**Role & seniority: ** Experienced Fire & Gas QA/QC Inspector (5+ years experience); contract/part-time

**Stack/tools: **

QA/QC inspection and documentation review (POs, drawings, datasheets, specs, BOMs, ITPs)
Inspection/testing records review (test certificates, calibration records, quality dossiers)
Standards: NFPA 72, IEC 60079, IECEx, ATEX
(May include manufacturer-specific inspection/functional check procedures)
Top 3 responsibilities:
- Conduct vendor/source/final/FAT/pre-shipment inspections of Fire & Gas equipment
- Perform visual/dimensional/nameplate/workmanship/traceability/calibration/functional checks for detectors and alarm/F&G control systems
- Verify hazardous-area/Ex documentation, identify nonconformities, issue inspection reports, and track corrective actions
Must-have skills:
- Proven Fire & Gas QA/QC inspection experience in energy/industrial sector
- Technical knowledge of gas/flame/smoke/heat detectors, manual call points, alarm devices, F&G control equipment
- Strong English communication and technical reporting
- Ability to interpret hazardous-area (Ex-rated) documentation and QA/QC requirements
Nice-to-haves:
- QA/QC, Instrumentation/Electrical/Vendor Inspector certification; NACE/CSWIP/ASNT/IECEx or similar
- Manufacturer-specific Fire & Gas training/certification
- Industry experience: **oil & gas, refinery/petrochemical, L

Full Description

We are seeking an experienced Fire & Gas QA/QC Inspector to inspect and verify Fire & Gas equipment for energy and industrial projects.

Responsibilities

Conduct vendor, source, final, FAT, and pre-shipment inspections. Inspect gas, flame, smoke, and heat detectors, manual call points, alarm devices, and F&G control equipment. Review purchase orders, drawings, datasheets, specifications, BOMs, and ITPs. Perform visual, dimensional, nameplate, workmanship, traceability, calibration, and functional checks. Verify hazardous-area and Ex-rated equipment documentation. Review test certificates, calibration records, and quality dossiers. Identify and report nonconformities, prepare inspection reports, and follow up on corrective actions. Coordinate with vendors, clients, engineering teams, and QA/QC personnel.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of QA/QC inspection experience in the energy or industrial sector. Proven Fire & Gas inspection experience. Knowledge of gas and flame detectors, alarm systems, and F&G control equipment. Familiarity with NFPA 72, IEC 60079, IECEx, ATEX, and project requirements. Experience with hazardous-area equipment is preferred. Good English communication and technical reporting skills. Engineering degree or technical diploma in Instrumentation, Electrical, Electronics, or a related field preferred.

Preferred Certifications

QA/QC, Instrumentation, Electrical, or Vendor Inspector certification. NACE, CSWIP, ASNT, IECEx, or other relevant certification. Manufacturer-specific Fire & Gas training or certification.

Preferred Industry Experience

Oil & Gas, refinery, petrochemical, LNG, power generation, renewable energy, EPC, fabrication, or other industrial projects.

Job Type: Part Time | 1099 Contractor

Project Duration: TBD

Note: This is a 1099 contract role – project duration may vary based on client needs

Shift Hours: CURRENT PROJECT: regular day shift.

Note: As a 1099 contractor, project schedules may vary depending on site availability

Location: Must be able to travel around San Jose, CA and nearby areas

Freelance Quality Engineer San Jose CA / Type of contract 1099 CASASE2

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