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Lead American Petroleum Inspector (API)

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Full Time

USD 70.00 per hour

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Skills

IT Management
SAFE
Embedded Systems
Data Quality
Software Performance Management
Probability
Attention To Detail
Communication
Integrity Engineering
IDMS
Workflow
Training
Management
Collaboration
Repair
Documentation
API
Inspection
Regulatory Compliance
Continuous Improvement
Mechanical Engineering

Summary

Lead American Petroleum Inspector (API)

Overview

Step into a key technical leadership role that directly supports safe, code-compliant integrity across critical static equipment. As the Lead American Petroleum Inspector (API), you'll guide an embedded inspection contractor and maintenance personnel by helping validate inspection data, ensuring standards compliance, and supporting repair recommendations through method/timing guidance and backlog reevaluations. You'll also partner closely with Mechanical Integrity and multiple stakeholders to improve inspection processes-leveraging GE APM/Meridium-and staying current with evolving NDE and industry practices.

Required Skills

At least (2) current API certifications, such as API 510 / API 570 / API 653 / API 580
Strong, in-depth working knowledge of API inspection codes, including:
- API 510
- API 570
- API 653
Experience assisting with the review of inspection reports for:
- Data quality
- Code compliance for pressure vessels, piping, and tanks
Proficiency with GE APM / Meridium software for inspection-related workflows (IDMS support)
Understanding of Risk Based Inspection (RBI) and damage mechanism reviews, including basic concepts of probability and consequence as they relate to equipment risk ranking
Detail-oriented approach with strong communication skills (able to guide contractors and support training/work processes)
Ability to collaborate effectively with Mechanical Integrity, engineering disciplines, operations, and management
Valid/Current TWIC required

Nice to Have Skills

Experience supporting or executing inspection and repair execution with Mechanical Integrity teams
Familiarity with IDMS software workflows beyond basic tool usage (supporting training and inspection work processes)
Experience staying current on advancements in NDE techniques and applying industry best practices

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred: Relevant technical education and/or formal certification pathways supporting pressure equipment and inspection code knowledge
Experience: Demonstrated experience performing and/or leading inspection activities under API standards, with a track record supporting RBI-driven integrity programs

Other Requirements

Valid/Current TWIC required
Duration: Long-term contract to direct
Target Pay: $70.00/hour
Role involves collaboration with multiple internal groups and supporting inspection/repair guidance and documentation

If you're an API-focused inspection leader who enjoys driving quality, compliance, and continuous improvement in mechanical integrity programs, apply now and help strengthen the integrity of the equipment and the people who protect it.

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Dice Id: 80183741
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