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Requisition ID: 182533
Job Level: Mid Level
Home District/Group: TIC Power District
Department: Quality
Market: Power
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Based on our various projects throughout the United States, the Electrical Inspector supports the Project Quality Team with electrical inspections. The primary responsibility of the Electrical Inspector is to perform QA/QC inspections in the field to ensure end product quality meets the contract and specification requirements. The Electrical Quality Inspector will primarily have responsibility for inspections and tests pertaining to the electrical discipline.
The Electrical Quality Inspector will also perform other duties as directed by his/her supervisor to meet project quality requirements. To maximize his/her effectiveness, the Quality Inspector must develop a thorough understanding of the project scope and schedule as they relate to his/her specific assignment.
District Overview
TIC - The Industrial Company is a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation. TIC Power brings a wealth of experience across multiple contracting models. Throughout North America, we offer integrated EPC solutions for various markets including building and upgrading transmission and distribution, offshore wind, solar, hydrogen, energy storage, geothermal, natural gas generation, commercial nuclear and carbon management technologies.
Location
Our projects span diverse locations including Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, and Virginia, offering you the chance to work in varied environments and communities. Kiewit/TIC embraces flexibility and personal growth, tailoring project assignments and career development plans to align with your individual aspirations and expertise. This commitment ensures a fulfilling career path enriched by meaningful work assignments and extensive travel opportunities throughout key energy markets.
Responsibilities
- Listen to and takes appropriate action on client’s expressed concerns and observations.
- Provide open and honest communications to client representatives regarding the quality of work.
- Develop an understanding of project scope and quality requirements as they pertain to the electrical discipline.
- Study and understand the Project Quality Plan and other quality documents that pertain to assigned scope of work.
- Identify detailed quality requirements required by the contract specifications and applicable codes and standards.
- Coordinate with operations to schedule quality inspections and tests to maintain production goals.
- Perform inspections and tests for electrical at the required frequency in the assigned area.
- Ensure that required inspections and tests are performed by others as required.
- Prepare inspection/test reports and maintain the quality files related to area of responsibility.
- Verify inspection and test compliance with applicable contract documents, codes and standards.
- Correctly interpret and utilize codes and industry standards to determine compliance of the work.
- Maintain effective communications (both orally and written) with supervisor, coworkers and the project management team.
- Communicate test results to the project team with accurate and complete documentation.
- Understand electrical codes and standards as they apply to the assigned work.
- Organize quality documents and store per the company and project document management procedures.
- Identify and report nonconforming work in accordance with the company quality standards and the Project Quality Plan.
- Verify nonconforming work is properly corrected.
- Perform source and receiving inspection of permanent materials and plant equipment for project requirements as needed.
- Develop strong working relationship with supervisor, coworkers and the project management team.
- Be involved in and provide quality input to task planning meetings.
- Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost saving measures that arise or that may be encountered. Take corrective actions as needed.
- Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed.
- Listen to other employee's and supervisor's suggestions, complaints, problems, safety concerns and recommendations, evaluate each and then devise and implement a plan of action based on that evaluation.
- Observe functioning of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation or replacement.
- Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective actions to eliminate or minimize hazards.
- Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices. (i.e. back-up alarms, smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens)
- Understand and implement lockout/tagout procedures in safe manner.
- Be motivated and work productively.
- Perform all other job-related duties as requested by supervisor.
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in engineering technology or science plus two years of experience in a related construction field (at least one of these years in a QA/QC position); or a high school graduate or equivalent (GED) plus four years of experience in a related construction field (at least two of these years in a QA/QC position).
- Working knowledge of the specific trade of discipline you are assigned to with associated special processes, inspection, and testing techniques.
- Working knowledge of construction industry codes relating to your area of expertise (i.e. ASSHTO, ACI, AWS, ASME, NEC, etc.)
- Must be a self-starter, be organized and have good interpersonal skills.
- Be detail-oriented, flexible and highly motivated, and have a strong work ethic and professional demeanor.
- Effective time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Must be a team player but able to work independently, to meet intense deadlines, goals, and objectives.
- MSHA Site experience preferred (but not required).
- Certifications from AWS, ACI, ICBO, ASNT, NACE, API etc. may be required for certain positions.
- Ability to travel and relocate as needed.
Other Requirements:
- Regular, reliable attendance.
- Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
- Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
- Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
- Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
- May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
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Which energy companies in Kansas sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas?
Kansas energy employers with documented F-1 and H-1B visa sponsorship activity include Evergy (electric utility headquartered in Kansas City, KS), Koch Industries and its subsidiaries such as Flint Hills Resources, and pipeline operators active in the Hugoton natural gas field region. Mid-continent refining and wind energy developers in southwest Kansas have also filed Labor Condition Applications for engineering and data roles.
Which cities in Kansas have the most energy F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Wichita and the Kansas City metropolitan area (including Overland Park and Lenexa on the Kansas side) concentrate the largest share of energy employer sponsorship activity in the state. Wichita supports petroleum engineering and pipeline roles tied to mid-continent oil infrastructure, while the Kansas City corridor hosts corporate and data-focused positions at utilities and energy holding companies. Dodge City area employers occasionally recruit for wind energy operations roles.
What types of energy roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in Kansas?
Roles that qualify must fall under STEM-designated degree programs recognized by USCIS and the Department of Homeland Security. In Kansas energy hiring, this typically covers petroleum engineering, electrical and chemical engineering, environmental science, data analytics for grid or pipeline operations, and energy systems modeling. Positions requiring a bachelor's or higher in a STEM field and tied to a qualifying STEM degree classification are eligible, though employers must verify each role's designation through their DSO and STEM OPT extension process.
How do I find energy F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Kansas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and industry, so you can search for energy roles in Kansas that have documented F-1 STEM OPT or H-1B sponsorship history from employers. This removes the guesswork of identifying which companies are open to sponsorship. On Migrate Mate, you can narrow results to Kansas energy employers and review their Labor Condition Application filing records before applying, helping you focus your efforts on verified sponsors rather than cold-applying broadly.
Are there any Kansas-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in the energy sector?
Kansas energy employers in oil and gas extraction and pipeline operations tend to hire on project-based timelines tied to drilling seasons and infrastructure buildouts, which can affect when STEM OPT roles open. The state's growing wind energy sector in southwest Kansas is increasingly STEM-intensive, but some smaller rural operators may have less experience with STEM OPT authorization requirements. International students should confirm that their employer is enrolled in E-Verify, which is mandatory for STEM OPT extension eligibility regardless of employer size or sector.