NDT/Quality Inspector

Sms Group Inc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SMS group Inc in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a detail-oriented NDT/Quality Inspector to review supplier NDT and quality documentation for compliance with codes, standards, project specs, and client requirements. The role emphasizes supplier document review, technical compliance, and traceability, with additional support for welding inspection and CWI activities as needed.

The position typically requires strong attention to detail, experience with VT/PT/MT/UT/RT methods, and familiarity with ITPs

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing supplier quality records and manufacturing data books.
• Knowledge of VT, PT, MT, UT, RT methods and NDT acceptance criteria.
• Familiarity with ITPs, welding documentation, and non-conformance management.
• Relevant NDT certifications (ASNT, PCN, ISO 9712) appropriate to duties.
• CWI certification or equivalent welding inspection experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify NDT personnel qualifications and certifications meet project requirements.
• Review NDT examinations and reports for multiple methods and codes.
• Review MDRs, inspection dossiers, NDT reports, and material certificates for completeness.
• Verify material and weld traceability with NDT reports.
• Review supplier documentation against ITPs, drawings, specs, and inspections.
• Identify missing or non-compliant documentation and issue comments.
• Track review status, punch-list items, and final close-out.
• Review NDT procedures, results, and acceptance criteria.
• Support welding inspection activities, including WPS/PQR review and welder records.
• Review NCRs and corrective actions related to NDT and fabrication.
• Support supplier/source inspections and final inspections as required.
• Coordinate with suppliers, QA/QC, engineering, and inspectors to resolve issues.
• Ensure final supplier quality documentation is complete and traceable.

Skills

NDT inspection

Documentation review

Welding inspection

CWI preferred

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

MS Office

Tools

Inspection software

Job description

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NDT/Quality Inspector

Purchasing 6 Pittsburgh, PA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3630

Summary

Ready to take your inspection expertise on the road?

We are seeking a detail-oriented NDT Inspector to review and verify supplier NDT and quality documentation for compliance with applicable codes, standards, project specifications, approved procedures, and client requirements. The primary focus is supplier document review, technical compliance, and traceability, with additional support for welding inspection and CWI activities as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify NDT personnel qualifications and certifications meet applicable project and code requirements.
• Review NDT examinations and reports for VT, PT, MT, UT, and RT, ensuring compliance with approved procedures, applicable codes, project specifications, and acceptance criteria.
• Review Manufacturing Data Books/MDRs, inspection dossiers, NDT reports, material certificates, weld maps, weld logs, and related quality records for completeness, accuracy, and traceability.
• Verify material and weld traceability, including heat numbers, weld numbers, welder identification, and correlation with NDT reports.
• Review supplier documentation against approved ITPs, drawings, specifications, procedures, and inspection requirements.
• Identify missing, incomplete, or non-compliant documentation and issue clear review comments for supplier correction.
• Track document review status, outstanding comments, punch-list items, and final close-out activities.
• Review NDT procedures, techniques, results, and acceptance criteria for compliance with applicable requirements.
• Support welding inspection activities, including visual inspection, fit-up verification, weld identification, and review of WPSs, PQRs, welder qualifications, and welding records.
• Review NCRs, repair records, and corrective actions related to NDT and fabrication activities.
• Support supplier/source inspections and final inspections as required.
• Coordinate with suppliers, QA/QC, engineering, third-party inspectors, and document control to resolve technical and documentation issues.
• Ensure final supplier quality documentation is complete, traceable, technically acceptable, and suitable for project turnover.

Required Qualifications

• Experience reviewing supplier quality records, material certificates, weld documentation, and manufacturing data books.
• Experience in NDT inspection, supplier quality assurance, fabrication inspection, or quality documentation review.
• Knowledge of VT, PT, MT, UT, and RT methods, applicable codes and standards, and NDT acceptance criteria.
• Understanding of material and weld traceability, ITPs, welding documentation, and non-conformance management.
• Relevant NDT certifications (ASNT, PCN, ISO 9712, or equivalent) appropriate to assigned duties.
• CWI certification or equivalent welding inspection experience is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, technical review, communication, and document control skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ASME Section V, VIII, IX, API 1104, API 650, or AWS D1.1.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Experience in heavy fabrication, structural steel, pressure vessels, or pipeline construction.
• Strong understanding of welding processes including GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, and SAW.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of welding codes, specifications, and NDT standards.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and welding symbols.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and inspection reporting software.
• Ability to work independently in both field and shop environments.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage travel schedules and multiple inspection assignments

Certifications

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) – Preferred
• Valid driver's license – Required

Who we are
At SMS group, our people are our greatest asset. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that promotes a culture of innovation, growth, and inclusion. We offer company events, activities, and opportunities to participate in charitable initiatives that benefit the communities where we are located.

What we offer
Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid vacation, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more!

What we do
SMS group is an industrial equipment manufacturer for the steel industry. We design, build, and service equipment and steel plants across the globe with a strong technical services/machine shop network in North America.

SMS group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, gender identity or other categories protected by law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and physical capacity profile test.