API Equipment Inspector

NEXPERA leads the way in sulfuric acid and potassium hydroxide regeneration, offering a comprehensive range of products and services that optimize processes, minimize environmental impact, and allow our partners to focus on their core operations. With the industry’s largest facility network, we ensure unmatched reliability and drive innovation across the industrial landscape. In addition, we provide an unmatched array of sulfur-based chemicals and related services to a diverse set of industries. BENEFITS NEXPERA's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement. POSITION PURPOSE This position will be responsible for providing inspection and technical program support for equipment inspection, test, and repair portions of the overall Mechanical Integrity/Quality Assurance effort. This role will primarily focus on the Borderland (El Paso, TX) site while also being integrated and part of the NEXPERA Technology Center which provides support to all NEXPERA sites. The primary location for this role is El Paso, TX. PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES (but not limited to): Inspection & Compliance Perform equipment inspections per API 510, API 653 and APPI 570 standards Act as Authorized Inspector for pressure vessels, piping and storage tanks Ensure inspections align with RAGAGEP and OSHA 1910.119 Documentation & Reporting Develop/Authorize/Maintain standardized inspection plans Complete post-inspection reports with actionable short term and long-term recommendations Update SAP and equipment files with inspection history and plans Maintain documentation per corporate and site MIQA practices Repair & Maintenance Develop and document repair plans for fixed equipment Perform field contract administration duties during field repairs of equipment Evaluate fitness-for-service and remaining life of equipment Ensure all repairs to fixed equipment is documented in accordance with OSHA 1910.117 Quality Assurance Create QA plans for new equipment fabrication Perform/coordinate QA inspections on –site and at shop locations Technical oversight Provide guidance to NEXPERA and contract NDE examiners Evaluate NDE results and recommend actions Perform calculations for minimum allowable thickness or critical equipment Program Management Manage and implement the Corrosion Monitoring program (PSAIM®) Coordinate contract NDE inspections and perform field administration Qualifications In order to be qualified for this role, the following is required: 3 plus years work experience within high hazardous chemical processing or oil refining industries or similar industries At least 2 out of 3 of the following certifications: API 510, API 570, API 653 Able to travel ~30% per year Working knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) Ability to obtain any missing API certification (API 510, API 570, API 653) within 2 years of employment Comprehensive working knowledge of API 510, 570, 653, 579, 580, ASME B31.1, B31.3, Section V, VIII, IX, NBIC, NACE SP0294 requirements governing inspection & tests, fitness for service, and repair of process piping, pressure vessels, and tanks Ability to develop and implement inspection plans for piping, pressure vessels, and storage tanks. Ability to develop, implement, and analyze repair procedures for fixed equipment. Thorough knowledge of non-destructive examination techniques, including UT, VT, RVT, RT, MT, Eddy Current, IRIS, Shear Wave, etc. Level II certifications a plus Knowledge of welding practices and procedures Ability to perform confined space entry Excellent interpersonal skills, coupled with superior oral and written communication skills, enabling ability to influence all levels of personnel. Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office Prioritization and organizing capabilities Disciplined in functioning in a self-directed work environment Be extremely detail oriented with excellent written and communication skills Current and valid driver’s license Currently have or able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) Physical Requirements/Work Environment Willing and able to work in a High Hazard environment; outdoors, indoors, elevated heights and confined spaces Willing and able to wear required PPE (personal protective equipment) such as steel toes, hardhat, protective eyewear, sir supplies and cartridge respirator, etc. Willing and able to climb stairs, ladders, stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, crawl, visual acuity for close work, able to reach overhead, able to hear and respond to alarms. Successful candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. Additional information We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.