SENIOR INSPECTOR - MECHANICAL & COATING

Position Overview

Inspection Execution

• Inspect equipment, vessels, piping systems, and structural components to applicable ASME, API, and ISO standards.
• Perform and oversee coating checks, including surface preparation, application, DFT measurements, adhesion testing, and visual assessment.
• Conduct NDT activities, including ultrasonic thickness testing and radiography interpretation.
• Record inspection findings with photographs and detailed technical reports.

Documentation and Compliance

• Review design drawings, material certificates, inspection plans, and test reports.
• Verify compliance with project specifications, codes, and regulations, including ASME, API, ISO 12944, and ISO 3864.
• Report findings, non-conformances, and recommendations; maintain accurate traceability records.

Quality Assurance and Leadership

• Mentor junior inspectors and technicians and conduct client witness inspections and hold-point verifications.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and client representatives to resolve discrepancies.
• Apply Bureau Veritas quality standards and client requirements.

Technical Duties

• Identify defects, deviations, and risks and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide guidance on inspection methods and acceptance criteria; stay current with standards and industry practices.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Current, valid CSWIP 3.2.2 coating inspection certification and BGAS Grade 2 certification.
• Current, valid ASNT NDT Level 2 certification in at least one method; multiple methods are preferred.

Experience

• At least 10 years of hands-on oil and gas inspection experience, with expertise in mechanical and coating inspections.
• Track record leading inspection teams and managing complex projects.
• Field experience with pressure equipment, pipelines, and structural systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASNT Level 3 or equivalent advanced NDT certification; API 510, API 570, or API 653 certification.
• ISO 9001 or equivalent quality management system knowledge and experience with inspection software or digital reporting tools.
• Arabic, French, or Mandarin capability; PQR or WPS review experience.