Inspector

Inspector

ROLE/ JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible to ensure that the requirements of American Petroleum Institute (API) 510 and 570 on inspection, examination, and testing are met, and shall be directly involved with the infield inspection activities. Also responsible for overseeing the quality assurance/quality control on behalf of REC Silicon

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform internal and external inspections to determine if a weldment of equipment meets the acceptance criteria of a specific code, standard or document

• Schedule and coordinate inspections on equipment at scheduled intervals to maintain the mechanical integrity of the fixed equipment of the facility

• Review and approve reports, findings, and conclusions of NDE examinations

• Determine and schedule path forward activities to address in field test results in compliance with API standards

• Submit Reports of Inspections to the Chief Inspector and all other required reports in the prescribed timeline

• Recommend and approve repairs as well as performing visual inspcection of completed work

• Cooperate with personnel of the Maintenance and Engineering Department on problems of scheduling, methods of repair, materials utilization and in arranging special inspection and advice on inspection requirements, corrosion allowances, access provisions, etc. for new designs

• Request the services of the Materials Scientist and the Reliability Engineer for Fixed Equipment on critical and unusual problems involving the cause, seriousness and prevention of corrosion or other deterioration of plant equipment and also on development of inspection methods

• Serve as the authorized piping inspector for determining that the requirements of API 570 on inspection, examination and testing are met

• Ensure that personnel performing non-destructive examinations adhere to relevant Codes and Recommended Practices as defined in API 510 and 570

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Requires HS Diploma or equivalent and three (3) years experience in weld inspection related activities (for example, QC, NDE); or equivalent combination of educations and experience

• Requires an extensive knowledge of industry standards including NBIC ,AWS, ASME, API (510 & 570) and demonstrated working knowledge of Non-Destructive Examiner methodologies

• Must have the ability to obtain certification of API 510 within 6 months (Vessels)

• Must have the ability to obtain certification of API 570 within 6 months (Piping)

• Must have the ability to obtain NBIC certification

• Must have the ability to obtain Certification for Special Inspector by State of Washington Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) Boilers and Pressure Vessels ( BPV ) program ( Washington state employees only )

• These skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education, experience, and training. These competencies will provide the individual with the necessary skillset to perform the work of this position
• Basic knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and ability to learn new computer programs
• Must have the ability to properly interpret regulations, codes and industry standards

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally push and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions. The temperatures range seasonally from below 0 degrees to 100 degrees out of doors. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Radio communication is required. Hand trucks, dollies and forklifts are used to perform the job. Ladders and stairs are climbed frequently.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. REC Silicon is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits We Offer:

• Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Enhanced 401K Plan
• Bonus Plan

Job Type: Full-time