QA/QC Inspector — Civil & Piping

Lexicon, Inc; Calvert (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

HSA with employer contributions

Paid Holidays and Vacation

401k with company match

Job summary

Lexicon, Inc. seeks a Quality Assurance Inspector to ensure civil and piping works meet project specs, codes, and client needs. You will inspect, document, and report quality, coordinating with site teams to uphold safety and standards.

Applicants should have a civil/mechanical engineering background with 5+ years in QA/QC, familiarity with ASME/API/AWWA/ISO/ASTM/AWS, and structural/welding inspection experience. On-site work with strong safety focus is essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years' experience in QA/QC inspection for civil and piping works within infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Familiarity with codes and standards (ASME, API, AWWA, ACI, ASTM, ISO, AWS, etc.).
• Knowledge of welding processes, NDT methods, and material inspection.
• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001).
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Certification such as CSWIP, AWS-CWI, or equivalent (for piping/welding) is an asset.
• Certification in civil QA/QC or inspection (preferred).
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective teamwork.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day inspection and quality monitoring of civil works (concrete, foundations, structural works, earthworks, etc.) and piping installations (fabrication, welding, erection, hydro-testing).
• Verify compliance of materials, construction methods, and completed works with drawings, specifications, and relevant standards (ASME, API, AWWA, ACI, ISO, etc.).
• Conduct dimensional checks, alignment verification, and weld visual inspections.
• Maintain detailed inspection records, checklists, and quality reports.
• Review and verify contractors' quality documentation including Material Test Certificates, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), and Inspection Test Plans (ITPs).
• Issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and follow up on corrective actions.
• Witness and verify civil material testing (concrete slump, cube tests, soil compaction, etc.).
• Witness piping tests including hydrostatic, pneumatic, and leak tests.
• Ensure calibration and certification of testing equipment used on site.
• Coordinate with site supervisors, construction engineers, and contractors to resolve quality-related issues.
• Participate in QA/QC meetings and provide input on quality performance and improvement.
• Assist in audits and reviews conducted by clients or third-party agencies.

Skills

QA/QC Inspection

Civil Engineering

Piping

Welding

NDT

ISO 9001

Technical Drawings

CSWIP/AWS-CWI

Safety

Teamwork

Problem-Solving

Documentation

Education

Civil/Mechanical Engineering degree

Job description

Lexicon, Inc. seeks a Quality Assurance Inspector to ensure civil and piping works meet project specs, codes, and client needs. You will inspect, document, and report quality, coordinating with site teams to uphold safety and standards.

Applicants should have a civil/mechanical engineering background with 5+ years in QA/QC, familiarity with ASME/API/AWWA/ISO/ASTM/AWS, and structural/welding inspection experience. On-site work with strong safety focus is essential.