Dual Inspector

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. (E2) is a professional services firm established in 1988 specializing in a full spectrum of engineering services including project engineering and design, federal base operations and infrastructure support services, gas pipeline construction and inspection services, environmental consulting and remediation, and information technology services. At E2, we value safety, innovation, and collaboration, and we are dedicated to excellence.

About the role

A Dual Inspector (Pipeline & Facilities) is responsible for inspecting the construction, maintenance, and integrity of both pipeline systems and facility infrastructure to ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company procedures. The position will be in various locations in South Texas.

Responsibilities

• Be familiar with the approved construction drawings and Company specifications.
• Understand the Contract document as it relates to duties on the project.
• Have a basic understanding of welding techniques, welding positions, welding consumables, weld preparation, and welding drawing requirements.
• Maintain a detailed inspector's logbook.
• Complete and submit applicable inspection reports that accurately describe the work performed on the project, ensuring welds inspected may subsequently be identified per current standards.
• Take a proactive approach to safety on the job site and report safety issues to the Construction Manager, Chief Inspector, and Safety Inspector.
• Plan and organize inspection duties in advance.
• Assure any design changes or material substitutions are discussed with the Construction Manager, Chief Inspector, and proper Company approval is obtained.
• Verify all materials used in the installation are in compliance with Company requirements.
• Keep the Chief Inspector aware of any daily problems or anticipated problems with the project.
• Possess an understanding of the relationship between quality assurance, quality control, and inspection procedures.
• Assure a welding procedure is established and each welder is qualified for the work being performed.
• Monitor the quality of welds being made to assure sound welds are produced at all joints.
• Assure repairs made to correct defects in a pipe weld sufficiently correct the defect and satisfy requirements outlined by appropriate codes and Company specifications.
• Assure all welding materials are of proper type and quality, stored according to manufacturers' specifications, and damaged materials are not used.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities relating to pipeline construction inspection observation and documentation as assigned.
• Inspect Other Contractors' work for compliance with all permit requirements and one-call (call before you dig) requirements.
• Immediately verbally communicate any deviations to the Chief Inspector and Company, followed by formal written documentation the same day.
• Verify Other Contractors have and are utilizing necessary equipment, safety measures, records, Project designs, drawings, and GIS to avoid damaging gas mains, services, and other utilities.
• Verify Other Contractors are following Southern Company Gas Spotting Best Practices and Excavation Best Practices.
• Verify Other Contractors have located all gas lines and had all other utilities marked in work areas, and all gas facilities are painted and flagged in accordance with local requirements.
• Field verify that construction equipment used and materials installed are captured on the Daily Progress Report for inventory and billing purposes.
• Inspect material waste using experience and professional judgment to help reduce potential loss through inefficient use by Other Contractors.
• Communicate opportunities to reduce material waste to Company.
• Verify Other Contractors are following Company procedures and coating manufacturers' instructions for applying field coatings to pipe, fittings, valves, joints, and other pipeline components.
• Verify, prior to use, that all materials to be incorporated into the Project or utilized for testing are properly constructed, rated, and possess proper manufacturer documentation.
• Complete and submit Daily Inspection Report forms including safety inspection forms, coating inspection forms, trenching and backfill inspection forms, and other construction inspection forms as requested.
• Review and verify that Other Contractors' HOD path is acceptable.
• Witness all HOD "pull-throughs" to verify pipe is properly supported, coating is protected, and as-built information is properly recorded.
• Examine pipe coating at the leading edge of the pull-back to ensure no damage occurred during pull-back.
• Verify polymers and additives used in drilling fluids are approved by Company.
• Verify pull force does not exceed design.
• Witness hydrostatic testing for the duration of the test(s) and verify calibration papers for equipment are in proper order and attached to the test report.
• Verify Other Contractor(s) properly clean and dry pipelines prior to commissioning.
• Witness and verify Other Contractors properly inspect pipeline for deformation and that subsequent analysis is free of irregularities.
• Field validate that all environmental BMPs are followed by Other Contractors in accordance with permits and construction plans.
• Prior to backfills, HOD pull-throughs, or jack and bores:
  • Visually inspect pipe for noticeable defects to pipe coating.
  • Visually inspect pipe for gouges, dents, or other imperfections.
  • Verify all pipe is "jeeped" and holidays properly repaired prior to lowering in trench or pulled back through the HOD path.
  • Once cured, verify all field-applied pipe coating meets Company’s mil thickness and manufacturer's hardness specifications.
  • Verify all shrink sleeves or similar products used to protect weld joints are inspected for proper installation.
• Coordinate with Other Contractors' survey crews to verify proper as-built information is recorded.
• Verify proper padding and bedding exists around pipe.
• Verify pipe is rigged and lowered into trench without damage to pipe or coating.
• After ALL HDDs, verify all visible pipe and weld joint coatings were not damaged during pull-through activities.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of pipeline construction and/or inspection experience (combination of experience is acceptable).
• Ability to read construction drawings, alignment sheets, and valve maps and translate to actual field constructability.
• Past experience inspecting the application of field-applied pipeline coatings.
• Familiarity with DOT 192 and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and implement the Company's OPM and all other attachments.
• American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector (AWS CWI or SCWI).
• NACE CIP Level 1.
• Knowledge of codes and standards including API 1104, ASME B 31.8, NACE, and SSPC.
• Word and Excel computer skills.
• Experience with fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret IFCs, ISOs, and P&IDs.
• Must be able to read ISOs or dig sheets.
• Intermediate computer and report-writing skills.
• Good detail orientation and communication skills.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit/stand for up to 8 hours per day.
• Ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Travel

Up to 75% travel is required. Local candidates only.

E2 Consulting Engineers, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace. After accepting an offer of employment, applicants may be required to undergo background checks, drug testing, and/or fit-for-duty physical examination. Drug screens will include, but not be limited to, Amphetamines, Cocaine Metabolites, Marijuana Metabolites (THC), Opiates, and Phencyclidine (PCP). As a federal contractor, E2 cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.