Manifest Solutions is currently seeking a UAS Image Inspector for a position in Gahanna, OH.
- Review high-resolution drone imagery and video of transmission and distribution infrastructure.
- Analyze visual and thermal/infrared imagery to identify potential equipment abnormalities and reliability concerns.
- Inspect imagery of:
- Distribution poles
- Transmission structures
- Crossarms
- Conductors
- Insulators
- Transformers
- Switches
- Connectors
- Protection equipment
- Overhead lines
- Other transmission and distribution assets
- Identify and document conditions including:
- Equipment damage
- Deterioration and corrosion
- Cracked or damaged insulators
- Pole and crossarm defects
- Conductor abnormalities
- Loose or damaged hardware
- Vegetation encroachment
- Thermal anomalies/hot spots
- Burn marks or evidence of overheating
- Equipment displacement
- Other conditions that could contribute to equipment failure or service interruption
- Review thermal imagery to identify abnormal temperature patterns associated with electrical connections and equipment.
- Compare imagery against established inspection criteria and asset-condition standards.
- Record inspection findings within applicable asset management, GIS or inspection-management systems.
- Associate identified defects with the appropriate utility asset and location.
- Assign or document the appropriate condition/severity classification for identified issues.
- Prepare inspection reports and supporting documentation for engineering and maintenance personnel.
- Escalate critical or potentially hazardous conditions for immediate review.
- Review historical imagery when available to identify changes in asset condition over time.
- Work with engineering and field personnel to clarify inspection findings and determine appropriate follow-up.
- Maintain accurate inspection records and ensure data quality and completeness.
- Assist with quality control of automated/computer-vision inspection results.
- Review AI-generated defect detections and validate whether identified conditions represent actual equipment issues.
- Support the continued development of drone-based inspection and asset reliability programs.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience performing inspections, quality control, technical analysis, asset assessment or similar work.
- Strong visual observation and attention to detail.
- Ability to analyze large volumes of photographic or visual information.
- Strong computer skills and ability to learn specialized inspection software.
- Ability to accurately document technical findings.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with electric utility transmission or distribution infrastructure.
- Experience reviewing aerial imagery, drone imagery, satellite imagery or technical photography.
- Experience with thermal/infrared imagery.
- Experience with GIS/GPS systems.
- Experience with utility asset management systems.
- Knowledge of electrical distribution or transmission equipment.
- Experience with infrastructure inspection programs.
- Experience with quality assurance/quality control.
- Experience working with AI/computer-vision inspection systems.
- Familiarity with Skydio, InFlightAI or similar aerial inspection platforms.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in one of the following preferred:
- Electrical Engineering Technology
- Engineering
- GIS/Geospatial Technology
- Environmental Science
- Aviation/UAS
- Engineering Technology
- Asset Management
- Other related technical discipline