Mechanical Inspector

Mechanical InspectorSGS is currently looking for Welding Inspectors in multiple locations throughout the USA. Work will be assigned on a as needed basis and will be paid for the hours/days and other applicable cost items for the hours/days spent on the assigned work. The work duration could be a day or several days or several weeks. The inspector will be required to sign an independent contractor agreement/sub-contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc.Scope of work:Responsible for inspecting, testing, and evaluating weld processes, welding, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, Expansion joints, and related equipment to ensure compliance with applicable codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.Verify compliance with ASME, API, NBIC, Federal, state & Local regulations.Quality document reviews including WPS / PQR, assessment of quality, and issue reports or recommendations for corrective actions to ensure the safety and structural integrity of welded componentsInspecting welds, reviewing welding procedures, and conducting visual and dimensional inspectionsExamining completed welds for size, quality, and conformance to standards.Perform in-service inspections, turnaround inspections, and risk-based inspections (RBI).Conduct visual inspections of welded joints, checking dimensions, penetration, and bead formation.Witness non-destructive testing (NDT) and interpret / verify results.Visual inspection on the quality of welding and mechanical projects.Prepare detailed reports documenting inspection results, including any issues found.Observing welders and preheating proceduresRecording inspection results and any non-conformitiesInvestigating Non-Conformities i.e. identifying causes and assisting in corrective actions.Ability to communicate effectively with welders, engineers, and other personnel.QualificationsAt least one of the following: AWS CWI, API 510, API 570Minimum of five (5) years industrial welding-related inspection experience. Two (2) of these years should be in Quality Assurance / vendor surveillance / shop inspectionsIndustrial experience in Oil & gas / Power & Utility / Construction / Manufacturing, etc..Experienced in inspecting welds on various manufactured products eg. pipelines, expansion joints, pressure vessels, heat exchangers and other equipmentExperienced in witnessing NDE test (UT, PT, MT, RT, etc..) and verifying test reports.Job LocationMultiple locations throughout the USA