Piping and Mechanical QC/QA Inspector

Job description:

Piping & Mechanical QA/QC Inspector (Contract)

Location: Linden, NJ (Onsite)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5/10s

Reports To: Quality Manager & Site Manager

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Piping & Mechanical QA/QC Inspector to support field execution and quality oversight for a large EPC-managed project. This role focuses on verifying that piping and mechanical construction activities meet all design, specification, and contractual quality requirements. The inspector will work closely with onsite management to track quality issues, review contractor documentation, and support multiple work fronts simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide active field oversight to confirm piping and mechanical construction complies with drawings, specifications, codes, and contract requirements
• Support the onsite manager with issuing, tracking, and closing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs)
• Confirm quality reports are properly completed, reviewed, and approved
• Review and validate contractor-submitted quality packages and system turnover documentation
• Confirm contractor adherence to approved welding procedures (WPS/PQR)
• Review and validate Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) results and reports, including:
• Radiographic Testing (RT)
• Phased Array UT
• Shear Wave UT
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
• Dye Penetrant Testing (PT)
• Positive Material Identification (PMI)
• Witness piping and mechanical system testing
• Participate in system walkdowns and punch identification
• Verify system restoration following testing activities
• Support multiple work packages and contractors concurrently in a fast-paced field environment

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 10 years of QA/QC experience supporting EPC and/or Owner-side projects
• Strong background in piping and mechanical construction, including welding and testing
• In-depth knowledge of NDE methods and quality documentation review
• Proven experience working in active construction environments
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to track and close quality issues effectively
• Ability to work independently while coordinating closely with site management and contractors

Value of the Role

This role is critical to ensuring welding integrity, system readiness, and quality compliance in a high-risk discipline. Through hands-on field oversight, documentation review, and participation in testing and walkdowns, the Piping & Mechanical QA/QC Inspector helps reduce rework, protect schedule, and strengthen the reliability of systems moving toward mechanical completion and commissioning.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person