Intertek

Global testing, inspection, and certification provider

Electrical Inspector

Electrical EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeCologne, GermanyNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A certified electrician, electrical engineer, or equivalent qualification is required.
Proven experience in industrial or commercial electrical inspection is required.
Knowledge of applicable German and international electrical standards, such as VDE and IEC, is required.
Familiarity with inspection reporting and documentation standards is required.
Fluent German is required; basic English skills are preferred.
A valid driver's license and willingness to travel within NRW are required.
Registration as a freelancer in Germany, or willingness to register, is required.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections of electrical installations, equipment, and systems in accordance with national and international standards.
Conduct audits and prepare inspection reports based on findings.
Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements.
Liaise with clients and internal teams to coordinate inspection schedules.

Desired Qualifications

Basic English skills are preferred.

Electrical Inspector

Intertek · Cologne, Germany · Contract · Posted 2025-07-11

Workplace: on_site

Description

Are you an experienced Electrical Inspector looking for flexible, project-based work with a global leader in quality assurance? Intertek is seeking a freelance electrical professional to support inspection and testing services in NRW on an ad hoc basis.

Your Responsibilities:

Perform inspections of electrical installations, equipment, and systems in accordance with national and international standards
Conduct audits and prepare inspection reports based on findings
Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements
Liaise with clients and internal teams to coordinate inspection schedules

Your Profile:

Certified electrician, electrical engineer, or equivalent qualification
Proven experience in industrial or commercial electrical inspection
Knowledge of applicable German and international electrical standards (e.g. VDE, IEC)
Familiar with inspection reporting and documentation standards
Fluent in German; basic English skills preferred
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within NRW
Registered as a freelancer in Germany (or willing to register)

What We Offer:

Flexible, ad hoc project work suited to your availability
Competitive freelance rates
Opportunity to collaborate with a reputable international organization
Variety of inspection projects across different sectors

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About the Company

Intertek

Global testing, inspection, and certification provider

Intertek provides assurance, inspection, product testing, and certification services to a wide range of industries around the world. It helps clients assess their products and commodities to ensure they meet quality, safety, and performance standards. With a global network of laboratories and facilities, Intertek offers Total Quality Assurance (TQA) across the entire product lifecycle—from research and development to manufacturing and distribution. Revenue comes from fees for testing, inspection, and certification. What sets Intertek apart is its broad, end-to-end service offering and extensive geographic reach, enabling comprehensive risk management, quality control, and supply-chain solutions across many sectors. Its goal is to help customers improve product quality and safety while mitigating risks across their operations and supply chains.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded: 1885

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