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Kforce has a client in Robstown, TX that is seeking a Piping and Structural Steel VS QA.
Summary:
The Piping & Structural Steel Vendor Surveillance QA Inspector ensures shop-fabricated piping and structural steel from suppliers meets design intent, purchase orders, codes, regulations, and standards before shipment and site delivery. This role will perform onsite supplier surveillance-prequalification, periodic, and for-cause-including ITP/hold-point inspection, documentation validation, witness of fabrication, welding, NDE, and testing, nonconformance management, and supplier performance feedback to Procurement, Engineering, and Quality.
Responsibilities:
* Conduct supplier surveillance (pre-qualification, periodic, and for-cause) to verify compliance with contracts, specs, drawings, ITPs, codes, and quality requirements for shop-fabricated piping (spools, pipe supports, manifolds) and structural steel (steel structures, platforms, pipe racks, modules, and miscellaneous metals)
* Review and validate vendor documentation packages, including ITPs, material certifications/MTRs, heat traceability, WPS/PQR and welder qualifications, weld maps/logs,
* NDE reports, dimensional/as-built records, coating/galvanizing records, and pressure test packages (as applicable); Hold release when documentation is incomplete or nonconforming
* Identify, document, and track nonconformances; collaborate with suppliers on corrective actions and verify effective closure before shipment or final acceptance
* Prepare clear, actionable surveillance and inspection reports with findings, risk assessment, and recommended disposition; Communicate results to Procurement, Engineering, Quality, and project stakeholders to support sourcing and release decisions
* Verify pre-shipment readiness, including preservation, end caps/protection, packing, piece marking/tagging, and shipping documentation, prior to release from the vendor
REQUIREMENTS:
* Current AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred, or equivalent welding/fabrication inspection qualification with demonstrated piping and structural steel shop experience, working familiarity with supplier quality systems (e.g., ISO 9001)
* 8+ years of inspection/audit experience on large-scale industrial or energy projects, including at least 3 years in vendor surveillance/source inspection of shop-fabricated piping and/or structural steel
* Ability to read and interpret POs, piping and structural drawings, specs, ITPs, weld procedures, and fabrication packages; Strong written and verbal communication with suppliers and cross-functional teams
* Working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.x, ASME Section IX, AWS D1.1, AISC; ASTM material standards) and proficiency with inspection methods and tools appropriate to shop surveillance (weld visual and dimensional inspection, fit-up/hi-lo, weld gauges, material identification, coating inspection as applicable); familiarity with NDE methods and documentation (RT, UT, MT, PT)
* Demonstrated ability to work independently at supplier shops, exercise sound release/hold judgment, investigate quality issues, and drive corrective action to closure
* Willingness and ability to travel extensively (domestic and/or international), often on short notice, with a valid passport or ability to obtain passport and required visas
* Solid understanding of quality management principles across fabrication, weld/NDE, test, shipment, and project turnover; Ability to perform in a high-performance, cross-functional environment with tight timelines
* This role requires extensive domestic and/or international travel - a valid passport (or ability to obtain one) is required
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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