Visual Inspector - API 510/570/653

Acuren Inspection, Inc.; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuren is seeking a Visual Inspector for API 510/570/653 duties in Decatur, AL. This is a local callout/travel position supporting client sites and industrial facilities.

The role requires API certifications, extensive visual/NDE experience, and knowledge of ASME standards. You will generate precise reports, advise on repairs or alterations, and contribute to safety-focused projects on site.

Qualifications

• API 510/570/653 certification required.
• 5–10 years of experience or 2+ years on-site experience.
• Knowledge of API 510/570 and ASME standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual and non-destructive examination of equipment per API/ASME standards.
• Submit technically accurate reports documenting equipment condition.
• Provide technical recommendations for repairs, re-rate, replacement, or alteration of plant equipment.
• Provide technical input on welding and metallurgical issues.
• Provide guidance on application of non-destructive examination techniques and procedures.
• Comply with all safety practices and participate in site safety initiatives.
• Willingness to travel if needed.

Skills

Visual inspection

Report writing

Client communication

Education

API 510/570/653 certification

CWI certification

Tools

ASME standards knowledge

API standards knowledge

Job description

Position Summary

Acuren is currently recruiting for a Visual Inspector - API 510/570/653 to help support operations in Decatur, AL. THIS WILL BE A LOCAL CALLOUT/TRAVEL POSITION.

Responsibilities

• At the direction of client, perform visual and non-destructive examination of static and dynamic pressure retaining equipment in accordance with American Petroleum Institute (API) standards and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
• Submit to client technically accurate reports documenting equipment condition
• Provide client with technical recommendations for the repair, re-rate, replacement, and/or alteration of plant equipment, as required for safe operation within stated operating parameters for durations specified by client
• Provide technical input to client as required for welding and metallurgical issues
• Provide technical guidance, on a application of non-destructive examination techniques and procedures
• Fully comply with all Acuren and client safe work practices and actively participate in all site safety initiatives
• Willingness to travel if needed

Requirements

• Certification of American Petroleum Institute Standards 510/570
• 5 – 10 years’ experience or 2+ years on site experience
• Additional API 653 or CWI a plus
• In-depth working knowledge of API 510/570 and ASME standards
• Experience working in direct support of petrochemical facility engineers

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Company Overview

Acuren is a trusted, single source provider of technology-enabled asset protection solutions used to evaluate the structural integrity of critical energy, industrial and public infrastructures. Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services.

Our work is critical to the integrity and safety of industrial firms, including petroleum refinery, pipeline, power generation, pulp & paper, mining, pharmaceutical, aerospace and automotive industries. Acuren employs over 4,000 dedicated professionals supporting the mechanical integrity and inspection programs of the world’s largest industrial segments.

Acuren is a market leader. Our formula for success is straightforward: be capable locally, with certified and well-equipped personnel supported by trained, experienced leaders. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees. #LI-BE1