Senior API Inspector – Lead Field NDE & Projects

Audubon Companies; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Audubon Companies in Bakersfield, CA seeks a Senior API Inspector to manage NDE inspection crews on oil and gas facilities and terminals. The role requires traveling up to 75%, directing crews, verifying inspections, and maintaining client relations while delivering safe, quality projects.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in Facility Integrity, advanced NDE experience (including GUL-XB2, AUT, SRUT, PEC, PA), and a strong ability to read drawings and prepare reports. Valid U.S.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Facility Integrity experience.
• Technical background in NDE methods and procedures.
• ASNT TC-1a Level II or equivalent Certification in UTT, with knowledge of advanced NDE methods (GUL-XB2, AUT, SRUT, PEC, PA).
• Experience in project management and report writing.
• Ability to read drawings and schematics and perform basic calculations.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety and adheres to safety standards and procedures.
• Travels to clients' locations up to 75% of the time.
• Conducts inspections on piping, pressure vessels and storage tanks.
• Directs API inspections and manages field crews.
• Develops program improvements and documents procedures/work instructions.
• Ensures quality and safety standards are achieved and maintained.
• Reads P&IDs, PFDs, and construction documentation.
• Mentors technicians and supports QA/QC of reports.

Skills

NDE methods

Project management

Piping & vessels inspection

Reading drawings & schematics

Client communication

Travel readiness

P&IDs knowledge

QA/QC reporting

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent

ASNT TC-1a Level II (UTT)

Job description

Audubon Companies in Bakersfield, CA seeks a Senior API Inspector to manage NDE inspection crews on oil and gas facilities and terminals. The role requires traveling up to 75%, directing crews, verifying inspections, and maintaining client relations while delivering safe, quality projects.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in Facility Integrity, advanced NDE experience (including GUL-XB2, AUT, SRUT, PEC, PA), and a strong ability to read drawings and prepare reports. Valid U.S.