Electrical Construction Inspector

でんきこうじけんさいん

Industry & Occupation

Architecture, Civil Engineering & Facilities

Classification

Summary

Specialist who inspects and checks whether the installation or construction of electrical equipment complies with laws and standards to ensure safety.

Description

Electrical construction inspectors confirm whether electrical equipment construction complies with laws and standards such as the Electricity Business Act and Electrical Equipment Technical Standards. They conduct drawing reviews before construction, various measurement tests during and after construction (insulation resistance, ground resistance, current/voltage measurements, etc.), and compile inspection results into reports. They collaborate with construction supervisors, designers, and supervising government agencies, issue corrective instructions as necessary, and work to maintain safety and quality.

Future Outlook

Demand is expected to remain stable due to legal amendments and stricter safety standards. Advances in non-destructive testing technology and ICT introduction are progressing, and collaboration with robot inspections is anticipated in the future.

Personality Traits

Cautious / Excellent observation skills / Strong sense of responsibility

Work Style

Business Trips / Construction / Day Shifts / In-house Maintenance / On-site Work

Career Path

Site Worker → Electrical Construction Inspector → Chief Inspector → Quality Management Manager → Facility Management Manager

Required Skills

Drawing Reading Ability / Electrical Equipment Regulations Knowledge / Measurement Instrument Operation / Safety Management Knowledge

Recommended Skills

Construction Management Software / English Technical Document Reading / ICT Utilization / Quality Control Methods (QC)

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Analytical & Logical Thinking To appropriately interpret drawings and regulations and accurately point out abnormal areas.
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Because small dimensional errors or deviations from standards can lead to serious dangers.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Creativity & Ideation Mainly work based on standards, so creativity is not particularly required.

Related Qualifications

  • Electrical Construction Management Technician
  • First-Class Electrician
  • Second-Class Electrician

Aliases

  • Electrical Equipment Inspector
  • Electrical Inspector

Related Jobs

  • Electrical Engineer
  • Electrician
  • Equipment Maintenance Engineer

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