Marine Inspector / Senior Marine Inspector- CA

NDT.org; California (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Technical Services, LLC (ATS) seeks an experienced Marine Inspector to support marine services in Portland, OR and Southern California. The role requires independent field work, direct client interface, and a broad set of marine inspection services aboard vessels and marine facilities.

The ideal candidate has hands-on vessel inspections, thickness gauging, piping and welding inspections, coating assessments, and shipyard oversight, with certifications or experience with major

Qualifications

• Hands-on marine inspection experience preferred.
• Experience with classification societies and naval standards desired.
• Independent, client-facing professional with field experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform and manage inspections required by classification societies and owners.
• Conduct hull condition surveys, thickness measurements, and corrosion surveys.
• Oversee shipyard repairs and supervise work to ensure quality and compliance.
• Prepare technical reports and support safety/compliance reviews.

Skills

Vessel inspections

Thickness gauging

Piping inspections

Welding inspections

Coating assessments

Shipyard oversight

Quality Assurance

Tools

ABS

LR

DNV

ClassNK

RINA

Job description

Marine Inspector / Senior Marine Inspector- CA

Posted: 9/14/2026 10:03:51 PM

NDT.org Job Number:82831* Please reference NDT.org Job Number on all correspondence

Applied Technical Services, LLC ("ATS" or the "Company") is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The Company serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today the Company employs nearly 2,100 team members in over 95 locations across the United States.

Our purpose is to create a safe and reliable world and our mission is to deliver assurance through precise technical and professional services.

Marine Inspector / Senior Marine Inspector

Locations: Portland, OR and Southern California

Experience Required: 3+ Years (Independent Field Experience Required)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Travel: Frequent local and regional travel to ports, shipyards, marine terminals, and customer facilities.

Hourly Range: $40-$50/per hour

Position Summary

ATS is seeking an experienced Marine Inspector to support our growing Marine Services division in Portland, Oregon and Southern California. This position requires an individual who can work independently, interface directly with clients, and perform a wide variety of marine inspection, survey, and quality assurance services aboard commercial vessels, government vessels, barges, terminals, and marine facilities.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience performing vessel inspections, thickness gauging, piping inspections, welding inspections, coating assessments, and shipyard oversight activities. Candidates with certifications or experience working with major classification societies and naval standards are strongly preferred.

Primary Responsibilities

The Marine Inspector will be responsible for performing and managing:

• Classification Society and Owner-required inspections
• Hull Condition Surveys
• Thickness Measurement Surveys
• Steel Renewal Weld Inspections
• Shipyard Repair Oversight and Supervision
• Repair Specification Development
• Piping System Surveys and Assessments
• Coating Condition Assessments
• Corrosion Mapping and Pitting Surveys
• Dry Dock and Repair Period Inspections
• Structural Integrity Assessments
• Marine Welding Inspections
• Damage Evaluations and Reporting
• Quality Assurance and Quality Control Audits
• Marine Safety Compliance Reviews
• Client Consultation and Technical Reporting

Desired Experience

Candidates should have experience working with one or more of the following organizations and standards:

• American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
• Lloyd's Register (LR)
• DNV (Det Norske Veritas)
• Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (ClassNK)
• RINA
• U.S. Navy / NAVSEA Programs
• Military Sealift Command (MSC)
• Commercial Vessel Operators
• Shipyards and Marine Terminals

Preferred Certifications

One or more of the following certifications are highly desirable:

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