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QA QC Superintendent

Counce, TN

$108K - $155K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Risk-Based Inspection (API 580/581) * Fitness for Service (API 579) * Damage Mechanisms (API 571) Preferred Certifications * * API 653 Tank Inspector * AWS Certified Welding Inspector-CWI * Certified ...

Reliability Engineer

Alvin, TX · On-site

$83K - $105K/yr

API 510, API 570, API 571, API 579, API 580, API 653 (Certifications is an added advantage) * RBI Methodology to improve risk management results and reduce the risk of failures * RCFA Methodology to ...

QA QC Superintendent

Counce, TN · On-site

$108K - $155K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Risk-Based Inspection (API 580/581) * Fitness for Service (API 579) * Damage Mechanisms (API 571) Preferred Certifications * * API 653 Tank Inspector * AWS Certified Welding Inspector-CWI * Certified ...

Reliability Engineer

Saint James, LA · On-site

$97K - $122K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Relevant certifications such as API 510, API 570, API 653, API 610, API 580, and API 581 are desirable * Proficiency in using reliability software and tools for data analysis and predictive ...

API Equipment Inspector

New Castle, DE · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

API Equipment Inspector

Linden, NJ · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

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How much do api 580 jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for api 580 in the United States is $59.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54.57 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an API 580?

An API 580 job involves performing risk-based inspection (RBI) assessments for industrial equipment such as pressure vessels, piping, and storage tanks. Professionals in this role analyze inspection data, assess potential risks, and prioritize maintenance based on likelihood and consequences of failure. They ensure compliance with API 580 standards to optimize inspection intervals and improve plant safety. Typically, these jobs are found in industries like oil and gas, petrochemicals, and power plants. Certification in API 580 and experience in reliability engineering or inspection are often required.

What are the typical responsibilities of an API 580 specialist on a daily basis?

API 580 specialists are primarily responsible for conducting risk-based inspection (RBI) assessments of pressure equipment and piping systems, reviewing data, and calculating risk levels to inform maintenance and inspection plans. On a daily basis, they collaborate closely with plant engineering, inspection, and maintenance teams, ensuring regulatory compliance and prioritizing inspection schedules based on risk analysis. The role may also involve reviewing inspection data, updating RBI models, participating in safety meetings, and preparing detailed technical reports. This fast-paced environment rewards strong organization and teamwork, as API 580 specialists play a key role in supporting facility reliability and safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the API 580 position, and why are they important?

To excel in an API 580 role, you need a strong background in engineering or inspection with specialized knowledge in risk-based inspection (RBI) practices and asset integrity management. Familiarity with RBI software such as Meridium, PCMS, or similar platforms, as well as API 580 certification, are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and attention to detail are valuable soft skills for this position. These competencies are essential to ensuring accurate risk assessments, regulatory compliance, and the safe, reliable operation of processing units and equipment.

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 151 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 120 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company.  Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds.  Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence.  We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers.  Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People • Customers • Trust

QA/QC Superintendent – Counce Mill

Function and Scope

Management of all aspects of quality assurance and quality control for fixed equipment. To include weld inspection, assembly inspection, and management of materials of construction. Duties will include field inspections of equipment to include internal inspection of tanks and digesters. Travel may be required at times for shop inspections. 

Qualifications

A. Education and Experience

Engineering degree is preferred with a minimum of 5 years of industrial maintenance experience.

B. Knowledge/Competencies

    • ASME Boiler & Vessel Codes (Sec VIII Div I & II)
    • ASME Piping Codes (B31.1, B31.3, B31.4, B31.8)
    • Pressure Vessel Inspection (API 510)
    • Pressure Piping Inspection (API 570) n Pressure Relief Systems (API 520/526)
    • Tank Evaluations (API 620/650/653)
    • Risk-Based Inspection (API 580/581)
    • Fitness for Service (API 579)
    • Damage Mechanisms (API 571)

Preferred Certifications

    • API 653 Tank Inspector
    • AWS Certified Welding Inspector-CWI
    • Certified Level II Ultra Sonic Testing per ASNT SNT-TC-1A
    • Mag Particle and Dye penetrant testing
    • X-Ray film interpretation

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manage all quality assurance and quality control aspects of mechanical repairs.
  • Manage tank integrity projects for tanks requiring maintenance according to API 653 regulations.
  • Support portions of larger capital projects requiring new tank construction per API 650 and/or significant tank upgrades.
  • Collaborate with Operations, Scheduling, and Environmental to develop schedule for performing tank work.
  • Prepare estimates, budgets, schedules, materials and contract specifications, procurement plans, and work plans for projects, track and report on project progress and performance.
  • Plan, schedule, and execute tank integrity projects to meet Company standards and policies.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards for assigned projects.
  • Prepare the annual sustaining capital budget and major maintenance budget for tank integrity.
  • Ensure tank inspection and repairs are documented per regulatory requirements and Company standards and that they are being maintained, organized, and can be accessed for future reference as needed. 
  • Provide technical support during the review of tank integrity processes and procedures to maintain consistent assessment and repair practices.
  • Provide support to field maintenance technicians and operations staff.
  • Consistently maintain and demonstrate a high regard for personal safety as well as the safety of employees, the public, and company assets.
  • Maintaining and enforcing the Approved Manufacturers List for materials.
  • Knowledge of corrosion & welding. Welding knowledge of structural and pipe with GTAW, and SMAW processes.
  • Fixed equipment inspection tasks/ procedures.
  • NDT management, Working knowledge of Ultrasonic Testing, Penetrant Testing, Magnetic Particle Testing, Positive Material Identification, and material hardness testing.
  • Preparing detailed reports describing type of degradation mechanisms, effect of degradation mechanisms, process streams, etc.
  • Personnel supervision- to include contractors.
  • Maintain PCA piping specifications for all piping services throughout the mill.
  • Assure that all projects, contractors, and PCA are adhering to the specifications as noted above.
  • Where fabrication is involved onsite and offsite, review all material specifications, contractors welding and welder qualifications, and determine the required NDE to be performed, to assure that all of the above meet the applicable code and PCA specifications.
  • Responsible for supervising contract personnel as required as well as in-house maintenance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Competitive pay and benefit package.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • Starting salary range for position: $108,500 to $155,000
  • Paid Vacation: Three (3) weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year. 
  • Paid Holidays.
  • Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages -- medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
  • Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
  • Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.


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