Upstream QC Specialist — Oil & Gas Inspector

Kiwa Group; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 165,000; Part time

Job summary

Kiwa PPI is seeking an experienced Upstream Quality Control Specialist to support third‑party inspection activities in the Midland, Texas area. The role focuses on inspecting upstream oil and gas equipment including OCTG, wellheads, drill pipe, mud motors and related tools, with potential ad hoc or full‑time resident assignments.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on NDT level II capabilities, strong field inspection skills, and the ability to generate precise inspection reports while

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of oil and gas industry experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of third‑party inspection experience.
• Level II NDT certification or completion of Level II NDT training.
• Familiarity with API, ASNT, ASME, NACE/AMPP, DS-1 and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Witness inspections and testing in accordance with ITPs, Quality Plans, standards, supplier requirements and customer specifications.
• Perform surveillance of manufacturing, testing, assembly and inspection activities.
• Verify inspection, measurement and test equipment are calibrated and certified for the scope.
• Validate technician certifications are current and appropriate for activities.
• Witness and monitor NDE/NDT, FAT, assembly, dimensional inspection and testing.
• Serve as the customer's representative, communicating with suppliers on scheduling, status and execution.
• Identify and document nonconforming or unacceptable conditions.
• Generate clear inspection reports documenting acceptance, rejection and observations.
• Maintain effective communication with customers, suppliers and project personnel.

Skills

Strong communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Judgment and decision-making

Basic computer skills

Inspection reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Level II NDT certification

Spreadsheets

Electronic reporting systems

Job description

Kiwa PPI is seeking an experienced Upstream Quality Control Specialist to support third‑party inspection activities in the Midland, Texas area. The role focuses on inspecting upstream oil and gas equipment including OCTG, wellheads, drill pipe, mud motors and related tools, with potential ad hoc or full‑time resident assignments.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on NDT level II capabilities, strong field inspection skills, and the ability to generate precise inspection reports while