facilities. This role is dedicated to industrial power system assessments, electrical building inspections, safety evaluations, and compliance verification in alignment with NEC, NFPA 70B/70E, OSHA, and client-specific standards.

As the on-site technical expert, you will assess the condition, code compliance, and reliability of industrial and mission-critical electrical power systems ranging from service entrances and switchgear to backup generators, UPS systems, battery technologies, and distribution equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Industrial Power System Inspections & Assessments

• Review and interpret electrical one-lines, schematics, and as-built drawings to verify field accuracy.

Safety, Compliance & Standards

• Verify adherence to NFPA (including 70B and 70E), NEC, OSHA, IEEE, and client-specific safety standards.
• Perform arc flash safety assessments, arc flash hazard and study reviews, and compliance inspections.

Preventive Maintenance & Reliability

• Perform visual inspections and infrared thermography (where applicable) to identify hot spots, loose connections, or load imbalances.
• Conduct operational checks on UPS systems and battery banks, reviewing maintenance logs and runtime conditions.
• Benchmark maintenance practices against NFPA 70B recommended guidelines.

Client Communication & Reporting

• Deliver clear, detailed written reports with photographic documentation, highlighting deficiencies, risks, and corrective actions.
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor, explaining findings in accessible, actionable terms.

Qualifications

• Licensed Master Electrician or Journeyman strongly preferred; Electrical Engineering degree with 2–3 years of experience also considered.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial or commercial electrical power systems installation, testing, inspection, or maintenance.
• Military electrical background highly desirable – especially those with experience in industrial power distribution, generators, mission-critical systems, or electrical safety programs..
• NFPA – Certified Electrical Inspector (CEI) (highly desirable).
• Strong knowledge of NFPA, NEC, OSHA, IEEE, and electrical safety compliance standards.
• Skilled at interpreting electrical drawings, one-lines, and technical schematics.
• Experience working in mission-critical environments (data centers, hospitals, utilities, warehouses, military installations) strongly valued.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• • Valid driver's license required with no significant MVA points/violations (clean driving record).
  • Licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician with hands-on installation and inspection experience.
  • Background as Electrical Foreman, General Contractor, or Facility Electrician in industrial/commercial environments.

Language Ability: Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and standard operating procedures. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, peers, and technical field staff.

Reasoning Ability:  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. 

Technology Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in operating a computer, having knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, and project management software, to include Quire and AssetCalc, Microsoft Suite and business specific software and other project specific applications. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to operate an electronic tablet in the field for live data collection.

Knowledge, Skills, and Other Abilities:

• Understanding of construction materials and methods, environmental concerns, cost estimating, and the industry standards.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders within the organization and business units.
• Time management skills
• Active listening skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Problem solving skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to motivate, develop, and direct people
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Ability to successfully work from remote location.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job.
• Must have a cell phone and supply your own internet service.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the onsite/field duties, the employee is required to:

• Walk (material part of an 8-hour workday, up to 3 to 4 continuous hours at one time.)
• Stand (material part of an 8-hour workday, up to 3 to 4 continuous hours at one time.)
• Sit, Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to observe basement and grade-level crawl spaces, and/or to read equipment data plates when necessary, and/or measurements (at least once for each building assessed)
• Climb and balance Stairs (at least once for each building assessed)
• Climb and balance various types of ladders to access flat roofs/hatch access (at least once for each building assessed) (not applicable during ADA Assessments or Environmental Site Assessments)
• Repetitive use of hands/fingers for keyboard interaction (frequently)
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear (communicate with onsite contact)
• Vision (close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus)
• Lift and or move (occasionally up to 40 pounds) (not applicable during ADA Assessments)
• Operate an electronic tablet in the field for live data collection.
• Operate a computer (up to 100% of workweek)
• Operating a motor vehicle
• Travel by Plane, Motor Vehicle, Train to client sites across the U.S. 
• Work Environment: The employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions, moving mechanical components and assemblies, frequently exposed to work near energized electrical components and assemblies. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold, extreme heat, inclement weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level at the project site is usually moderate.

While performing the office/offsite duties of this job: 

The employee is regularly required to use hands. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the home or company office environment is usually quiet.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Why Join Us?

This role offers a unique opportunity to apply deep electrical expertise to industrial power system and building assessment projects that impact safety, compliance, and long-term facility reliability. You will work on diverse, high-profile facilities, contribute to risk mitigation strategies, and provide clients with critical insights that influence operational decisions.

If you are passionate about industrial power systems, electrical inspections, and ensuring the safety and reliability of complex facilities, this is a career where your expertise makes a measurable impact.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000+ depending on certifications and experience

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

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We are happy to assist you and encourage you to consider Bureau Veritas for your next great career opportunity!

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