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Get Access To All JobsSchnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 700+ employees in 31 offices throughout the United States.
Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.
Benefit options include:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
- Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
- Long-term disability
- Supplemental life insurance
- 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
- Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
- Bonus program
- Paid time off
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Wellness program
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Job Description:
Schnabel Engineering is seeking a highly skilled Master Electrician or Electrical/I&C Inspector to join our distinguished team for a project located in Alexandria, VA. With a reputation for excellence built over a decade, Schnabel Engineering shapes the foundation of our urban infrastructure. The ideal candidate will play an essential role in our team, ensuring every project we undertake observes the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
Plant Upgrade Description:
Solids Upgrade Program: The SUP includes replacements to the thickening and dewatering equipment, gravity thickeners, and digestor heat exchangers and mixers. The Program will decommission a pasteurization system and install a new solids dryer facility. Future technologies, such as pyrolysis, may be piloted with operational support provided throughout the pilot's duration.
Preliminary and Primary Systems Upgrade Project: The PPSU Project plans to improve and rehabilitate the preliminary and primary processes located in two buildings and the Primary Settling Tanks (PSTs). The improvements in Building A include coarse screen upgrades, a third coarse screen, raw sewage pump upgrades, and raw sewage conduit rehabilitation. Building B improvements include fine screen upgrades, new screenings and grit conveyance, new truck loading technology, new grit washers, scum concentrator upgrades, and a mix of new vortex grit separators and stacked tray grit separators. Lastly, the improvements around the PSTs include primary sludge pump upgrades, refurbishment of the Primary Observation House, relocation of the existing walkway, repair of the PST effluent channel and control structures, and replacement of the PST influent baffles, slide gates, scum skimmers, and handrails.
Centrate Pretreatment Project: The CPT Project will upgrade the CPT system to a modernized continuous flow DEMON system. The work will include new flow-through baffles, parabolic screens, submersible pumps, wedge wire screens, instrumentation, and associated piping and cleaning.
Job Responsibilities:
Working under the direction of a Resident Engineer and supported by a Construction Engineer, our inspectors are the Owner’s day-to-day eyes and ears on the ground, responsible for verification and documentation of daily construction activities using Procore.
- Documentation includes preparing daily reports with job photos, reporting and documenting work progress, safety and quality observations.
- Reviewing maintenance of operations submittals and coordinating subsequent Plant Impact Requests with the Contractor and Plant operations.
- Working with all parties to mitigate plant and project risks and facilitate integrated planning.
Required Skills/Experience:
- 10+ years of experience in MV and LV electrical systems, process instrumentation and process controls for wastewater and/or industrial projects of similar scope and size, and/or
- Licensed master electrician skilled in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex electrical systems
- Ensure code compliance and team collaboration with design and contractor teams to solve issues, requiring expert knowledge and adherence to strict safety standards for facilities or construction projects. Experience in this capacity within active wastewater treatment facilities is highly preferred
- Certifications include licensed master electrician or certified electrical inspector (International Code Council E2 or International Association of Electrical Inspector Master CEI-M; plus, specialized Virginia Building Code Academy Commercial/Industrial training), and OSHA 30 trained
Other Requirements:
- Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening
The compensation range for this position is between $50/hour to $83/hour depending on experience. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.
Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 700+ employees in 31 offices throughout the United States.
Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.
Benefit options include:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
- Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
- Long-term disability
- Supplemental life insurance
- 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
- Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
- Bonus program
- Paid time off
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Wellness program
- Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Job Description:
Schnabel Engineering is seeking a highly skilled Master Electrician or Electrical/I&C Inspector to join our distinguished team for a project located in Alexandria, VA. With a reputation for excellence built over a decade, Schnabel Engineering shapes the foundation of our urban infrastructure. The ideal candidate will play an essential role in our team, ensuring every project we undertake observes the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
Plant Upgrade Description:
Solids Upgrade Program: The SUP includes replacements to the thickening and dewatering equipment, gravity thickeners, and digestor heat exchangers and mixers. The Program will decommission a pasteurization system and install a new solids dryer facility. Future technologies, such as pyrolysis, may be piloted with operational support provided throughout the pilot's duration.
Preliminary and Primary Systems Upgrade Project: The PPSU Project plans to improve and rehabilitate the preliminary and primary processes located in two buildings and the Primary Settling Tanks (PSTs). The improvements in Building A include coarse screen upgrades, a third coarse screen, raw sewage pump upgrades, and raw sewage conduit rehabilitation. Building B improvements include fine screen upgrades, new screenings and grit conveyance, new truck loading technology, new grit washers, scum concentrator upgrades, and a mix of new vortex grit separators and stacked tray grit separators. Lastly, the improvements around the PSTs include primary sludge pump upgrades, refurbishment of the Primary Observation House, relocation of the existing walkway, repair of the PST effluent channel and control structures, and replacement of the PST influent baffles, slide gates, scum skimmers, and handrails.
Centrate Pretreatment Project: The CPT Project will upgrade the CPT system to a modernized continuous flow DEMON system. The work will include new flow-through baffles, parabolic screens, submersible pumps, wedge wire screens, instrumentation, and associated piping and cleaning.
Job Responsibilities:
Working under the direction of a Resident Engineer and supported by a Construction Engineer, our inspectors are the Owner’s day-to-day eyes and ears on the ground, responsible for verification and documentation of daily construction activities using Procore.
- Documentation includes preparing daily reports with job photos, reporting and documenting work progress, safety and quality observations.
- Reviewing maintenance of operations submittals and coordinating subsequent Plant Impact Requests with the Contractor and Plant operations.
- Working with all parties to mitigate plant and project risks and facilitate integrated planning.
Required Skills/Experience:
- 10+ years of experience in MV and LV electrical systems, process instrumentation and process controls for wastewater and/or industrial projects of similar scope and size, and/or
- Licensed master electrician skilled in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex electrical systems
- Ensure code compliance and team collaboration with design and contractor teams to solve issues, requiring expert knowledge and adherence to strict safety standards for facilities or construction projects. Experience in this capacity within active wastewater treatment facilities is highly preferred
- Certifications include licensed master electrician or certified electrical inspector (International Code Council E2 or International Association of Electrical Inspector Master CEI-M; plus, specialized Virginia Building Code Academy Commercial/Industrial training), and OSHA 30 trained
Other Requirements:
- Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening
The compensation range for this position is between $50/hour to $83/hour depending on experience. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Electrical Inspector
Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires that an Electrical Inspector role demand at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Pull the O*NET profile for your occupation code and confirm the education benchmark aligns before applying to sponsoring employers.
Target engineering consultancies over municipal employers
Private engineering and inspection firms file H-1B petitions far more routinely than city or county agencies, which often restrict sponsorship due to procurement rules. Filter your search toward private-sector employers with active LCA filing histories.
Search LCA filing data on Migrate Mate
Pull verified DOL Labor Condition Application records by occupation code to see which employers have sponsored Electrical Inspector roles. This cuts out guesswork and focuses your applications on companies with a real H-1B filing track record.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your prevailing wage tier
DOL assigns prevailing wage levels by job zone and geography. Look up your metro area before offer negotiations so you can confirm the salary meets Level II or Level III thresholds, which affects both the LCA certification and your petition strength.
Clarify the I-129 specialty occupation argument with your employer
Electrical Inspector titles can attract USCIS Requests for Evidence if the job description leans toward trade-level work. Push your employer to frame duties around code analysis, engineering judgment, and plan review to support the specialty occupation finding.
Account for the October 1 start date in your offer timeline
Cap-subject H-1B petitions can't start before October 1 of the fiscal year. If you clear the lottery in April, you'll have a gap between approval and your authorized start date, so negotiate your employment start date accordingly.
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Find Electrical Inspector JobsElectrical Inspector H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Electrical Inspector role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the role. If the position requires interpreting the National Electrical Code, reviewing engineering drawings, and applying engineering judgment, USCIS is more likely to accept it as a specialty occupation. Roles framed around trade inspection or field compliance without a degree requirement are more vulnerable to an RFE. The job description and the actual duties determine the outcome, not the title alone.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Electrical Inspectors?
Private engineering consultancies, third-party inspection firms, and large utilities with in-house compliance teams file H-1B petitions for this role more often than public-sector employers. Municipal and county agencies frequently can't sponsor due to procurement and civil service constraints. Use Migrate Mate to search DOL Labor Condition Application records filtered by occupation code to find employers who have actually filed for this role type.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage apply to Electrical Inspector positions?
DOL assigns a wage level based on the complexity and supervision required for the role. An Electrical Inspector handling independent code interpretation and plan review typically falls at Level II or Level III in most metro areas. Your employer must certify the offered wage meets or exceeds that threshold in the LCA before USCIS will approve the petition. You can verify the applicable wage level for your location using the OFLC Wage Search tool.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Electrical Inspector employer if I change jobs?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer once the new I-129 petition is filed, without waiting for approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. The new employer must file a fresh LCA and I-129, and the specialty occupation documentation requirements apply again, so the role description at the new company matters.
Do international electrical certifications count toward H-1B specialty occupation requirements?
USCIS evaluates foreign credentials through a credential evaluation, not a certification-to-certification match. A three-year engineering or technical degree from outside the U.S. may be found equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree by a credentials evaluator, but a trade license or journeyman certification alone won't satisfy the specialty occupation standard. The degree equivalency determination is part of the I-129 filing package your employer submits.
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