Inspector I

at CVR Energy in East Dubuque, Illinois, United States

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Inspector I will perform external, internal, and on-stream inspections of plant fixed equipment and process piping in a nitrogen fertilizer facility. Assure process reliability and safe and continued operation. Maintain mechanical integrity asset records, establish, predict, and monitor minimum thickness levels. Inspect and direct repairs and modifications for code compliance with industry best practices and jurisdictional authorities rules and laws.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• At least (1) API certification in either 510 or 570 and having held the certification for minimum 12 months.
• Previously certified in or currently hold SNT-TC-1A Level II certification in MT, PT, or UT thickness or Advanced Flaw Detection.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 1+ years petrochemical plant experience required and must have a good understanding and working knowledge of procedures including Inspection, Safety, Turnaround, and Code Repair of plant process equipment.
• Entry level knowledge of PCMS or equivalent software.
• Possess a solid understanding of the application of API Standards, API Recommended Practices and ASME Construction Codes.
• Clear written and direct verbal communications skills are required. Must have the ability and willingness to learn, adapt to, and integrate various plant, PSM, and Maintenance software applications. 
• Be able to operate NDT equipment, UT, PT, MT and VT. Periodic interpretation of radiographic weld quality film.
• Fluent in English, spoken and written required.
• Must be able to read and draw isometric drawings and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams.
• Must be able to work in a plant environment involving climbing, confined spaces, etc.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Determine serviceability of piping, vessels, towers, heaters, exchangers, boilers, and other process equipment. Methodologies include but not limited to VT, UT Straight Beam, RT, PT,MT or other NDE technologies to acquire data for mechanical integrity analysis of fixed equipment.
• Maintain and update fixed equipment mechanical integrity documents and files in a well-organized manner.
• Oversee contractor NDT and weld performance / repair work.
• Champion the plant Positive Materials Identification Program. Incorporate alloy identification and scrutinization of material specification into daily field inspection tasks and inspection planning activities. 
• Conduct on-site field project inspection and communication on a daily basis.
• Maintain communication with Contractors, Maintenance, Operations, and Technical on matters including inspection / EDNF Specifications / API / ASME / NBIC code requirements, condition of equipment, workmanship that fails to meet requirements, and recommendations regarding repair of equipment.
• Make repair/replace recommendations of fixed equipment and piping based on corrosion and applicable damage mechanisms.  
• Perform job duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Must adhere to company policies and procedures
• Performs other functions/duties as required.

EXPECTED RESULTS

• Safe and reliable integrity of process operating equipment.
• Compliance with reducing overdue inspections.
• Eliminate failures due to improper metallurgy and code compliant non-conformances.

• Adherence to the company's values integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment and innovation.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.  The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.

CVR Energy is an EEO and affirmative action employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply.