Civil Electrical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Executive Engineer – BESS Construction Inspector – La Serena Residence – Coquimbo

Description

Position Summary: Supervise, inspect, and control the execution of civil, electrical, and installation works to ensure compliance with technical, contractual, and quality standards. Key Highlights: 1. Lead technical supervision on energy infrastructure projects. 2. Ensure technical quality and contractual compliance of projects. 3. Coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure project success. **Company Description** SGS is the world leader in inspection, verification, testing, and certification. Recognized globally as the foremost authority in quality and integrity, SGS employs over 93,000 people and operates a network of more than 2,600 offices and laboratories worldwide. **Job Description** Project Type: Stand-Alone BESS Location: La Serena, Coquimbo Estimated Duration: 5 months (June – October 2026) **Job Objective** Supervise, inspect, and control on-site the proper execution of civil, electrical, and installation works associated with the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), ensuring compliance with technical, contractual, quality, and basic safety standards, and validating physical progress for payment certifications. **Project Scope** The project involves construction of a stand-alone BESS system comprising: * + 14 lithium-ion battery containers (6.25 MWh each) + Total capacity: 16.4 MW / 82 MWh (5 hours) + 3 transformer substations with PCS inverters (112 units of 215 kW each) + Medium-voltage (23 kV) connection to Central Las Piedras Substation **Main Responsibilities** **Technical Supervision** * + Inspect proper execution of: * o Civil works (foundations, conduits, platforms) * o Electromechanical installation (containers, PCS, transformers) * o Medium- and low-voltage electrical installations * + Verify compliance with drawings, technical specifications, and applicable regulations. + Identify deviations and promptly raise technical observations. Progress Control and Payment Certifications * + Validate on-site physical progress of works. + Review and support contractor’s payment certifications. + Provide technical support for quantifying progress. Document Management * + Review personnel documentation on site monthly. + Control relevant technical documentation (protocols, reports, “as-built” drawings). + Submit periodic progress reports to the client. Coordination * + Coordinate with contractors, the client, and other project stakeholders. + Attend site meetings and progress reviews. Safety (Basic Level Expected) * Verify compliance with basic safety conditions: * Use of PPE * Site order and cleanliness * Raise deviations (does not act as a safety officer). **Key Responsibilities** * + Ensure technical quality of construction. + Validate progress for contractual and financial purposes. + Maintain full documentary traceability of the project. + Ensure minimum on-site safety standards are met. **Requirements** **Education** * Civil Electrical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Executive Engineer, or related degree. **Experience** * + Minimum 5 years’ experience in technical inspection of electrical projects. * Energy projects (preferably renewable) * Substations or medium-voltage systems * Desired: Experience in BESS or photovoltaic plants **Technical Knowledge** * + Power electrical systems (MV/LV) + Installation of electrical equipment (transformers, inverters, switchgear) + Chilean electrical regulations + Reading and interpretation of electrical and civil drawings + Quality control in construction works **Desired Qualifications** * + Experience with BESS systems + Knowledge of PCS and energy storage system integration + Proficiency in construction management software (Excel, Project, etc.) **Additional Information** **Job Conditions** * Full-time on-site presence (100%) * 5-day workweek with possibility of overtime **Competency Profile** * Strong technical judgment * Proactivity and autonomy on site