API Inspector: Fixed Equipment Integrity

Westlake; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake is seeking an API Inspector to serve as the primary fixed-equipment integrity representative for an assigned operating area. The role plans, performs, evaluates, and documents inspections in compliance with API, ASME, NBIC, jurisdictional requirements, and company policies.

You will coordinate qualified NDE resources, maintain auditable records, and communicate equipment-integrity risk across Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Engineering, Planning, and site leadership.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Associates/Technical degree (ABC/NCCER preferred).
• API 510/570 certifications required.
• Additional API/NDE credentials encouraged.
• Experience with SAP or CMMS and NDE data systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the assigned-area inspection representative and monitor equipment condition.
• Develop and maintain inspection plans using design, service history, and risk.
• Plan and coordinate external, internal, on-stream, and condition-monitoring inspections.
• Identify damage mechanisms and coordinate qualified NDE personnel.
• Prepare complete inspection reports with scope, observations, and recommendations.
• Translate findings into SAP notifications and work orders.
• Maintain accurate inspection records in SAP and the data management system.
• Drive company vehicles as required.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates/Technical degree, ABC or NCCER Certification (preferred)

API 510/570 Certifications (required)

Additional credentials such as API 653, API 571, API 577, API 580, API 936, AWS CWI, applicable NDE Level II

Tools

SAP CMMS

PCMS

Meridium

PSAIM

Job description

Westlake is seeking an API Inspector to serve as the primary fixed-equipment integrity representative for an assigned operating area. The role plans, performs, evaluates, and documents inspections in compliance with API, ASME, NBIC, jurisdictional requirements, and company policies.

You will coordinate qualified NDE resources, maintain auditable records, and communicate equipment-integrity risk across Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Engineering, Planning, and site leadership.