Electrical Inspector – Switchgear & MCC

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Inspector specialized in switchgear and Motor Control Centre (MCC) systems for projects in the oil & gas and petrochemical sectors. The role involves overseeing factory and site acceptance testing, verifying installations, and ensuring compliance with international standards.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect and verify FAT and SAT of LV and MV switchgear panels and MCC assemblies.
• Witness and validate installation, alignment, and commissioning activities.
• Conduct functional testing of motor feeders, interlocks, control wiring, and emergency stop functions.
• Verify Arc Flash labeling, IP ratings, and area classification requirements.
• Document findings and provide QA/QC reports for O&G construction projects.

Required profile

• B.E. in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience inspecting switchgear and MCC equipment in refineries or petrochemical plants.
• Strong knowledge of IEC standards applicable to switchgear and MCC (IEC 62271, IEC 60439, IEC 61439).
• Hands‑on experience with motor starter types, including DOL, star‑delta, soft starter, and VFD.
• Proven experience in O&G project construction, QA/QC, and commissioning.

Required skills

• IEC 62271, IEC 60439, IEC 61439 standards.
• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) procedures.
• LV and MV switchgear inspection.
• MCC assembly verification.
• Motor starter technologies (DOL, star‑delta, soft starter, VFD).
• Arc Flash labeling and IP rating verification.
• Area classification compliance.