Independent Contractor - Electrical Safety Consultant (Arc Flash / NFPA 70E)

Posting

To be considered as an Independent Contractor, individuals must:

• Operate as an independent safety consulting business (e.g., sole proprietor, incorporated entity, or equivalent)
• Provide services to multiple clients and maintain a non-exclusive consulting practice
• Supply their own tools, methodologies, instructional materials, and business processes necessary to deliver services
• Be responsible for all taxes, insurance, and business-related expenses
• Provide their own computer, equipment, and tools necessary to perform services
• Maintain appropriate professional liability coverage, as required under the contractual agreement

Travel requirements vary based on client engagements, audit needs, and training delivery, and are defined by project or statement of work.

Type of Services Requested

• Perform arc flash assessment studies and supporting electrical system evaluations across a variety of industries
• Manage assigned projects from kickoff through completion, including coordination with customers
• Conduct on-site electrical system walkdowns, documenting:
  • Equipment configurations
  • Conductor lengths and ampacities
  • Overcurrent protective devices
• Review field data and existing documentation to support study development and project scope
• Perform arc flash, short circuit, and coordination studies (with focus on interpretation and application of results)
• Conduct arc flash hazard analysis, labeling, and compliance reviews
• Deliver practical, hands-on NFPA 70E / arc flash training to client personnel
• Perform electrical safety audits and gap analyses, including report creation and communication of findings
• Identify electrical code and safety compliance issues (NEC/NFPA based)
• Develop arc flash deliverables including:
  • Arc flash labels
  • Single-line diagrams
  • Recommendations to reduce incident energy and improve worker safety
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) supporting internal teams and client engagements

Qualifications

• Master Electrician license strongly preferred
• Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP) desired
• PE certification considered but not required

• Strong hands-on electrical field experience in commercial or industrial environments
• Must be able to independently complete arc flash assessment studies from data collection through final deliverables
• Practical experience applying NFPA 70E requirements in real-world settings
• Experience conducting electrical system assessments, troubleshooting, installation, or maintenance
• Experience working directly with clients in field, consulting, or project-based environments
• Ability to translate technical requirements into clear, actionable safety guidance