Project Quality Inspector B - 2nd Shift

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Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

This position is accountable for performing and documenting various Quality inspections of Oil & Gas process equipment, including structural and piping welding NDE (non-destructive

examination), industrial coatings characterization, material receiving inspection, electrical and instrumentation (E&I) walkdown, pressure testing coordination and machining dimensional

inspections.

DIMENSIONS:

Responsible for the welding, machining, and coatings inspection of 20+ gas turbine structural skids per month.

Coordinate welding NDE and material traceability verification of 25+ piping spool segments per day.

Own inspection activities of 20+ material inspection orders per week for fabrication of piping and structural assemblies.

Host multiple customers and 3rd party inspectors for in-process inspection of balance of plant process piping, structural assemblies, and gas turbine structural skids.

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Report to the Quality Production Supervisor

Interface and communicate with customers and 3rd party inspectors for in-process quality inspections.

Collaborate with other Solar departments including Quality Engineers, Construction Services Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, Value Stream Management, Production Supervisors, Project Management, and NDE Suppliers.

Perform inspections in indoor/outdoor fabrication areas and shop floor environments.

Support simultaneous project tasks and duties, to meet production schedules.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

• •Comply with TurboFab’s Environmental, Health and Safety Programs, Regulations and Guidelines.
• •Collect, validate, and document material test reports (MTRs) for incoming materials, welded structural assemblies, and welded piping spools

Perform visual testing (VT) of structural and piping weld assemblies.

• •Request, coordinate and document results of welding NDE activities with supplier’s test technicians, including magnetic particle (MT), liquid penetrant (PT), ultrasonic (UT), radiographic (RT), and positive material identification (PMI).
• •Host and lead fabrication inspection points with customers and 3rd party inspectors, for verification of compliance to Inspection & Test Plans and prepare final inspection reports.

• •Audit and verify satisfactory application and characterization of industrial coatings, in compliance with applicable engineering specification, engineering drawings, paint forms, and project Inspection Test Plan
• •Prepare piping pressure testing packages, verify pressure testing configurations, compile testing data charts, validate equipment calibration certificates, and deliver hard/digital copies for customer approval.

Assists in training other less experienced Welding Inspectors as needed.

KNOWLEDGE/REQUIREMENTS:

This position is for fully competent and qualified Q.C. Inspectors that have three to five years of experience and require minimal supervision in performing the job.

1 - 3 years of experience in pipe fitting or welding

Willingness and availability to work overtime as needed to support production schedules.

• •Experience in welding NDE, receiving material inspection, structural welding, pipe welding, pipefitting, machining, assembly and/or fabrication environments of Oil and Gas process equipment.
• •Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, guidance notes, work instructions, engineering specifications, and industry codes (i.e., ASTM, ASME, AWS, API).

Highly qualified candidates will hold one or multiple of the following technical certifications:

Certified Weld Inspector

AMPP-NACE Level 1.

ASNT Visual Testing (VT) Level 2.

Computer and MS office suite tools literacy.

• •High School Diploma or equivalent.
• •Be available to work 2 nd shift

Summary Pay Range:

$28.57- $42.85

All eligible candidates MUST pass the following pre-employment screenings before they can be hired to any position:

• •Background Screening
• •Physical and drug/alcohol screening

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

Competitive salary and annual bonus program

Medical, dental, and vision coverage​

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Sick, Etc.)​

Health savings account (HSA)​

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)​

Life Insurance​

Employee Assistance Programs​

Voluntary Benefits (Ex. Accident, Identity Theft Protection).

Potential base salary increases from annual performance reviews

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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