Piping & Mechanical QA Inspector

Kiwa PPI; Caracas; In loco; VES 80.790.000 - 116.697.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA/FSA accounts

Supplemental insurance

401k

Paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

Kiwa PPI is seeking an experienced Piping & Mechanical QA Inspector to support a restoration project in Venezuela. The role involves verifying installation, inspection, testing, and handover of piping and mechanical systems, ensuring safety, compliance, and alignment with the project schedule.

The candidate should have deep expertise in piping installation, welding, NDE, and MC management, with strong QA/QC practices, and the ability to coordinate with EPC teams in a high-demand environment.

Competenze

• 15 years of piping and mechanical construction experience on major Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, LNG, Refining, or Process projects.
• Extensive site construction experience with Owner, EPCM, or EPC contractors.
• Deep knowledge of piping installation, welding, NDE, pressure testing, repair, and mechanical equipment erection.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometric drawings, and equipment drawings.
• Strong QA/QC understanding, ITPs, construction documentation, and handover processes.
• Experience in Mechanical Completion management and system handovers.
• Proven contractor coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a brownfield/restoration setting.

Mansioni

• Verify daily piping and mechanical installation/construction activities with EPC contractors and subcontractors.
• Supervise the installation of piping, equipment, valves, supports, and related systems.
• Review P&IDs, isometrics, layouts, equipment drawings, specs, test plans, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Construction to resolve field issues.
• Ensure installations are complete and ready for inspection and testing.
• Verify defect detection, pressure testing, cleaning, flushing, repairs, and equipment completion.
• Identify and manage technical queries, RFIs, design changes, and site issues.
• Participate in field inspections and punch list generation/closure.
• Support systematization, mechanical completion, and handover to commissioning.
• Ensure work complies with HSE and project procedures.

Conoscenze

Piping & mechanical construction

Oil & gas / petrochemical experience

P&ID & isometrics interpretation

QA/QC processes & ITPs

Mechanical Completion management

Contractor coordination

Independent, high-pressure work

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Summary

Kiwa PPI is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC). We help our clients improve quality, safety, and sustainability across their industrial projects. We are currently seeking an experienced Piping & Mechanical QA Inspector in Colombia, Mexico, and Brazil to support the restoration of an existing facility in Venezuela. A Piping & Mechanical QA Inspector is responsible for verifying piping and mechanical construction activities—from installation to inspection, testing, verification, and handover—ensuring work is executed safely, per specifications, and in alignment with the project schedule.

About The Role

• Working Environment & Contract Details
• Contract Type: Third-Party Contract.
• Location of Work: Venezuela (On-site).
• Schedule: Shifts of up to 12 hours per day, 7 days a week.
• Personnel will provide hands-on support for the restoration of an existing unit.
• Ability to work effectively both within a team and with minimal supervision is required.

Responsibilities

• Verify daily piping and mechanical installation/construction activities with EPC contractors and subcontractors.
• Supervise the installation of piping, equipment, valves, supports, and associated mechanical systems.
• Review P&IDs, isometric drawings, layout plans, equipment drawings, specifications, test plans, and construction deliverables.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Construction departments to resolve field issues.
• Ensure piping and mechanical installations are complete and ready for inspection and testing.
• Verify defect detection, pressure testing, cleaning, flushing, repairs, and equipment completion.
• Identify and manage technical queries, RFIs, design changes, and site-related issues.
• Participate in field inspections and the generation/closure of punch lists.
• Support systematization, mechanical completion, and progressive handover to the commissioning team.
• Ensure work complies with HSE requirements and approved project procedures.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in piping and mechanical construction within major Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, LNG, Refining, or Process projects.
• Extensive site construction experience with Owner, EPCM, or EPC contractors.
• Deep knowledge of piping installation, welding, NDE, pressure testing, repair, and mechanical equipment erection.
• Comfortable reading and interpreting P&IDs, isometric drawings, equipment drawings, and general arrangement plans.
• Strong understanding of QA/QC processes, inspection plans (ITPs), construction documentation, and handover.
• Experience in Mechanical Completion (MC) management, resource management, and system handovers.
• Strong project coordination, contractor management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a high‑pressure brownfield/restoration project environment.

What can you expect from us in return?

At Kiwa PPI, you’ll join a dynamic, growing organization with a strong, collaborative culture.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• HSA/FSA accounts
• supplemental insurance
• 401k
• paid time off

alongside opportunities to develop your career, influence company culture, and take on leadership responsibilities in a fast-paced, innovative environment.