QC Inspector 2

Description

We are seeking an experienced Fabrication Shop Quality Inspector to support piping, structural steel, and ASME code fabrication operations at our Port Lavaca facility. This role ensures compliance with project specifications, client requirements, and applicable industry codes.

The Inspector will perform in-process and final inspections, coordinate NDE activities, maintain weld and material traceability, and develop turnover packages. This position requires strong knowledge of welding processes, fabrication practices, and applicable ASME/AWS standards.

Requirements

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• •Perform Visual Testing (VT) of welds and fabricated assemblies
• •Conduct in-process and final inspections of piping, structural steel, and pressure components
• •Verify compliance with WPS/PQRs, drawings, and fabrication procedures
• •Monitor fit-up, welding parameters, preheat/interpass temperatures, and PWHT
• •Maintain weld mapping, heat number traceability, and MTR documentation
• •Coordinate and review NDE (RT, UT, MT, PT) with subcontractors
• •Build turnover packages and client data books
• •Verify data plates/nameplates and code documentation
• •Identify nonconformances and support corrective actions
• •Support compliance with ASME B31.3, ASME Section VIII, AWS D1.1, and client specifications

Required:

• •5+ years fabrication shop inspection experience
• •Strong knowledge of welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW, SAW)
• •Ability to read fabrication drawings and isometrics
• •Working knowledge of ASME and/or AWS codes
• •Experience performing VT inspections
• •Proficient in Bluebeam
• •Ability to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, rain, humidity, and varying outdoor environments
• •Must be able to pass all required site-specific drug screens and background checks.

Preferred:

• •AWS CWI
• •API 510 or 570
• •Experience with piping and vessel fabrication
• •Experience with weld mapping and MTR traceability

Key Competencies

• •Detail-oriented and documentation-driven
• •Strong communication skills
• •Ability to work independently in a production environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Recruitment Agencies

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or agencies in connection with this posting. Any resumes submitted without a signed agreement in place will be considered the property of the company and no fees will be paid.

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