Inspection Engineer Rotary Equipment

Role & responsibilities

• Perform inspection of rotary equipment such as different types of Pumps and Compressors, Turbines, Gearboxes, Blowers, Mixers, and related drive systems.
• Verify material certificates (MTCs), traceability, dimensional checks, and mechanical integrity.
• Witness shop and site activities including:
• Hydrostatic Test
• Mechanical Run Test (MRT)
• Performance test
• No-load & load Testing
• Vibration Analysis
• Balancing Test
• Alignment Verification
• FAT Inspection
• Review and verify fabrication, machining, assembly, and equipment preservation processes.
• Review and approve vendor quality documents (ITPs, QCPs, WPS/PQR, Applicable Procedures, NCR/CAR).
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards (API, ASME, ISO etc.).
• Prepare detailed inspection reports with non-conformity findings and recommended corrective actions.
• Review and validate vendor inspection test reports
• Validate final documentation packages (as-built drawings, FAT reports, and certificates).
• Coordinate with client representatives, vendors, and contractors to schedule inspections.
• Participate in pre-inspection meetings (PIM) and technical clarification meetings.
• Ensure timely communication of inspection findings to project QA/QC team

Preferred candidate profile

• Strong knowledge of API Codes (API 610, API 611, API 612, API 617, API 618, API 672, API 685, etc.).
• Strong mechanical knowledge of pumps, compressors, turbines, gearboxes, and rotating machinery.
• Understanding of API/ASME/ISO standards (e.g., API 610, API 617, ASME VIII)
• Proficiency in inspection techniques, including dimensional checks, vibration assessment, alignment verification, and performance testing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documents such as P&IDs, datasheets, drawings, and ITPs.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes for rotary equipment.
• Familiarity with NDT methods (MT, PT, UT & RT) and quality control practices.
• Attention to detail to identify defects, deviations, and non-conformities.
• Strong analytical reasoning for evaluating test results and technical data.
• High integrity and decision-making as a third-party representative.
• Strong communication skills for reporting, coordinating, and interfacing with clients/vendors.

Currently Working with Third Party Inspection Agency, which will be an added advantage