Title:
Quality Inspector - Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) (LNG Project)
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KBR is looking for a Quality Inspector - Instrumentation & Electrical (I&E) to support a major LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) project. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, monitoring, and verifying all electrical, instrumentation, control system, and telecommunications installation activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, applicable codes and standards, and quality management requirements.
The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience performing quality inspections on large LNG, petrochemical, refinery, gas processing, power generation, or other major industrial construction projects and have a strong understanding of electrical and instrumentation installation, testing, and commissioning requirements.
Functional job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Perform quality inspections of electrical and instrumentation installation activities throughout construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases.
Verify work is executed in accordance with project specifications, approved procedures, drawings, codes, standards, and client requirements.
Inspect and monitor installation of:
Medium- and low-voltage electrical systems
Switchgear and substations
Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
Power distribution systems
Instrument tubing and impulse lines
Process instrumentation and analyzers
Control valves and field devices
Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD)
Fire and Gas Detection Systems
Fiber optic and telecommunications systems
Cable trays, conduit, and cable installations
Conduct inspections for cable pulling, termination, grounding, bonding, and equipment installation.
Verify calibration, loop checks, function testing, and system validation activities.
Witness and document electrical and instrumentation testing activities.
Ensure Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) are properly implemented and documented.
Review inspection reports, test records, turnover packages, and quality documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Identify non-conforming work and initiate Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) when required.
Support corrective action and resolution of quality deficiencies.
Work closely with construction, engineering, commissioning, and client representatives to resolve inspection-related issues.
Participate in quality audits, walkdowns, punch-list activities, and turnover inspections.
Maintain accurate and timely quality records in accordance with project requirements.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure all inspection activities are performed in compliance with project HSE requirements.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent industry experience in Electrical, Instrumentation, Electronics, or a related field OR equivalent construction experience.
Minimum 5 years of quality inspection experience on LNG, petrochemical, refinery, gas processing, power generation, or other major industrial projects.
Strong knowledge of:
Electrical and instrumentation installation practices
Instrument calibration and loop testing
Cable installation and termination standards
DCS, PLC, and control system installations
Hazardous area installation requirements
Mechanical completion and turnover processes
Commissioning and startup support activities
Working knowledge of:
NEC (National Electrical Code)
NFPA requirements
ISA standards
IEEE standards
IEC standards
Ability to read and interpret:
P&IDs
Loop drawings
Wiring diagrams
Single-line diagrams
Hook-up drawings
Electrical schematics
Instrument data sheets
Experience preparing detailed inspection reports and quality documentation.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality excellence.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Direct LNG project experience strongly preferred.
API, NICET, ISA, NETA, or other industry-recognized certifications.
Experience with Honeywell, Emerson DeltaV, Yokogawa, ABB, Siemens, or similar control systems.
Experience supporting commissioning, startup, and system turnover activities.
Familiarity with electronic quality management and turnover systems.
Previous experience working within EPC, EPCM, or owner-led project organizations.
Decarbonization - Energy Transition - Sustainability
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