High Voltage Substation Inspector

WSP is seeking a High Voltage Substation Inspector for their Power Constructors, Inc. (PCI) sector in Seattle, Washington. This role involves inspecting construction projects, ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in transmission line work, foundations, and stringing of conductors.

Job Description The High Voltage Substation Inspector will provide inspection support to engineers and project managers, ensuring construction compliance with plans, specifications, contract documents, and codified requirements. Responsibilities include performing field inspections on moderate-scale construction projects, examining and evaluating the placement of concrete, installation of underground pipelines, earthwork, and electrical installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data from physical work sites, surveys, and technical drawings
• Use survey instruments and test equipment to perform inspections on projects of moderate complexity
• Provide technical assistance and guidance on proper inspection, construction, and functioning of buildings and infrastructure
• Act as a consultant on work progress and problem resolution
• Verify load calculations, change orders, and interpretation of contract plans and specifications
• Monitor project phasing plans and contractors' work to ensure quality control and contract compliance
• Write technical reports summarizing inspection findings and conclusions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a closely related discipline is preferred
• Knowledge of transmission line work, foundations, and stringing of conductors, and transmission substations and facilities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work up to 12-hour days, 5-6 days a week
• Willingness to travel and stay for a minimum of 6 weeks at a time
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
• Physical demands include lifting 50 lbs, walking 3-5 miles per day across rough terrain, and stepping in and out of a 3/4-ton pickup truck