QC Lead

Koch Engineered Solutions, LLC.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Koch Specialty Plant Services (KSPS) is seeking a QC Lead to oversee field quality control on energy projects in the Houston area. You will develop inspection plans, manage on-site quality personnel, and coordinate with KSPS engineering and third‑party inspectors to ensure compliance with codes.

Qualified candidates will have oil & gas experience, familiarity with ASME/API/NBIC, and at least a high school diploma; API 510 or CWI is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in Oil & Gas industry.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings (ISO, P&ID, Installation / Fabrication).
• Familiarity with ASME, API and NBIC codes.
• Proficiency with MS Office software.
• Familiarity with Non‑destructive examination and welding methods.
• Certified Welding Inspector or API 510 Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control functions with high regard to integrity on KSPS projects, including the development and execution of field inspection plans.
• Develop, maintain and keep digital record of quality packages for submittal to the client and KSPS corporate quality personnel.
• Keep corporate quality personnel up to date on any quality issues, small or large.
• Maintain a daily log / rollover log to keep quality informed of activities taking place on site.
• Manage quality personnel on site in an effective manner based on comparative advantage with respect and humility.
• Material receiving and inspection and approval.
• Oversight of third party NDE and heat treatment including review of documentation for accuracy of work.
• Review of welder qualifications before execution of work.
• Monitoring and inspection of field welds and flange make-ups for conformance with codes and maintaining weld and flange logs.
• Perform in person field review of work being performed by KSPS personnel as required.
• Interaction with KSPS engineering, client, and third‑party authorized inspectors

Skills

Oil & Gas

Read drawings

ASME/API/NBIC codes

MS Office

NDE & Welding methods

CWI/API510

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Your Job

Koch Specialty Plant Services is hiring a QC Lead.

Your Job

Koch Specialty Plant Services is hiring a QC Lead.

Our Team

Koch Specialty Plant Services (KSPS) is a division of Koch Industries, offering a diverse range of plant services to industries such as refining, petrochemical, chemical, and power generation. With a focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction, KSPS provides innovative and cost-effective solutions including turnaround management, specialty welding, mechanical services, coatings, and project management. Backed by the resources of Koch Industries, KSPS delivers exceptional service, expertise, and reliability to meet the unique needs of its clients.

What You Will Do

Some core responsibilities for a QC Lead include:

• Perform quality control functions with high regard to integrity on KSPS projects, including the development and execution of field inspection plans
• Develop, maintain and keep digital record of quality packages for submittal to the client and KSPS corporate quality personnel
• Keep corporate quality personnel up to date on any quality issues, small or large
• Maintain a daily log / rollover log to keep quality informed of activities taking place on site
• Manage quality personnel on site in an effective manner based on comparative advantage with respect and humility
• Material receiving and inspection and approval
• Oversight of third party NDE and heat treatment including review of documentation for accuracy of work
• Review of welder qualifications before execution of work
• Monitoring and inspection of field welds and flange make-ups for conformance with codes and maintaining weld and flange logs
• Perform in person field review of work being performed by KSPS personnel as required
• Interaction with KSPS engineering, client, and third‑party authorized inspectors

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work long hours and all shift schedules that may require up to twelve hours a day, seven days a week for extended durations
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and be capable of climbing ladders, scaffolds and working at heights
• Must be able to perform work wearing personal protective equipment including but not limited to rain gear, chemical protective clothing, supplied air and air purifying respirators, safety harness, FRC coveralls, hard hat, ear plugs and safety glasses, etc.
• Respiratory Protection Fit Testing and Pulmonary Function Testing is required. Additional medical examinations, such as Fitness for Duty exams may be required per client guidelines. Hearing and vision within normal ranges also may be required per client requirements

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Experience in the Oil & Gas industry
• Ability to read and interpret drawings (ISO, P&ID, Installation / Fabrication)
• Familiarity with ASME, API and NBIC codes
• Proficiency with MS Office software
• Familiarity with Non‑destructive examination and welding methods
• Certified Welding Inspector certificate or API 510 Certification

What Will Put You Ahead

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience with pressure vessel modifications
• Experience with flange inspection and assembly
• Experience with pipe fabrication and installation.
• Experience with fired equipment (Flares, heaters, etc.)
• Good verbal and written communication skills

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Koch Specialty Plant Services (KSPS) provides code welding work related to repair, revamp, replacement and field fabrication of towers and vessels, piping and specialty welding, mass transfer equipment installation, inspection and professional project services

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.