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Position Summary

Responsible for ensuring product quality specifications and processes are in compliance with regulatory, company and customer standards and requirements.   

Position Details

• Review shop fabrications for drawing conformance, verifies installation of products and materials and confirms that procedures are being followed and are code compliant.
• Perform visual inspections of stainless-steel piping, welds, and components during fabrication and installation
• Verify compliance with project specifications, drawings, and codes including ASME B31.3
• Inspect weld fit-up, joint preparation, purge setup, and completed welds (TIG/GTAW preferred)
• Monitor welding activities to ensure adherence to approved WPS/PQR per ASME Section IX
• Conduct or witness NDE examinations such as VT, PT, and coordinate RT/UT as require. 
• Verify material traceability, MTRs, heat numbers, and proper storage/handling of stainless material
• Identify and document non-conformances and support corrective actions
• Maintain inspection reports and weld logs
• Coordinate with fabrication, welding, and project management team

Qualifications 

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Level II certification in Visual Testing (VT) required (per ASNTor equivalent)
• Additional certifications (PT, UT, or RT) strongly preferred
• 2+ years of inspection experience in piping fabrication or industrial construction
• Strong knowledge of stainless-steel welding practices (GTAW/TIG with purge)
• Familiarity with sanitary or high-purity systems is a plus
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• List no more than six (6) essential KSAs, including system-relevant technical skills.
• Codes & Standards: ASME B31.3, ASME Section IX
• Understanding of: Weld defects and acceptance criteria, Orbital and manual TIG welding, Passivation and corrosion control, Isometric drawings and P&IDs
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA regulations as well as safety policies and procedures
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and weld symbols
• Good communication skills to work with welders, supervisors, and clients
• Ability to work in a fabrication shop environment with active welding, material handling, and equipment operations
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlookand Microsoft Excel
• Expertise with Stratus preferred.

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits 

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation's largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you're engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Pay: Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For Maryland this ranges from $82,171.00 - $97,111.00 plus annual incentive, benefits, and retirement program as outlined above.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).