Fixed Equipment Integrity (FEI) Inspector

Chevron Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron Corporation in Salt Lake City is seeking a Fixed Equipment Integrity Inspector to support safe operation of refinery fixed equipment through inspection, condition assessment, and integrity programs.

You will coordinate inspections, review NDE/NDT results, maintain records, and work with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Reliability to improve asset care and inspection strategies. This role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience performing fixed equipment inspections in refinery, petrochemical, chemical, manufacturing, or similar industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of fixed equipment inspection principles, damage mechanisms, NDE/NDT methods, and applicable industry codes and standards.
• Ability to evaluate inspection findings, communicate integrity risks, maintain inspection records, and collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and contractor organizations.
• Preferred: API 510/API 570/API 653 certifications.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture and exercise Stop Work Authority when conditions warrant.
• Perform and coordinate inspections of fixed equipment (pressure vessels, piping, tanks, heat exchangers, furnaces).
• Evaluate inspection results and equipment condition; identify damage mechanisms and integrity concerns.
• Develop technically sound inspection recommendations and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Support inspection planning for routine operations, shutdowns, turnarounds, and maintenance events.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and data within integrity management systems.
• Support RBI, corrosion monitoring, CUI, OSI, and other programs.
• Review NDE/NDT results and coordinate additional examinations as needed.
• Ensure inspections comply with company standards and industry codes.
• Monitor inspection due dates and help prioritize workloads.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability and contractors.
• Participate in repairs, alterations, rerates, and Fitness-for-Service evaluations.

Skills

Fixed equipment inspection

NDE/NDT methods

Damage mechanisms knowledge

Collaboration with cross-functional

Education

Associate or Bachelor in Engineering/related

Tools

Inspection databases

Integrity management systems

Job description

Total Number of Openings 1 Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Fixed Equipment Integrity (FEI) Inspector located in Salt Lake, Utah through November 2nd at 11:59 PM (Local Time). The Fixed Equipment Integrity (FEI) Inspector supports the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of refinery fixed equipment through inspection, condition assessment, documentation, and mechanical integrity activities. The role works closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability, and contractor resources to identify equipment degradation, assess and communicate integrity risks, and develop technically sound inspection recommendations in accordance with company requirements and applicable industry codes and standards. The FEI Inspector analyzes inspection, testing, and maintenance data to assess equipment condition, identify damage mechanisms and emerging integrity threats, and improve asset reliability and inspection strategies. The role performs and coordinates inspections, supports equipment and reliability incident investigations, participates in mechanical integrity reviews, and incorporates findings into asset care and inspection strategies. The position supports a broad range of internal customers and may lead functional projects or inspection activities with limited supervision. The individual is expected to develop and maintain strong technical knowledge of fixed equipment inspection, damage mechanisms, applicable codes and standards, and refinery mechanical integrity processes.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture and exercise Stop Work Authority when conditions warrant.
• Perform and coordinate inspections of fixed equipment, including pressure vessels, piping, tanks, heat exchangers, furnaces, and associated equipment.
• Evaluate inspection results and equipment condition to identify damage mechanisms, deterioration, and potential integrity concerns.
• Develop clear, technically sound inspection recommendations and communicate findings to Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and other stakeholders.
• Support inspection planning and execution for routine operations, shutdowns, turnarounds, and other maintenance events.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, inspection histories, recommendations, and equipment data within applicable integrity management systems.
• Support Risk-Based Inspection (RBI), corrosion monitoring, Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI), On-Stream Inspection (OSI), and other fixed equipment integrity programs.
• Review NDE/NDT results and coordinate additional examinations when required to adequately assess equipment condition.
• Ensure inspection activities are completed in accordance with applicable company standards, procedures, and recognized industry codes.
• Monitor inspection due dates and assist with prioritizing inspection workloads to maintain regulatory and company compliance.
• Work collaboratively with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability, and contractors to resolve fixed-equipment integrity issues.
• Participate in equipment repairs, alterations, rerates, and Fitness-for-Service evaluations as appropriate.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to improve inspection effectiveness, data quality, equipment reliability, and work processes.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience performing fixed equipment inspections in a refinery, petrochemical, chemical, manufacturing, or similar industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of fixed equipment inspection principles, damage mechanisms, NDE/NDT methods, and applicable industry codes and standards.
• Ability to evaluate inspection findings, communicate integrity risks, maintain inspection records, and effectively collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and contractor organizations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current API 510, API 570, API 653, or other relevant fixed equipment inspection certifications.
• Experience supporting mechanical integrity, Risk-Based Inspection (RBI), corrosion monitoring, Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI), and Fitness-for-Service (FFS) programs.
• Experience utilizing inspection databases, integrity management systems, and equipment history records to support asset reliability and inspection planning.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Inspection Technology, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline.

Relocation & International Considerations

Relocation will not be considered. International Considerations Expatriate assignments will not be considered. Selected candidate will be required to work in the United States. Chevron is not able to offer employment-based immigration sponsorship for this position.

Equal Opportunity

U.S. Regulatory notice: Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail]. Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

About Chevron

Chevron Corporation is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. Through its subsidiaries that conduct business worldwide, the company is involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; manufactures and sells petrochemicals and additives; generates power; and develops and deploys technologies that enhance business value in every aspect of the company's operations. Chevron is based in Houston, Texas.

More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.