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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Quality Inspector - **Company:** Powell Industries, Inc. - **Location:** Houston, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Computer Literacy, IEEE Standards Association, Oracle (Applications) - **Published:** September 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.houstonjobsite.com/job.asp?id=3392072934&tx=TT4744THV&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * High School Diploma or General Education Diploma. * Minimum 8 years of experience in the industrial electrical field and/or associate degree in electrical technology. * Minimum 3 years supervisory skills. * Advanced knowledge of electrical theory. * Proficient with the use of handheld test equipment such as multi meter, clamp-on meter, voltage detector, etc Skills, Abilities & Other Requirements * Ability to answer technical questions from shop, inspectors, and customers. * Ability to interact on a regular basis with shop, inspection, engineering, sales and shipping personnel. * Able to apply product knowledge and technical skills to aid in problem solving. * Basic computer skills using Oracle, Word, Excel and Access. * Knowledge of IEEE standards for Circuit Breakers, Switchgear, and Switches applicable to Powell equipment. * Knowledge of NEMA standards applicable to Powell equipment. * Knowledge of National Electric Code as applicable to Powell equipment. * Able to read and interpret electrical symbols, characters, and drawings. * Basic understanding of power system and relay applications as applied to products. * Ability to apply industry standards as applicable to job and product. * Innovative to improve existing products. * Knowledge of Standard First Aid and CPR. * Technical writing skills. * Must be proficient in the English language, both written and verbal., * Outdoor/Indoor construction/manufacturing environment primarily temperature controlled. Exposed to electrical, noise, cut hazards etc. * Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) (i.e., arc flash, safety shoes, hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection) as required. * Must be able to work on platform ladders and other elevated work surfaces at heights greater than four feet. Physical Requirements * Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs or step ladders * Must stand and place body in delicate positions for extended periods of time. * Required to use upper extremities frequently, work with both arms above and below shoulders and use both arms at full length frequently. * Must be able to meet physical lifting demand up to 50lbs. ## Description * To train their Inspection Crew in the Final Inspection and Test of Bus duct, Low and Medium voltage Motor Control, Low and Medium voltage Switchgear and PCR. * To train their Inspection Crew to perform these tests if necessary for Powell Customers and/or their representatives during witnessed customer inspections. * Inspect and test all equipment manufactured at Powell facilities. * Interface with shop, engineering, sales, customers and shipping. * Attend department safety and training meetings. * Attend pre-inspection meetings with sales and customers. * Assist in scheduling Customer Inspections. * Adhere to all company policies and safety rules. * Record shop discrepancies and shortages. * Record engineering discrepancies. * Check all test/inspection documentation completed by crew. * Check all shipping documentation completed by crew. * Check that all maintenance on assigned test equipment has been completed. * Review and turn in all inspection documentation. * Supervises Inspection crew and trains all inspectors. * Assist Inspection Supervisor in daily supervision of department. * Act as backup Inspection Supervisor in Inspection Supervisors absence. ## Related Videos - [Engineering/Manager Pendulum: Generating compound interest on your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100348-engineering-manager-pendulum-generating-compound-interest-on-your-career) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Blazing Accessibility Basics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/568-blazing-accessibility-basics) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [Top Characteristics of a Software Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/166-top-characteristics-of-a-software-engineer) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development)