Electrical Engineering Technician / QA
Location: Project Site/Edinburg TX
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Position Summary
The Electrical Engineering Technician/QA provides technical support during construction through review
of electrical designs, contractor submittals, shop drawings, and installation activities. The selected
individual will work closely with project stakeholders to ensure electrical systems are installed in
accordance with approved documents and project requirements.
The role combines aspects of a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, and Quality Assurance Inspector.
Primary Responsibilities
Technical Review
● Review electrical drawings and specifications for constructability and coordination.
● Evaluate contractor submittals, shop drawings, product data, calculations, and equipment
packages.
● Review Requests for Information and provide technical recommendations.
● Assess proposed equipment substitutions for compliance.
● Review testing and commissioning procedures.
Construction Support
● Participate in design coordination meetings.
● Support installation planning activities.
● Monitor contractor compliance with approved submittals.
● Assist with startup and energization planning.
Quality Assurance
● Conduct periodic field inspections of electrical installations.
● Verify installation of conduit systems, cable trays, switchgear, transformers, motors, controls, and
instrumentation.
● Review contractor testing documentation.
● Track deficiencies and support closeout inspections.
Minimum Qualifications
● Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
● Minimum five years of experience supporting industrial, utility, manufacturing, federal, or heavy
commercial construction projects.
● Experience reviewing electrical equipment submittals and technical documentation.
● Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 70E, IEEE standards, medium-voltage distribution systems, motor
control centers, and industrial control systems.
Nice To Have
● EIT Certification
● OSHA 30
● USACE CQM Certification
● Experience supporting hydropower, utility, or mission-critical facilities