Senior Mechanical Integrity & Fixed Equipment Inspector

Lubrizol Corporation; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus

401(k) match

Health Savings Account

Paid holidays & vacation

Flexible work environment

Learning & development

Career growth

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Lubrizol Corporation, a leading specialty chemicals company, seeks a Chief Equipment Inspector to ensure mechanical integrity and compliance of fixed equipment assets across the site. You will lead inspection programs, guide NDE teams, and collaborate with Operations, Reliability, and Construction to uphold safety and reliability.

The role emphasizes governance of inspection practices, adherence to PSM standards, and turning data into actionable improvements.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of inspection, mechanical integrity, or fixed equipment experience in chemical, petrochemical, refining, or related manufacturing environment.
• Current API 510, API 570, and API 653 certifications.
• Working knowledge of ASME B31.3, ASME Section VIII, API inspection codes and related standards.
• Experience with inspection data management and work management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in HSES programs and drive compliance across site.
• Lead Mechanical Integrity inspection and recommendation programs.
• Prioritize inspection activities and ensure timely completion per standards.
• Review and approve inspection findings, criteria, and corrective actions.
• Maintain Mechanical Integrity procedures and Process Safety Management requirements.
• Provide technical oversight for inspection programs, reporting, and reliability initiatives.
• Support TARs, capital projects, and equipment turnarounds with inspection plans.
• Serve as SME for inspection practices and QA/QC of fixed equipment.
• Direct inspectors and NDE technicians to ensure quality and documentation.
• Oversee acceptance criteria for assessments and repairs.
• Support training, qualification, and certification of inspection personnel.
• Collaborate with engineers, operations, reliability, and contractors for safe operations.
• Lead or support incident investigations and reliability improvements.
• Maintain inspection records and data management systems.

Skills

10+ years inspection experience

API 510

API 570

API 653

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree or technical degree

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Lubrizol Corporation, a leading specialty chemicals company, seeks a Chief Equipment Inspector to ensure mechanical integrity and compliance of fixed equipment assets across the site. You will lead inspection programs, guide NDE teams, and collaborate with Operations, Reliability, and Construction to uphold safety and reliability.

The role emphasizes governance of inspection practices, adherence to PSM standards, and turning data into actionable improvements.