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Field Inspector – Expansion Joints

This organization is a global engineering and manufacturing partner specializing in custom-engineered solutions for demanding industrial environments. With deep expertise in critical flow and pressure-containing components, it supports customers in the oil and gas, petrochemical, energy, and heavy industrial sectors through the full lifecycle of their equipment—from design and fabrication to installation, inspection, repair, and ongoing service. The company is recognized for its hands-on technical approach, strong field presence, and commitment to safety, quality, and innovation in some of the world’s most challenging operating conditions.

The Field Inspector – Expansion Joints is a full-time role within the Expansion Joint Division, responsible for performing on-site inspections of expansion joints used in refineries and related industrial facilities. This position blends field-based work, technical assessment, and detailed reporting to ensure that expansion joint systems meet design intent, quality standards, and safety requirements in oil and gas and petrochemical applications. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in industrial field inspection, welding and fabrication quality, and refinery environments, along with the ability to communicate clearly with both client personnel and internal engineering teams.

• Perform on-site inspections of expansion joints in refineries and other industrial facilities to verify compliance with design, safety, and quality requirements.
• Conduct visual inspections and quality control checks of welded parts and fabricated components associated with expansion joint assemblies.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation to confirm proper installation and repair work.
• Evaluate expansion joint designs and field installations, identifying potential deficiencies, risks, or non-conformances.
• Coordinate with site personnel to safely access equipment, schedule inspections, and understand operational constraints.
• Communicate inspection findings clearly and professionally to refinery staff, contractors, and internal stakeholders, engaging the appropriate contacts on-site.
• Prepare comprehensive inspection reports, including written findings, photographs, and recommendations, using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, engineering documentation, and quality assurance files for each site visit.
• Support field repairs and participate in specialty welding-related inspections when applicable to expansion joint projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to inspection procedures and quality control practices.
• Travel to domestic client sites regularly, with the potential for international travel as the role develops.
• Collaborate closely with other inspectors, engineers, and fabrication teams to ensure consistent quality standards across all projects.

• 3–5 years of experience as a Field Inspector; candidates with approximately 2 years of strong, directly relevant experience may be considered.
• background in construction, oil and gas, or heavy industrial environments, with experience working in or around refineries.
• Hands-on experience conducting on-site inspections and supporting field repairs.
• Working knowledge of expansion joint design and installation in industrial applications.
• Understanding of welding and fabrication processes and their impact on quality and structural integrity.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Strong documentation and report-writing skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• High attention to detail, sound judgment, and strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience in quality control, quality assurance, and visual inspection of welded parts and assemblies.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interaction with client personnel and internal teams.
• Certification or formal training in field inspection, welding inspection, or quality inspection techniques.

• Experience in oil and gas or petrochemical industries, particularly refinery operations.
• Familiarity with refinery safety protocols, site access procedures, and communication hierarchies.
• background in construction quality inspection or engineering documentation.
• Experience inspecting welded components, specialty welding services, or similar technical field work.
• Ability to work independently in the field while maintaining close collaboration with office-based engineering and fabrication teams.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training and mentoring to deepen expertise in expansion joints and critical industrial equipment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Los Angeles,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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