PEI Inspector

What’s The Role The PEI Inspector is responsible for maintaining integrity, reliability, and regulatory compliance of pressure equipment and fixed assets within assigned operating units. This role monitors equipment condition, evaluates inspection results, identifies integrity risks, and develops recommendations to ensure pressure equipment remains safe, compliant, and fit for continued service. The PEI Inspector serves as a technical resource within the Pressure Equipment Integrity (PEI) organization and works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and contractors to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective plant operations. The role supports the Pressure Equipment Integrity Management (PEIM) program by helping ensure pressure equipment is designed, operated, inspected, repaired, and maintained in accordance with company requirements, industry standards, and applicable regulations. What You’ll Be Doing Serve as the primary PEI representative for assigned operating units and participate in production alignment, reliability, maintenance planning, and turnaround readiness activitiesEnsure pressure equipment is inspected within established inspection intervals and coordinate equipment availability with Operations and MaintenancePerform routine, emergent, internal, and external inspections of pressure vessels, piping systems, storage tanks, relief devices, and other fixed equipmentApply and oversee visual inspections, thickness monitoring, and non-destructive examination (NDE) activities to assess equipment condition and remaining lifeInterpret inspection and NDE data and provide recommendations regarding repair, replacement, modification, mitigation, or continued operation of pressure equipmentEstablish renewal thicknesses and evaluate remaining life of pressure equipment in accordance with company and industry standardsParticipate in temporary repair mitigation plans for integrity-related equipment issues and create corrective action work scopes to support equipment repairsMonitor repair progress and verify corrective actions are completed effectively and in accordance with requirementsMaintain accurate inspection, repair, and equipment condition records within the Integrity Management System (IMS)Support Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) assessments, corrosion reviews, turnaround planning, audits, and continuous improvement initiativesConduct routine field surveillance to identify emerging integrity concerns and proactively address reliability threatsProvide quality assurance oversight for contract inspection activities within assigned operating areasProvide technical guidance to Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Project teams regarding equipment condition, corrosion concerns, and integrity risksParticipate in departmental duty phone rotations and provide after-hours support as business needs require.Conduct routine field surveillance to identify emerging integrity concerns and proactively address potential reliability threats What You Bring Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employerHigh School Diploma, GED, or equivalent8+ years of experience in refining, petrochemical, chemical manufacturing, or related industriesCurrent API 510 and API 570 certificationsDemonstrated mechanical aptitude and basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applicationsAbility to learn technical concepts and integrity management processes quickly.Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Demonstrated ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teamsAbility to recognize limitations of personal knowledge and seek assistance when appropriateDemonstrated commitment to safe work practices and operational excellence Preferred Qualifications API 653 certification, or the ability to obtainExperience supporting refinery or petrochemical turnarounds and major maintenance eventsKnowledge of pressure equipment inspection programs, mechanical integrity systems, and applicable regulatory requirementsKnowledge of RBI methodologies, corrosion control programs, and applicable API, ASME, and AWS codes and standardsExperience utilizing IMS or similar inspection management databases.Knowledge of NDE methods, inspection techniques, and equipment condition assessmentUnderstanding of common refinery and petrochemical damage mechanisms Personal Attributes The successful candidate will: Produce quality work with minimal supervisionDemonstrate strong written and verbal communication skillsPlan, organize, and prioritize work effectively to meet commitments and deadlinesWork effectively and respectfully with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractors, and other stakeholdersDemonstrate professionalism and credibility when interacting with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, leadership, and contractor organizationsDisplay initiative and a desire to continuously expand technical knowledgeAdapt to changing business priorities while maintaining sound judgment and integrityBe willing to work flexible schedules, support turnarounds, and provide off-hours support when required Work Environment & Physical Requirements This position is primarily field-based and requires significant interaction with operating process units and pressure equipment. Candidates must be able to: Pass required visual qualification testing, including a Jaeger 2 near-vision examination (corrected vision acceptable).Climb ladders and structures and work safely at heights.Enter and work within confined spaces.Obtain medical clearance for use of supplied air and cartridge respirators.Bend, squat, sit, crawl, climb, and carry inspection equipment or tools weighing up to 50 pounds.Enter equipment through an 18-inch manway opening.Work in outdoor industrial environments and support planned and emergent inspection activities. What We Offer The base salary range for this position is $86,000 - $128,000 per year. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity. For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents. Additionally, employees are eligible for short-term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long-Term Disability insurance. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives. For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays. Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html. You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself. Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition togetherContinuously grow the transferable skills you need to get aheadWork at the forefront of technology, trends, and practicesCollaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertiseAchieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourselfBenefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile workingPerform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world.Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non-birthing parentsJoin an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to applyGrow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teamsGain access to a wide range of training and development programs We'd like you to know that Shell has a bold goal: to become one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive companies. You can get to know more about how we're working towards that goal, click here. Shell in The United States With more than 11,000 employees, Shell has been in the US for more than 100 years and is delivering secure energy supplies across America. From producing a reliable supply of oil and gas in the US Gulf of America to biofuels, our retail sites and EV charging network, to marketing and trading electricity generated by gas plants, solar and wind power, we are one of the few countries where every Shell business is represented. We are working with our customers to deliver the energy the world needs today and building the energy systems of tomorrow, all while creating value for society and shareholders.