Inspection Engineer

One Stop NDT; Kolkata; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Apave International – India seeks an experienced Inspection Engineer for on-site operations in Gujarat. You will conduct vendor inspections of pipes, fittings, forgings and castings, review ITPs and MTCs, and witness manufacturing processes.

Key duties include ensuring compliance with ASTM, ASME, API and global quality standards, preparing detailed inspection reports, and coordinating with clients and vendors. Travel across India is required, with hands-on QA/QC in manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in QA/QC or third-party inspection
• Experience inspecting pipes, fittings, forgings, and castings
• Able to read engineering drawings and ITPs
• Willingness to travel across India

Responsibilities

• Conduct vendor inspections at manufacturing facilities
• Review drawings, ITPs, MTCs and other quality docs
• Witness dimensional inspections, NDT, hydrostatic testing, heat treatment
• Ensure compliance with ASTM/ASME/API and international standards
• Prepare inspection reports, NCRs and release notes
• Coordinate with clients, vendors and project teams
• Maintain inspection records and status updates

Skills

Vendor inspections

NDT expertise

Quality documentation review

Reporting and communication

Education

Diploma or BE/B.Tech in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering

Tools

ASNT Level II (RT/PT/MT/UT)

Job description

Position Summary:-

Apave International – India is seeking an experienced Inspection Engineer for its on‑site operations in Gujarat, India. The role is focused on the inspection of pipes, pipe fittings, forgings, and castings, with an emphasis on vendor inspection, quality assurance, non‑destructive testing (NDT), and compliance with international standards.

The successful candidate will have hands‑on experience in manufacturing environments and will be responsible for conducting vendor inspections, reviewing technical and quality documentation, witnessing manufacturing and testing activities, and ensuring compliance with customer specifications and applicable ASTM, ASME, API, and international quality standards.

Responsibilities:-

• Conduct vendor inspections of pipes, pipe fittings, forgings, and castings at manufacturing facilities.
• Review engineering drawings, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), Material Test Certificates (MTCs), and other quality documentation.
• Witness and verify dimensional inspections, NDT activities, hydrostatic testing, heat treatment, and other manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and applicable ASTM, ASME, API, and international quality standards.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports, release notes, punch lists, and Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, and project teams to resolve quality‑related issues.
• Maintain inspection records and provide timely updates on inspection status.

Qualifications:-

• Diploma or B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering.

ASNT Level II certification in:

• Radiographic Testing (RT)
• Penetrant Testing (PT)
• Magnetic Testing (MT)
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT)

Requirements:-

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) or Third-Party Inspection (TPI).
• Proven experience inspecting pipes, pipe fittings, forgings, and castings.
• Hands‑on exposure to manufacturing environments such as:
• Pipe and pipe fitting manufacturers
• Foundries
• Forging companies
• Steel plants
• Heavy engineering industries
• Strong knowledge of ASTM, ASME, API, and relevant international codes and standards.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
• Good report‑writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively to vendor locations across India.
• Preferred Experience and Skills
• Experience in Third-Party Inspection (TPI) is highly desirable.
• Additional NDT certifications in UT, MT, PT, and RT are advantageous.
• Experience with vendor surveillance and quality assurance activities is beneficial.

Benefits:-

The provided job details do not specify conventional employee benefits. However, the position offers:

• Opportunities to work on prestigious industrial projects.
• Exposure to leading manufacturing facilities and international quality standards.
• Professional growth in inspection, quality assurance, and vendor surveillance.
• A dynamic work environment with extensive field exposure.

About the Company:-

Apave International – India is hiring for an on‑site Inspection Engineer position in Gujarat, India. The position is listed within the Environmental Services industry and focuses on inspection, quality assurance, NDT, and vendor inspection activities.

The role provides exposure to industrial manufacturing facilities and international quality standards, particularly in the pipes, pipe fittings, forgings, and castings sector.