Structural Quality Inspector (Night Shift)

nVent; Hitchcock (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

nVent is seeking a qualified Structural Inspector to ensure integrity and compliance of structural components in our manufacturing environment. You will inspect materials, report deviations, and support continuous improvement with engineering and production teams.

Ideal candidates bring NDT experience, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret drawings and specs. Certification in QA/inspection is preferred; join us to help maintain high safety and quality standards across global

Qualifications

• Validated experience in structural inspection or quality assurance within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect structural components for conformity to engineering specs and standards.
• Document inspection results and corrective actions in records.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to resolve quality concerns.

Skills

Structural inspection

Quality assurance

NDT inspection

Documentation

Blueprint interpretation

Education

Quality/inspection certification (AWS CWI/ASQ CQI)

Tools

NDT equipment

Welding inspection tools

Job description

We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Ensure the integrity, compliance, and quality of structural components within our manufacturing plant.
• Responsible for inspecting materials, components, and processes to verify adherence to industry standards, engineering specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with production teams and quality assurance personnel to identify defects, recommend corrective actions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform inspections on structural components and materials to ensure compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct dimensional checks, visual inspections, and non-destructive testing (NDT) methods as needed.
• Document inspection results, deviations, and corrective actions in reports and records.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality concerns and improve structural integrity.
• Assist in root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive measures to address defects.
• Monitor manufacturing processes for adherence to quality control procedures and industry regulations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and safety requirements.
• Maintain inspection tools and equipment in optimal working condition.
• Support audits, certifications, and regulatory compliance initiatives related to structural quality.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements and risk mitigation strategies.

YOU HAVE:

• Validated experience in structural inspection or quality assurance within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of inspection techniques, industry codes, and material properties.
• Experience with non-destructive testing (NDT), welding inspection, or fabrication analysis is a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and engineering specifications.
• Certification in quality or inspection fields (e.g., AWS CWI, ASQ CQI, or equivalent) preferred

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.
  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.
• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:
  • Innovative & adaptable
  • Dedicated to absolute integrity
  • Focused on the customer first
  • Respectful and team oriented
  • Optimistic and energizing
  • Accountable for performance
• Benefits to support the lives of our employees
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
  • A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.
  • Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.