Static Equipment Inspector

About the role

The Static Equipment Inspector will perform hold, witness and surveillance inspections at manufacturing facilities and construction sites to ensure compliance with Saudi Aramco requirements and project specifications. The role involves monitoring contractor quality systems, reviewing documentation, and reporting non‑conforming conditions.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct “Hold”, “Witness” and “Surveillance” inspections and tests on static equipment.
• Inspect material and equipment for proper handling, storage and protection according to Saudi Aramco standards.
• Monitor contractor quality systems, records and personnel for compliance.
• Review and evaluate contractor quality document submittals.
• Witness on‑site and off‑site material and installation tests.
• Record non‑conforming practices, materials and equipment and report findings.
• Prepare inspection reports, Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs), Worksheets (WSs) and Equipment Deficiency Reports (EDRs).
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to SGS ethical standards.

Required profile

• B.S. degree in Engineering (relevant inspection discipline) with at least 4 years of experience, OR a technical college diploma with a minimum of 8 years of inspection experience.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or CSWIP Welding Inspector certification.
• Strong knowledge of international standards, including API 653 and API 510.

Required skills

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or CSWIP certification.
• Familiarity with API 653 and API 510 standards.
• Experience performing hold, witness and surveillance inspections.
• Ability to prepare NCRs, WSs and EDRs.
• Knowledge of contractor quality system monitoring.