Lead QA/QC Inspector – Refinery

About the role

CMCo is seeking a Lead QA/QC Refinery Inspector (Owners Rep) to inspect mechanical integrity procedures of equipment and contractors, ensure Refinery Procedures are implemented as required in specifications, and oversee all Lead QA/QC controls of the Refinery. This is long-term work in the Billings, MT area for 2+ years.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high quality and timely maintenance and construction work occurs during turnarounds, capital construction projects, and routine maintenance
• Lead fixed equipment reliability efforts through project and compliance program management
• Ensure safety and reliability of refinery fixed equipment
• Inspect (or cause to be inspected) all equipment and piping which is critical and/or subject to periodic deterioration, and make cost-effective recommendations for repairs, materials selection, and other remedial action in support of long-term reliability
• Develop piping and fixed equipment inspection plans, in accordance with API 510, API 570 and API 653, using risk-based methodology
• Select cost-effective inspection techniques to provide reliable assessment of refinery equipment remaining life
• Interpret and evaluate inspection and NDE data
• Maintain complete and accurate records during inspections so they can be transferred to the permanent files
• Participate in the planning of and approve the execution of temporary repairs
• Develop and maintain fixed equipment inspection procedures/practices
• Review design/fabrication drawings and perform fabrication shop/field inspections to ensure conformance to specifications
• Provide technical support to production teams
• Coordinate with Maintenance and Operations to ensure equipment is opened in a logical and efficient manner, and the inspection/repair report is available quickly for planning purposes
• Monitor and direct the daily activities of outside inspection contractors during turnarounds and special activities
• Inspect and monitor all repair and construction work to ensure it is being done per the plans and adheres to all specifications and codes required
• Monitor and report on the activities and quality of contractors in conjunction with their QA/QC representative

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 10+ years of experience in the inspection of fixed equipment and piping systems required
• Current API 510 / 570 / 653 certifications (Required)
• 10 to 15 years of experience working in a refinery or chemical plant
• Must have authorization to work for any U.S. employer
• Proficient with Microsoft Office for daily inter-office communication and documentation
• Possess extensive knowledge of industry standards including AWS, ASME and API
• Must have supervisor experience and know the Refinery API Codes

Qualifications

• Non-Destructive Testing Certificate preferred
• Current CWI is a Plus

Skills

• MS Word
• Excel
• Blue-beam Cad
• Adobe Pro