Piping Inspector - Port Arthur, TX

Location: Port Arthur, TX

About the role

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Piping Inspector to join the Technical Inspection Services team in Port Arthur, TX. The role is responsible for developing and implementing the Project Quality Plan in conjunction with the Project Execution Plan, promoting quality awareness, continuous improvement, and corrective action throughout the organization.

Responsibilities

• Capture results of inspection/observations and report in a timely manner.
• Ensure suppliers/contractors have relevant, up‑to‑date codes, standards, specifications, and drawings.
• Interface professionally with discipline engineers, construction engineers, field workers, and inspectors.
• Witness and monitor suppliers/contractors’ work activities, inspections, and tests in accordance with the approved Quality Plan, ITP, and Quality Procedures.
• Assist in reviewing Quality Plans, Inspection & Test Plans (ITP), Quality Procedures, and all related QA/QC documentation before fabrication or construction begins.
• Verify implementation of PTW (permit to work), LOTO (lock‑out and tag‑out), and other safety procedures.
• Schedule and monitor ongoing NDE activities.
• Work well in a team environment and communicate clearly and professionally with team members.

Requirements

• Must be able to walk long distances.
• Must be able to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• Must be able to stand for extended durations.
• Must be able to reach in all directions.
• Good visual acuity for color, depth perception, and field vision.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Alertness to identify and respond to changing job‑related hazards.
• Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of piping inspection experience.
• Industry‑standard certifications preferred (e.g., CWI, API, etc.).

Skills

• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite.