Electrical Inspector

About the Company

TÜV Rheinland Middle East is part of TÜV Rheinland Group, an international provider of independent testing, inspection, and certification solutions. The Middle East business has been active since 2007, building its presence in the United Arab Emirates and expanding to serve multiple industries. The organization focuses on professionalism, customer needs, safe and dependable outcomes, and long-term client partnerships that help protect brands.

Role Overview

This position is for an Electrical Inspector who will carry out inspection services to confirm that EPC work, contractor activities, subcontractor work, and vendor-supplied materials comply with contract requirements across the project lifecycle.

Key Duties

• Carry out hold, witness, and surveillance inspections and tests at factories or project sites to verify compliance with Saudi Aramco requirements and project specifications.
• Examine materials and equipment to confirm they are properly handled, stored, and protected at Saudi Aramco facilities and construction locations.
• Track contractor quality systems, records, and quality staff to ensure they meet required standards.
• Assess contractor quality documentation submissions.
• Observe material and installation testing performed on-site and off-site to ensure they align with Saudi Aramco standards.
• Document disputed or non-compliant construction activities, materials, and equipment accurately and clearly, and escalate potential issues early to the supervisor.
• Prepare inspection reports and issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), Worksheets (WSs), and Equipment Deficiency Reports (EDRs) when needed.

Requirements

Applicants should have a B.S. degree in Engineering in a relevant inspection discipline with at least 4 years of related inspection experience, or a 2-year industrial/technical college diploma with a minimum of 8 years of relevant inspection experience. The resume should show practical knowledge of the National Electric Code/NFPA 70, IEC, or similar standards, along with experience in electrical installations, materials, methods, specifications, and hazardous area identification for the oil and gas or petrochemical sector. Relevant certifications such as NCPCCI, NFPA 70 Certified, or an equivalent credential are required. Experience on pipeline, petrochemical, refinery, or oil and gas construction projects is considered an advantage. Saudi Aramco approval is preferred but not mandatory.

Benefits

• Company car and fuel support
• Medical insurance
• Annual vacation
• Flight ticket allowance
• Single-status arrangement
• Opportunity to work with the PID division of Saudi Aramco

Project Details

The role supports prestigious Saudi Aramco projects under the Project Inspection Department. It is connected to the QMIS - Saudi Aramco Quality Management Inspection Service program. The work is based within Saudi Arabia at Saudi Aramco project sites, and the exact site will be confirmed after selection.

Additional Information

The company is looking for highly qualified professionals with prior experience in construction for oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery, and pipeline projects, including new-build oil and gas work.