Inspection Specialist

Job Objective:
Independently lead mechanical integrity inspections and manage inspection schedules across multiple facility assets. Ensure regulatory compliance and coordinate closely with operations and engineering teams.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Independently perform and/or supervise scheduled API 570/653 and NDT (UTT/MT/PT) inspections.
• Develop and manage annual inspection schedules using PCMS or equivalent tools and communicate priorities with Operations.
• Review inspection results, determine necessary re-inspection intervals, and define repair criteria in accordance with applicable codes.
• Issue and track deficiency reports, working with field teams to ensure close-out within compliance windows.
• Review and archive fabrication and repair documentation, ensuring traceability and quality requirements are met, and perform code-required inspections during the fabrication/repair process.
• Coordinate NDE contractors and validate personnel and procedure certifications.
• Act as field POC during TARs or major maintenance activities, providing shift-based inspection coverage as needed.
• Collaborate with Engineering to ensure repair activities align with mechanical integrity and code requirements
• Upload inspection results and supporting documents to PCMS and verify database accuracy.

Other Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate commitment to company core values - Integrity, Ownership, Urgency, Alignment, and Innovation - in all daily responsibilities and interactions.
• Actively support and contribute to the company's mission and vision through reliable, high-quality work

Requirements:

• 5-7 years of direct inspection or integrity engineering experience in oil & gas.
• API 653 & 570 certification required; working toward or holding API 510 is preferred.
• Solid understanding of applicable codes, standards, and regulatory compliance (DOT, PHMSA, OSHA).
• Experience managing inspection scopes and documenting results using MI software (PCMS preferred).
• Ability to review WPS/PQR/WPQ documentation, and interpret P&IDs, construction drawings and piping isometrics.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks and resolve mid-level field challenges independently.
• Strong organizational skills for managing inspection schedules, documentation, and reporting.
• Effective communication with multi-disciplinary teams (engineering, operations, contractors).
• Comfortable performing inspections in high-consequence environments.

Education Requirements, Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations:

• Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent.
• Possess the related API certifications (570/653).
• Possess NDT certifications (MT/PT/UTT) or be able to obtain immediately if the applicant has some of the required NDT certifications.