Senior Mechanical Inspector

About the role

SGS, a global testing, inspection and certification company, is hiring a Senior Mechanical Inspector in Saudi Arabia. The inspector inspects pressure vessels, storage tanks, piping systems and mechanical components to ensure compliance with project specifications, codes and standards, and works closely with project engineers, QA/QC teams and contractors.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect pressure vessels, storage tanks, piping systems and mechanical components against project specifications, codes and standards.
• Perform welding inspections under CSWIP 3.2, including visual inspections, dimensional checks and defect identification.
• Carry out in-service inspection, assessment and certification of pressure vessels (API 510) and storage tanks (API 653).
• Review fabrication, erection and maintenance procedures for compliance with engineering drawings and standards.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, non-conformance reports (NCRs) and recommendations for corrective actions.
• Coordinate with project engineers, QA/QC teams and contractors to resolve inspection issues.
• Mentor and guide junior inspectors.
• Keep up to date on industry standards, codes and best practices for oil and gas mechanical inspections.

Required profile

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with at least 6 years of inspection experience, or a 2-year industrial/technical college diploma with at least 12 years of inspection experience.
• Valid CSWIP 3.2 and API 570 certifications (both mandatory).
• Valid Saudi driving licence (mandatory).
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of applicable international standards and full working knowledge of quality system standards and methods.