Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance (MIQA) Inspector

Arclin; Spruance City (DE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arclin's Richmond, VA site is seeking a Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance Inspector to oversee fixed equipment inspections and ensure compliance with ASME, API, and National Board codes. The role acts as technical expert for MI/PSM programs and leads quality oversight of repairs and contractor activities.

The successful candidate will have 3–5 years in mechanical integrity or fixed equipment inspections and at least one API certification, plus strong leadership and documentation skills

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of mechanical integrity, inspection, or fixed equipment experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• At least one current API certification (API 510, API 570, or API 653).
• Working knowledge of ASME, API, National Board, and applicable regulatory codes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong technical problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of pressure vessels, piping, storage tanks, and fixed equipment in accordance with company standards and ASME, API, National Board, and regulatory requirements.
• Assess equipment condition and determine repair, alteration, or continued service recommendations.
• Prepare inspection reports, authorize inspection activities within certification scope, and ensure timely completion of corrective actions.
• Support repair planning, fitness-for-service evaluations, and failure investigations.
• Maintain the site's Owner/User Inspection Program and Quality Assurance Manual.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and industry regulations.
• Coordinate required reporting, certifications, and accreditation activities.
• Participate in regulatory, National Board, and Process Safety Management audits.
• Serve as the site's technical resource for mechanical integrity, inspection codes, and industry best practices.
• Mentor and develop inspection technicians and junior inspectors.
• Evaluate new inspection technologies and recommend continuous improvements to inspection programs.
• Coordinate and oversee third-party inspection contractors.
• Provide quality assurance support for repairs, alterations, fabrication activities, and vendor inspections.
• Maintain inspection documentation and support risk-based inspection initiatives.
• Promote a strong safety culture by maintaining required safety training, certifications, and inspection equipment.
• Maintain qualification for respirator use, confined space entry, and work at heights.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment reliability, operational performance, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Mechanical Integrity

Inspection Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

MS Office

Education

API certification (API 510/570/653)

Tools

Meridium Inspection Manager

Thickness Monitoring

Risk-Based Inspection (RBI)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance (MIQA) Inspector

Job Category : Operations

Requisition Number : MECHA003267

• Posted : July 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Spruance
5401 Jefferson Davis Hwy
Richmond, VA 23234, USA

Description

Mechanical Integrity and Quality Assurance (MIQA) Inspector

Are you an API-certified inspector who takes pride in protecting people, assets, and operations through world-class mechanical integrity?

Do you want to be the technical expert who drives equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement at a leading manufacturing facility?

Arclinis seeking an experienced fixed equipment inspector to perform API (American Petroleum Institute) Authorized Inspector duties and NDE testing methods at our Spruance Site in Richmond, VA.

Who We Are:

These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.

With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operatewith the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technologythat helps stall flames and save livesto the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trustedto protect those who serve,strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.

As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.

Role Snapshot

The Mechanical Integrity Inspector is responsible for ensuring the integrity, reliability, and regulatory compliance of pressure vessels, piping systems, storage tanks, and other fixed equipment to support safe and reliable plant operations. This role performs code-compliant inspections, provides technical expertise on equipment repairs and fitness-for-service, supports Mechanical Integrity (MI) and Process Safety Management (PSM) programs, and serves as the site's subject matter expert for applicable industry codes and inspection standards.

Core Responsibilities

Mechanical Integrity & Inspections

• Perform inspections of pressure vessels, piping, storage tanks, and fixed equipment in accordance with company standards and ASME, API, National Board, and regulatory requirements.
• Assess equipment condition and determine repair, alteration, or continued service recommendations.
• Prepare inspection reports, authorize inspection activities within certification scope, and ensure timely completion of corrective actions.
• Support repair planning, fitness-for-service evaluations, and failure investigations.

Regulatory Compliance & Owner/User Program

• Maintain the site's Owner/User Inspection Program and Quality Assurance Manual.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and industry regulations.
• Coordinate required reporting, certifications, and accreditation activities.
• Participate in regulatory, National Board, and Process Safety Management audits.

Technical Leadership

• Serve as the site's technical resource for mechanical integrity, inspection codes, and industry best practices.
• Mentor and develop inspection technicians and junior inspectors.
• Evaluate new inspection technologies and recommend continuous improvements to inspection programs.

Quality & Contractor Oversight

• Coordinate and oversee third-party inspection contractors.
• Provide quality assurance support for repairs, alterations, fabrication activities, and vendor inspections.
• Maintain inspection documentation and support risk-based inspection initiatives.

Safety & Operational Excellence

• Promote a strong safety culture by maintaining required safety training, certifications, and inspection equipment.
• Maintain qualification for respirator use, confined space entry, and work at heights.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment reliability, operational performance, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 3–5 years of mechanical integrity, inspection, or fixed equipment experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• At least one current API certification (API 510, API 570, or API 653).
• Working knowledge of ASME, API, National Board, and applicable regulatory codes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong technical problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred

• National Board Inservice Inspection Commission (Owner/User) with "R" Endorsement.
• UTT Level II and PT Level II certificates.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI).
• Experience using Meridium Inspection Manager, Thickness Monitoring, and Risk-Based Inspection (RBI).
• Ability to obtain additional certifications required for the role.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at heights, climb ladders, and enter confined spaces.
• Ability to wear respiratory protection and pass required visual acuity testing.
• Valid driver's license.

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