Location
Rambilli Mandal, All IN Regions, India
Capabilities
Construction
Office Setup
Office/Onsite
Job ID
#41731
Market
Transportation
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Job Description – Senior Site Engineer - Electrical Inspection
Jacobs is a globally recognized leader in technical, professional and scientific services, partnering with clients to deliver some of the world’s most complex and transformative infrastructure and industrial projects. Our portfolio spans industrial, commercial and government sectors across diverse geographies worldwide. In India, Jacobs has built a strong PAN‑India presence with advanced engineering delivery centers in Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata, playing a key role in delivering nationally significant infrastructure, aviation, defence, marine and industrial projects.
About the opportunity
Location – Various Sites across India.
Inspector Electrical will be responsible for inspection, monitoring, and supervision of electrical works on a greenfield/ brownfield Project (Residential/ Industrial/ Transportation/ Aviation Sectors).
Inspect and monitor execution of electrical systems, including but not limited to:
Power distribution (LT/HT panels, transformers, switchgear)
Cable trays, conduits, cabling, earthing and lightning protection
Lighting systems (internal, external, roadway, aviation/industrial lighting)
Electrical equipment installation and termination
Backup power systems (DG sets, UPS – electrical scope)
Ensure electrical works are executed in compliance with:
Approved IFC drawings
Technical specifications
Method statements and Inspection Test Plans (ITPs)
Applicable Indian and international codes and standards
Conduct inspection of materials and workmanship, verify test results, and ensure quality compliance with relevant standards.
Monitor site progress and identify quality, safety, coordination, or schedule issues, reporting findings with recommendations for corrective actions.
Review contractor shop drawings, technical submittals, method statements, test reports related to electrical works and assist in certification of payments.
Witness and support electrical testing, pre‑commissioning, commissioning, and handover activities, including insulation resistance testing, continuity, functional testing, and energization support.
Coordinate with contractors, civil/ mechanical inspectors, consultants, and client representatives to ensure smooth interfacing of electrical works with other disciplines.
Maintain daily site inspection records, photographs, NCRs, punch lists, and progress inputs, and support preparation of weekly and monthly reports.
Ensure all electrical works are executed in compliance with project HSE requirements, including electrical safety practices, and report unsafe conditions or practices observed on site.
Review and advise approval for technical submittals, method statements, certification of payments.
Here's what you'll need
About You
Graduate in Electrical Engineering with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience or
Diploma in Electrical Engineering with 8 to 10 years of relevant experience.
Proven experience working on electrical execution and inspection for Residential/ Industrial/ Infrastructure/ Transportation/ Aviation projects.
Strong understanding of electrical construction practices, including power distribution, cabling, earthing, lighting, and electrical equipment installation.
Hands‑on experience in site inspections, material verification, workmanship checks, and quality documentation for electrical works.
Familiarity with relevant IS / IEC / IEEE / project‑specific electrical standards and codes.
Ability to read, interpret, and verify electrical drawings, specifications, method statements, and ITPs.
Exposure to electrical testing and commissioning activities is desirable.
Good communication and coordination skills to work effectively with contractors, engineers, QA/QC teams, and client representatives.
Detail‑oriented, safety‑conscious, disciplined, and comfortable working in active construction site environments, including remote or high‑risk locations.
Why Jacobs
At Jacobs we value people . Having the right balance of diversity, career and lifestyle enables us to consistently deliver and exceed clients’ expectations.
Working alongside industry leaders, you will have the opportunity to develop your career working on key projects in an environment which encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation. To support your professional growth, Jacobs flexible working arrangements, extended leave options and a host of social, health and wellbeing events and initiatives will underpin our commitment to you. At Jacobs it’s all about what you do, not where you are, which counts!
It’s a great time to join Jacobs. Achieve more with a global brand.
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At Jacobs we value people. Having the right balance of belonging, career and lifestyle enables us to consistently deliver and exceed clients’ expectations.
Working alongside industry leaders, you will have the opportunity to develop your career working on key projects in an environment which encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation. To support your professional growth, Jacobs flexible working arrangements, extended leave options and a host of social, health and wellbeing events and initiatives will underpin our commitment to you.
At Jacobs it’s all about what you do, not where you are, which counts!
Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
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