Electrical Inspector (SEC Approved) Bureau Veritas Middle East Region

Purpose of Position

• Responsible for conducting vendor/shop inspections and witnessing tests for electrical equipment in compliance with Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) standards, project specifications, and international standards.

• The position performs in line with the Bureau Veritas Quality Assurance System, including the BV Code of Ethics and the BV Group policy.

Major Responsibilities

• Perform vendor/shop inspections for electrical equipment including transformers, switchgear, GIS, MV/LV panels, cables, protection relays, meters, breakers, and related power system components.

• Review and verify compliance with SEC standards, project specifications, ITPs, QCPs, drawings, and data sheets.

• Witness FAT (Factory Acceptance Tests), routine tests, type tests, and shop testing activities.

• Identify and report non-conformities (NCRs) and ensure corrective actions are properly implemented.

• Ensure adherence to SEC technical requirements and applicable IEC/IEEE standards.

• Prepare detailed inspection reports and submit them within agreed timelines.

• Coordinate with vendors, clients, QA/QC teams, and project stakeholders.

• Monitor manufacturing progress and verify release for shipment.

• Support project teams during technical clarifications and inspections.

Qualification and Experience

• Minimum 5+ years (Degree) or 8+ years (Diploma) of inspection experience in Power & Utility (P&U) and Electrical T&D equipment manufacturing.

• Strong background in shop/vendor inspections for electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, GIS, MV/LV panels, cables, protection relays, meters, breakers, and power system components

• Must have valid Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) approval for vendor inspection in the required categories (equipment specific approvals as applicable).

• Proven experience reviewing SEC standards, project specifications, ITPs, QCPs, FAT procedures, drawings, and data sheets.

• Experience working in vendor shops/OEM facilities and power equipment manufacturing plants.