Project Quality Manager (Inspector) - CWI

About the role

Aquatech tackles the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals through innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and the recovery of critical minerals.

This full-time Certified Welding Inspector position is based in our Houston, TX office. The role is exempt and operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Responsibilities

• Track and ensure the closure of all non-conformities.
• Submit required project quality documentation (EOMR, etc.) to the customer in a timely and complete manner.
• Review contract documents and applicable job specifications (Turnover Packages).
• Assure that customer requirements for projects are met or that exceptions are taken as necessary.
• Maintain Project Inspection and Test Plans.
• Inspect pressure vessels, piping, and structural fabrications to applicable codes.
• Assure project quality requirements are met and properly documented.
• Communicate daily with suppliers and internal Project Teams.

Requirements

• Five (5) or more years of related experience.
• High school graduate or technical, welding, or quality-related higher education preferred.
• Current CWI certification preferred; AWS certification or working toward certification required.
• NDE and Auditor Certifications are a plus.
• Experience inspecting piping, pressure vessels, and structural fabrications to ASME and AWS codes.
• Experience with supplier surveillance and review of quality documentation such as WPS/PQRs, NDE reports, and material certificates.
• Knowledge of ASME Sections V, VIII/IX, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, and AWS D1.1 codes.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings for pressure vessels, piping, and structural fabrications.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and P&IDs.
• Professional communication skills with suppliers and customers.
• Ability to review project and customer technical specifications and incorporate requirements into project quality plans and I&TPs.
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Valid driver’s license and passport required.
• Significant travel (30%+), both domestic and overseas, is required.

Skills

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Problem-solving and technical knowledge.
• Team-oriented.

Physical Demands

• Lifting/carrying/moving up to 50 lbs.
• Climbing ladders and working at heights.
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while on site.
• Sitting at a desk for extended periods.
• High degree of concentration in a busy area.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off and company-paid holidays.
• 401K plan (all benefits based on eligibility).