Career Path: Service
Organization: Cummins Inc.
Role Category: Hybrid
Job Type: Exempt - Experienced
ReqID: 2418194
DESCRIPTION
Cummins Inc., a global leader in power solutions, is seeking a licensed and experienced MASTER ELECTRICIAN to serve as an ELECTRICAL QUALITY ASSURANCE (QA) INSPECTOR . In this dynamic role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the safety, compliance, and quality of electrical installations across a variety of commercial and industrial environments—including generator systems, EV chargers, marine power, fuel cells, and loadbank testing.
Your day-to-day will involve reviewing electrical plans, pulling permits, conducting field inspections, and collaborating with project managers, technicians, and local officials to ensure all work meets NEC, NFPA 70e, and state-specific codes. A strong understanding of ATS switchgear and hands-on experience working with generators in the field is essential. This role requires excellent communication skills, as you’ll regularly engage with stakeholders at all levels, from field crews to permitting authorities. Candidates with commercial and industrial experience will be prioritized over those with primarily residential backgrounds. You’ll have the flexibility to use a personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement or a rental vehicle for travel, which is expected to be frequent. While personal tools are not required, you’re welcome to use them if preferred. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in the field, values safety and precision, and is passionate about driving quality in every aspect of electrical work. WASHINGTON AND OREGON WILL BE YOUR COVERAGE AREA FOR THIS ROLE.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current Master Electrician License in home state (required).
- Willingness to obtain licenses in reciprocal states.
- 7–10+ years of experience in electrical/mechanical work or construction management.
- Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70e, OSHA, and state electrical codes.
- Experience with commissioning, testing, and maintaining electrical systems.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
- EVITP certification preferred, but not required.
EDUCATION, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS:
- College, university, or equivalent degree required.
- This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
EXPERIENCE:
- Intermediate level of relevant work experience, including team leadership experience, required.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Primary duties include inspecting new electrical installations, reviewing plans, issuing/pulling permits, educating stakeholders, enforcing codes and standards, and maintaining compliance records. QA’s will also assist with driving electrical safety and in investigating incidents.
- Maintain and keep current Master Electrician license, equivalent master license, or other required licenses in QA’s home state as well as any reciprocal states as required by or requested by Cummins. Maintain proper hours of work and any associated continuing education credits.
- Hold or be willing to apply for a reciprocity electrical license for any applicable reciprocal states. Area of responsibility will include primary home state as well as reciprocal states.
- Act as qualification agent of Electrical systems, including medium (high) and low voltage power systems in a variety of environments:
- Generator Installations and Service
- EV Charger Installation and Service
- Loadbank Testing
- Marine Power Generation
- Hydrolyzers
- Fuel Cells
- Ensure that all electrical work performed by Cummins employees or subcontractors of Cummins complies with NEC and the electrical installation rules and laws of the State.
- Regularly travel and perform site visits for checklist review, perform JSO’s, electrical safety audits, and confirm that all work is being performed within compliance and safety rules.
- Ensure that all electrical labors, permits, and licenses required to perform electrical testing, installation, repair, or commissioning have been pulled, in place, and displayed accordingly. Review to ensure that Cummins or any Cummins subcontractors are adhering to all NEC and State electrical laws/regulations.
- Obtain electrical permits for all Cummins or jobsite activities from any State, city, and or local municipalities. Permits would be the responsibility of the QA and managed in both the QA’s home state as well as any reciprocity states. Permits may need be pulled/purchased in person.
- Work with the PEM/PM/Data Center and Start & Test teams to ensure the proper permitting has been obtained for upcoming work.
- Review design criteria, specification, drawings, equipment submittals, and other documentation to ensure it meets NEC/NFPA70e codes and qualifications.
- Qualification agent in some states may be responsible to keep technician trainee cards up to date. Hours for Cummins technicians to qualify for electrical tests will be monitored and submitted to the state by the agent will ensure the techs are renewing their trainee cards and completing the education courses to stay in compliance. If required by the State, make notes in job story that a QA inspection has been completed and/or attach a virtual screenshot of e-mail in Cummins operations systems.
- Maintain a working relationship with any State, City, or local municipality agencies as required.
- Maintain any State, City, or local or loadbanking requirements as required.
- Work with Electrical Safety Coordinators and participate in electrical safety meetings as required with all Power Generation Techs and Electric Vehicle Techs to ensure that all technicians are up to date on the latest regulations and requirements. Drive a collaborative and improved safety culture.
- Attend meetings as required, both virtual and in-person.
- Other duties as assigned or required for the position.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Hold a current State Master Electrical License for primary home State and hold or be willing to test for licensing in any applicable reciprocal states.
- 7-10+ years’ experience in electrical/mechanical work, related field, or Construction Management.
- Experience in the commissioning or maintaining of electrical and mechanical systems.
- Experience working with general contractors and other trades.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
- Knowledge of NFPA 70e, NEC, and OSHA regulations.
- Knowledgeable of State electrical code, general industry codes and standards as well as basic electrical construction, means and methods.
- EVITP certification preferred, but not required.
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